As a longtime Seattle local who loves all the summer activities the city has to offer, I’m frequently asked, “When is the best time to visit Seattle?” There’s something to do in every season, but you can’t beat Seattle in the summer. The weather is warm, the sun’s out most days, and there’s no shortage […]
Author Archives: Marissa Pedersen
Hiking is one of my favorite ways to explore Washington State, and after years of doing it with my family, I’ve put together my list of the best easy hikes in Washington across the state. Whether you’re new to hiking, traveling with young kids, or just looking for a low-effort day in nature, the easy […]
Whistler is a destination that can drain your wallet fast if you only eat at the high-end spots. While the village has plenty of fine-dining options, there are also a surprising number of cheap eats in Whistler that serve real food at fair prices. After 15 years of annual trips, I’ve worked through most of […]
Whistler in the summer completely transforms from its winter identity. The snow-covered slopes become hiking and mountain biking trails, the village patios fill with happy hour crowds, and the lakes warm up enough to swim in. I’ve visited Whistler twice in August (once during Crankworx, the international mountain biking festival), and both trips made me […]
Whistler is one of the best things to do in British Columbia for a long weekend or a multi-week vacation, and I’ve been visiting every spring for the past 15 years. My in-laws have a timeshare there, so going up to Whistler in April has become an annual tradition for our family. I’ve also visited […]