Travel
February Hike of the Month: Cedar Butte Trail
The Cedar Butte trail offers a less crowded experience
We’ve been having an unseasonably warm winter in Seattle, which while frustrating for some skiers, has made for some great winter hiking days. This month, try hiking nearby Cedar Butte, a 3.5 mile round trip hike that leaves from Iron Horse State Park, just out at exit 32 on I-90. It starts out as a…
8 Great Ways to Enjoy a Winter Vacation on the North Shore of Vancouver, BC
Where charming small-town vibes meet thrilling outdoor adventure—winter has never looked so bright
Sponsored by Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism Vancouver’s North Shore is a destination all unto itself any time of year, but there’s a special kind of magic that happens in the winter. Venture up majestic snow-capped mountains and treat yourself to that Canadian hospitality at world-class restaurants and hotels right at their feet. Ride the Top…
Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Vancouver and Richmond, BC
Ancient traditions come to life in a modern setting to celebrate family, food and good fortune.
Sponsored by Lunar New Year Festival It’s no secret that the Pacific Northwest can get a little gray in these winter months, but just a little ways up the I-5, the Lunar New Year Festival in British Columbia, Canada is a bright and colorful celebration that welcomes the coming of spring in fascinating style. A short…
January Hike of the Month: Gold Creek Pond
Time to break out the snowshoes
It’s January, so we should stay inside and dream of springtime hikes, right? Wrong. It’s a perfect time for snowshoeing, aka hiking in the snow. If you can hike, you can snowshoe, and with Snoqualmie Pass less than an hour from Seattle, it’s time to get outside. Gold Creek Pond is a top choice for…
Head East for a Family-Friendly Ski Getaway
What happens when a family packs the car with winter gear and heads out to sample some of the West’s best slopes? An epic adventure of fun and bonding ensues
VIEW POINT: Grand Targhee’s slopes peek out from above the clouds; weather conditions on a visit by the author earned it the nickname “Grand Foggy”
December Hike of the Month: Wallace Falls
Located in Gold Bar, a relatively short drive up U.S. Route 2, this gorgeous hike is a cattle trail in summer and fall, but is perfect for a winter hike
Don’t pack up the hiking boots yet. There are still some lower elevation trails out there that are usually snow-free and are perfect for a December hike. It’s also the perfect time to take on some of the trails that are so packed in the summer, you need to be at the trailhead by dawn…
Sip and Savor Your Way through Extraordinary Victoria
We asked two of the city’s hospitality superstars to share Victoria’s most extraordinary dining experiences.
Sponsored by Destination Greater Victoria Drinking and dining in Victoria is an extraordinary experience like no other. The city’s coveted location – surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and fertile farmland– attracts top chefs and bartenders from around the world eager to play with the city’s bounty of hyper-local ingredients. A mecca for culinary fans, Victoria is…
November Hike of the Month: Lake 22
Just over an hour outside of Seattle, Lake 22 takes you back in time
Want to take a step out of big city present day and step back in time? A hike to Lake 22 will fit the bill. The trail, a very moderate and relatively short hike, lies near Mt. Pilchuck, west of Granite Falls, off the Mountain Loop Highway. The area was designated a Research Natural Area…
October Hike of the Month: Annette Lake
Our new monthly hiking series features a hike in the Denny Creek area
If you’re looking for a hike close to Seattle but a little off the beaten path of the Issaquah Alps favorites, which can get crowded, try Annette Lake. The trailhead is just a little farther down I-90 and right off exit 47 (before Snoqualmie Pass); it shares a parking lot with trailhead to the Asahel…
New Walla Walla Resort Is a Perfect Blend of Comfort and Luxury
Eritage Resort opened earlier this summer and the views and food are spectacular
I’ve stayed at all sorts of places in Walla Walla wine country… from the historic Marcus Whitman Hotel to the adorable Green Gables Inn, but I think I’ve found my ultimate happy place at the sleek, high-end Eritage Resort (1319 Bergevin Springs Road; 509.394.9200; rates vary but average around $350/night) which opened this summer after…