Are you visiting Seattle for the first time? Or are you a Seattleite hosting out of town guests? We’re going to run a series on what to see and do on your first visit to Seattle or your second, activities indoors and activities outdoors, and finish with a post on touring Seattle with children. First […]
Archive | Outdoor Recreation
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Upcoming Events July 2013
July 9th-15th Kent Cornucopia Days http://www.kcdays.com/ Music in the Park-Wednesday (North SeaTac Community Center) and Thursday (Lake Burien School Park) night concerts July through August starting July 11th. FREE http://burienwa.gov/index.aspx?NID=792 July 11th Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce Membership Luncheon 11:30-1:30 pm at Glen Acres Golf & Country Club. Contact barnesen@swkcc.org http://swkingcowa.usachamber.com/custom2.asp?pagename=calendar&a=view&eid=108768 SeaTac’s Music in […]
Fun Things to Do in Seattle with Kids
When our son was born, my husband and I didn’t know what our date outings would look like or how they would change with Judah. We wanted to continue doing our favorite things; which included exploring new places in downtown Seattle, walking around Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, the waterfront, finding new parks in the […]
Wild Waves – Not Just For Kids
My husband, Robert, bought me a season pass to Wild Waves for a Mother’s Day gift this year and one for himself so I don’t have to go alone! I haven’t been in five years when I last had a season pass. Funny story there, I worked down in Federal Way and was able to […]
Seattle Transportation – Biking
Seattle is a beautiful city spread across a wide and diverse land. To get from the airport to downtown Seattle you will cross rivers, pass lakes, and go up and down many hills. To get from Seattle to the Eastside you will cross giant bridges. To even get from one neighborhood in Seattle like Columbia […]
Seattle Winter Bucket List
So let’s be honest, most of us really enjoy Seattle in the winter because we’re not buried in snow and below freezing temperatures like so many other parts of the country. But we could all do with a bit more warmth and definitely sunshine on the endlessly wet and grey and chilly days. This is […]
Fall Bucket List
We did the Puyallup Fair this past weekend, the first item on my fall bucket list which coincided well with the first day of fall for us! Isn’t it crazy that Washington State finally caught up to the greatness that is the Puyallup Fair and made it that starting next fall the Puyallup Fair will […]
Ways To Stay Cool Now That Summer Is Here
Summer is here and it seems like it’s going to stay! Now the question is how to stay cool? Granted, the weather isn’t as hot as most of the country but it seems that blood thins here and just like we start wearing shorts and sandals at 55-60 degrees, we also start sweltering at 75. […]
A Whale of a Review – If You Value Reputation, You Will Want to Understand Online Reviews
What if the opinion of every customer you have ever had was instantly available for your review? Or, what if everyone, including new potential customers had access to these opinions? Essentially, they do. The increasing importance and proliferation of review sites has made reviews powerful tools for consumers. Reviews could be powerful for a business […]
Before Summer Ends
Looking for fun things to do in Seattle during the summer? While we may not have the brightest weather on the planet, we’ve got a wide variety of activities, events and attractions that are brilliant rain or shine. Take a look at the city’s summer must-dos for families and friends before summer ends. Sports: Mariners […]
A Kayak Adventure Like No Other
Out on the wildlife rich waters of the San Juan Islands in Washington State, owner and tour guide Tim Thomsen leads a group of kayak enthusiasts as they take in the breathtaking sights of the regions Orca whales, porpoises, otters, bald eagles and other wildlife. San Juan Kayak Expeditions, now in its 30th season – […]
Pacific Northwest’s Best in Whale Watching
San Juan Island, Washington may just be one of the most popular whale watching destinations. Within close proximity to both Lopez and Orcas Island, these whale watching excursions draw people from all corners of the globe in hopes of seeing Orcas (aka Killer Whales) in action. Orcas live in pods of up to 50 whales, and though […]
Marine Science for All Ages at Redondo Beach
I often enjoy driving Redondo Beach. It is intriguing to see a group of scuba divers, and wonder what they are doing. Answers came when our family visited the new Marine Science and Technology Center, located on Redondo Beach. This recently built facility is the marine laboratory for Highline Community College. It holds the third […]
Hylebos – Nature in the City
Our family settled in Federal Way in the Spring of 2002. The city’s location brought great advantage for us to explore Seattle and the South King County area. As a mother of three children, I often look for attractions in the area. Luckily, I found this great park right in our neighborhood. West Hylebos Wetlands Park […]
Treat Yourself or Someone Else to Tillicum Village!
Tillicum Village is the perfect place for a daycation in Seattle, Washington. If you ever wondered where to take your family or friends for entertainment, and let them experience the life of Northwest Native Americans, Tillicum Village’s four-hour adventure tour is the answer. This journey begins with an eight-mile cruise to Blake Island. Fine weather […]
Alki Kayak Tours Offers Adventure and Views
Whether you are looking to enjoy Alki Beach and its spectacular view of downtown Seattle, Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains from the land or water, Alki Kayak Tours has something to offer. Walk up to the Seacrest Boathouse located at Alki Crab and Fish (1660 Harbor Avenue SW Seattle, WA 98126) to secure kayak […]