See what the experts are saying about Seattle. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Tips for families
If you have enough trouble simply getting your kids out of the house in the morning, dragging them thousands of miles away may seem like an insurmountable challenge. But family travel can be immensely rewarding, giving you new ways of seeing... Continue reading »
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Tips for gay and lesbian travelers
Seattle is one of the most gay-friendly cities in the country, with a large gay and lesbian community located around Capitol Hill. Here in this neighborhood, you'll find numerous bars, nightclubs, stores, and bed-and-breakfasts catering to th... Continue reading »
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Tips for senior travelers
Don't be shy about asking for discounts, but always carry some kind of identification, such as a driver's license, that shows your date of birth -- especially if you've kept your youthful glow. In Seattle most attractions, some theaters and c... Continue reading »
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Tips for travelers with disabilities
Most disabilities shouldn't stop anyone from traveling in the U.S. There are more options and resources out there than ever before. For anyone using a wheelchair, the greatest difficulty of a visit to Seattle is dealing with the city's man... Continue reading »
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Suggested itineraries
When you're not familiar with a city, it can be daunting trying to figure out how to organize your time on a brief visit. In order to help you plan your trip to Seattle, I've put together three suggested itineraries. The first, a 1-day itiner... Continue reading »
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In one day
Lace up your walking shoes, grab an umbrella if it looks like rain, and hit the streets early if you want to experience the best of Seattle in a single day. Luckily, two of the city's top attractions--Pike Place Market and the Olympic Sculptu... Continue reading »
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In two days
On your second day, start and end your day with salmon. Up in north Seattle's Ballard neighborhood, you can take in salmon and locks (not lox) at the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. Afterward, head back to Pike Place Market to shop for picnic supp... Continue reading »
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In three days
On your third day, head out of the city to see some of the wild country for which the Northwest is famous. The only problem is that there are so many great choices that it can be difficult to decide where to go on a day trip from Seattle. Per... Continue reading »
Seattle Travel Experiences
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Seattle - we made it!
Finally made it...Now then, if you're an avid fan of this travel blog, you'll notice that I seem to have taken a crazy route from Vi... Continue reading »
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Seattle Again
Returned again to Seattle area and stayed 7 weeks. Spent one weekend in downtown Seattle at the Sheraton. OK hotel but not a... Continue reading »
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Seattle & Bainbridge Island
(Before reading this story please see overview) For one and a half weeks we house minded with our friend Gallon (who my girlfriend Amy... Continue reading »
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Lavender, Pines, and Pizza
Following the advice of our eccentric tour guides in Freemont my husband and I set off early for the Bainbridge Island Ferry. Final desti... Continue reading »
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Coeur d'Alene & Seattle
From Glacier we headed west once again on I-90 towards the Pacific, but considering we got a late jump on the highway decided not to haul... Continue reading »
Popular Seattle Hotels
- Grand Hyatt Seattle
- University Inn
- Pan Pacific Seattle
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Tacoma Airport/Tukwila
- Inn at the Market
- Watertown Hotel
- Fairmont Olympic Hotel Seattle
- Cedarbrook Conference Center
- Hotel Andra
- Silver Cloud Inn Lake Union
Popular Seattle Things to Do
- Experience Music Project (EMP)
- Seattle Waterfront
- Pacific Science Center
- The Underground Tour
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Hiram M. Chittenden Locks (Ballard Locks)
- Seattle Art Museum
- Mount Rainier National Park
- Northwest Flower and Garden Show
- Olympic National Park
