Author Archives: Marissa

13 Epic Stops on a Vancouver Island Road Trip (+ 2 Itineraries)

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If you’ve been to the Pacific Northwest before, you know what a beautiful region it is. Many Americans tend to explore their home state, but there are so many amazing areas in British Columbia waiting to be explored. One of those is Vancouver Island, and the best way to explore it is through a Vancouver […]

20 Epic Day Trips from Seattle You Need to Take in 2023

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The Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and the Museum of Pop Culture are some of the most popular tourist destinations in Seattle and most likely where someone will tell you to go when looking for something to do. However, while the city is fun, I highly recommend going out of it, as taking a day trip […]

7 Incredible Stops on a Seattle to Glacier National Park Road Trip

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One of the many things I look forward to about Seattle in the summer is the freedom to go on road trips without having to worry about snow in the mountain passes. Over the years, I’ve made it a point to spend more time in Montana, and every time I go there, I’m in awe […]

11 Awe-Inspiring Stops to Make on a Big Sur Day Trip

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With a dramatic coastline and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, a Big Sur day trip is one of the most beautiful drives you can take in the country. Some of the most breathtaking parts of the California coastline are found on this part of Highway 1, and I consider Big Sur one of the […]

How to Plan the Perfect Day Trip to Mount Rainier in 2023

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Known as “The Mountain” to many locals, Mount Rainier has become the unofficial state logo. Towering over the state at 14,411 feet, this stunning mountain is one of my favorite sites to see on a sunny day in Seattle. Even though you can see it from most places in Seattle, it’s about 90 miles southeast […]