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8 ways to immerse yourself in America's natural wonders

By Andrew Morten on Jan 17, 2023 in Arizona, Attractions, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Going Out, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, North America, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Regions, Rhode Island, USA, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin

The United States has so much to offer in terms of natural beauty. Leave your gadgets, calendars and busy life behind to immerse yourself in America’s natural wonders and emerge on the other side with a clear mind and fresh perspective.

Seattle Museum Month

By Paul Johnson on Feb 05, 2022 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

Join Visit Seattle, more than 60 downtown hotels, and over 30 area museums for the highly anticipated return of the monthlong celebration of arts, heritage, and culture in the region. February is the month for substantial savings on Seattle’s iconic cultural offerings and downtown lodging experience. Whether you are traveling to Seattle or a resident

A road trip through the Pacific Northwest

By Andrew Morten on Feb 02, 2022 in Attractions, Canada, Going Out, North America, Oregon, Regions, USA, Washington

Take it easy on a beautiful winding road trip through the Pacific Northwest and travel north towards British Columbia. The American and Canadian borders are open to vaccinated travellers. Now is a great time to start planning the trip of a lifetime through this stunning region, abundant with undisturbed nature. The Pacific Northwest is an

Wine, dine and discover: Seattle's best festivals for 2022

By Paul Johnson on Dec 30, 2021 in Events, Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

Each New Year brings new adventures and exciting events we may not yet have had the opportunity to experience. Known for its music scene and coffee culture, Seattle has a range of festivals and experiences that offer travellers exciting reasons to visit for a 2022 city break, in addition to its fantastic attractions, Pacific Northwest

The 5 best hotels in Seattle

By Guido Graf on Nov 10, 2021 in Accommodation, Hotels, North America, Regions, USA, Washington

The city of Seattle is a prime destination on the Pacific West Coast in Washington State, USA. With a beautiful waterfront setting, rich cultural and recreational facilities, and historical interest, Seattle attracts many visitors from around the globe. Below are 5 of the best hotels to stay in and enjoy in Seattle. Thomson Seattle This

Recipe of the week: Cedar plank Pacific Northwest salmon

By Paul Johnson on Jun 18, 2021 in Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

The Pacific Northwest is abundant with all types of salmon, from chinook (also called king) and coho to copper river and sockeye. King is the highest in fat and is known for its silken texture. It takes two days to prepare this dish, due to the brining and letting the fish air dry. The salmon

Top 10 things to do in Seattle

By Scott Anderson on Jan 09, 2019 in Attractions, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA, Washington

Recently named among the top cities in the U.S. by readers of Condé Nast Traveler in their 2018 Readers Choice Awards, Seattle offers superb urban and outdoor experiences, and provides the perfect point of departure point for a luxury cruise holiday to Alaska. You’ll find many of the city’s top attractions located close to the

8 urban adventures to sample in Seattle

By Paul Johnson on Aug 23, 2018 in Air Travel, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

Seattle’s growing popularity with the British and Irish markets, fuelled by fast growth in direct non-stop flights from the UK and Dublin, will see more people heading to the city this year either as a gateway to cruising to Alaska or for Pacific Northwest adventures. But before heading out of town, here are the best

13 of the best national parks to visit in May

By Paul Johnson on May 01, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Europe, Featured, Florida, India, Israel, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Minnesota, Namibia, North America, Regions, South Africa, South America, Spain, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, USA, Virginia, Washington, Western Europe, Zambia

May is a wonderful time of year to get out and explore the countryside. The weather is getting sunnier (for much of the northern hemisphere, at least) and yet most places are not yet overrun by tourism. With many families staying at home (whilst school and university examinations are in full swing), it’s a great

9 of the best volcanoes to visit

By Mike Kelly on Apr 13, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Attractions, Central America, Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Costa Rica, Europe, Going Out, Hawaii, Iceland, Italy, Japan, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Washington, Western Europe, Worldwide

What more says adventure and jaw dropping experience than the sight of an erupting volcano. The sheer splendour of watching the natural vibrant glow of molten rock seep or explode out of the earth’s crust is incredible and quite simply never gets boring! Across the globe we have many accessible volcanoes in near and far

Seattle is...

By Tom Marchant on Oct 17, 2016 in Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

Nestled between the snow-capped peaks of the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound, lies the wildly diverse city of Seattle—a blend of art, nature, technology and culture. This crown jewel of the Northwest never fails to amaze. Whether you’re hoping to catch a glimpse of a humpback whale or attempting to become a coffee connoisseur, Seattle’s

4 Summertime experiences to sample in Leavenworth, WA

By Leah DeAngelis on Jun 20, 2016 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

Nestled in the Cascades in central Washington, the mountain town of Leavenworth is known for its Bavarian theme and seasonal festivals. Summer’s warm climate maximizes outdoor pleasures while German architecture showcases flowers exploding over balconies and hanging baskets throughout the village. All that color and sunshine makes a cheerful setting. Enjoy shopping, beer gardens, and

10 of the best places to stay in North America this Spring

By Paul Johnson on May 05, 2016 in California, Canada, Featured, Mexico, Missouri, Montana, North America, Pennsylvania, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah, Washington

As the ground thaws and flowers blossom, there’s never been a better time take advantage of North America’s natural beauty. Springtime is the perfect opportunity to take time out and enjoy the outdoors, and one of the best times to explore or take a romantic break. Get some inspiration for where to go this season from

5 things to do in Friday Harbor, WA

By Leah DeAngelis on Sep 11, 2015 in Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

Located on San Juan Island between Seattle, Victoria and Vancouver, in the heart of the Salish Sea, Friday Harbor is a small island community comprising one square mile. It’s the perfect weekend or overnight getaway. Arrive by private boat, ferry, plane, or even via whale watching cruise. Once you’re there, you will find accommodation and

Top 10 places in the world for whale watching

By Tom Marchant on Apr 28, 2015 in Africa, Asia, California, Canada, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, South Africa, Sri Lanka, USA, Washington, Western Europe, Worldwide

The mysterious behaviours and complex curiosity of whales have intrigued humans for centuries, with their lamenting song coupled with an elegant dance. The migration pattern of whales brings seasonal opportunities across the world to spot whales dancing in their natural habitat – the long journey taken by the Pacific Gray whale from Siberia and Alaska down to

Interview with Larry Klimczyk, Executive Director of International Vacation Home Exchange

By Paul Johnson on Feb 18, 2015 in Africa, Celebrities, Interviews, Mexico, Morocco, North America, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

A travel junkie, Larry Klimczyk got the bug early in life when joining an international courier company; this is back in the day when people actually traveled overseas to deliver important business documents! Born in Seattle, he has worked in about 35 countries around the globe and visited nearly 70. Today his passion is in

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