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The Seattle King Street Station is the terminus for the train to Vancouver. Here, yellow warning lines remind travelers to stay away from the tracks, which are shown leading away from the station.

How to train from Seattle to Vancouver — the best information

September 1, 2022

Amtrak rail service resumes between Seattle and Vancouver! Everything you need to plan your scenic train trip — inspiring photos and helpful considerations.

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The St. Johns Bridge rises up toward Forest Park in Portland. There are a few cars coming and going.

Seattle to Portland drive — road trip planner to make the day unique

December 8, 2021

Tired of the slog between Portland and Seattle on I5? First time in the Pacific Northwest and wanting to see sights along the drive? Check out this list of fun local detours along the route between these two largest cities of Oregon and Washington State.

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The giant Peace Arch at the United States Canada border is a milestone along the Seattle to Vancouver Drive. The giant white marble columns are located on a grassy green lawn with trees and gardens and both the US and Canadian flags fly proudly overhead.

Seattle to Vancouver drive — plan the best road trip

August 9, 2021

The Seattle to Vancouver drive can be much more interesting than a slog along I5? Use this guide to plan the best road trip. Includes interactive map.

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A blue SUV is parked on the side of a highway on an Oregon road trip while the South Sister of the Cascade Mountains rises up snow-covered, toward the blue sky.

Oregon road trip — photo gallery and helpful tips

June 9, 2021

Photo gallery of my recent road trip around Oregon. This curated set of pictures details the portion of the trip between Bend and The Dalles by way of Joseph, Oregon.

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This photo shows a train from Seattle arriving in Portland at Union Station. The famous red brick building can be seen from under a dark overhang shelter where the train tracks roll through the station.

Seattle to Portland train — the best Amtrak information

May 31, 2021

Everything you need to plan a great Seattle to Portland train ride — including schedules, photos and helpful considerations from a local.

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Matthew Kessi deplanes from his Alaska Airlines flight after using frequent flyer miles to fly to Redmond/Bend Airport for a quick getaway. He's wearing a face mask and carrying a backpack.

7 innovative ways to use your gazillion Alaska Airlines miles

May 12, 2021

A gazillion Alaska Airlines Miles burning a hole in your account or just need some Pacific Northwest travel inspiration? These 7 flight ideas for a quick getaway will have you exploring nature in no time.

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Layover at Seatac Airport — 8 unique things to do

March 10, 2021

Have some time to kill on a layover at Seatac Airport? This list of 8 unique things to do, from a local, will help the time “fly.”

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Portland from Seattle — the best ways to travel

February 17, 2021

Flights, train, bus or car? Guide, from a Pacific Northwest local, on the best ways to travel to Portland from Seattle.

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a gray Tesla sits on the side of a road just on the edge of a bank leading down to a beach on Whidbey Island in the middle of the Puget Sound

Tesla road trip on Whidbey Island — amazing 3-day itinerary

November 16, 2020

Join this Pacific Northwest local as he heads on an action-packed 3-day Tesla road trip on Whidbey Island, with an itinerary including Port Townsend. With interactive map and photos.

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A Tesla Model S sedan sits on the deck of a Washington State Ferry with open Puget Sound waters in the distance against a cloudy sky. The vehicle is a metallic gray blue and shows the prominent Tesla hood ornament on the front. There are other cars behind the Tesla and the metal structure of the ferry are painted white on the ceiling above.

Tesla Travels

October 25, 2020

What happens when a travel writer tests out a Tesla Model S for a road trip around rural Whidbey Island? Tune in for reflections of electric vehicle travel in the Pacific Northwest.

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A Washington State Ferry crosses a channel of the Puget Sound, en route to the Olympic Peninsula. The snow capped mountains shine in front of a blue sky and layers of evergreen trees are seen closer to the ferry, which glides through lightly rolling water.

All you need to navigate the Washington State ferries

September 25, 2020

Traveling by water is a uniquely vital part of the Washington State highway system. Follow this guide to navigate the famous ferries.

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A wooded section of the historic Columbia River Highway which winds along the gorge in Oregon. This pavement road has a double yellow line in the center and the signature white painted wood guardrails from the 1920's add a bit of nostalgia to the scene.

Day trip from Portland — 10 beautiful getaways

July 22, 2020

Want to get away on a day trip from Portland, Oregon? These top 10 options will transport you to breathtaking and iconic scenery in no time.

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I would like to acknowledge that much of my inspiration comes from living on the traditional land of the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People past and present and honor with gratitude the land itself and the Duwamish Tribe.

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