Category Archives: Washington

How To Visit Mount Rainier in Winter: Everything to Know (2023)

mt rainier in the winter

Summer is by far the most popular time to visit Mount Rainier, thanks to the beautiful weather and stunning wildflowers everywhere. In fact, August is so busy that I usually recommend that people only visit very early in the morning or on weekdays. If you don’t want to deal with crowds, consider visiting Mount Rainier […]

21 Amazing Winter Hikes in Washington to Explore All Season (2023)

washington winter hikes

Washington State has some of the best hikes in the country, so it’s easy to see why so many people who live here consider hiking one of their favorite pastimes. While summer hikes are beautiful, there are also plenty of winter hikes in Washington that you can do throughout Seattle in the winter. I know […]

8 Incredible Stops on a Seattle to Banff Road Trip

seattle to banff road trip

You all know I’m a lover of road trips, but driving from Seattle to Banff is one of the most scenic ones you can do. The majority of it takes place in Canada, which is a country I can’t get enough of. From maple syrup lattes to delicious poutine, I’m obsessed with not only the […]

21 Fun Rainy Day Activities in Seattle You’ll Want to Do (2023)

rainy day activities in seattle downtown

Every time I talk to someone about living in Seattle, they always ask the same question: “Doesn’t it rain all the time there?” Sure, it rains more than it might in other parts of the country, but not all the time. There are plenty of fun rainy day activities in Seattle to distract you from […]

20 Fun Things to Do in Seattle in Winter (2023)

seattle winter lake union

I love all things fall and fully soak up every day we have in that season, but as soon as Thanksgiving dinner is over, I flip from that cozy autumn vibe straight into full-blown winter wonderland mode. While it may not technically be winter season until mid-December, our city fully gets into holiday mode with […]