Explore Luxury and Culinary Delights in the Pacific Northwest USA
I’m an East Coast woman through and through – yet despite my loyalties, I’m not one to shy away from the Pacific side of the USA.
A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
I’m an East Coast woman through and through – yet despite my loyalties, I’m not one to shy away from the Pacific side of the USA.
From the hustle and bustle of big cities offering vibrant food and culture to serene moments in some of America’s most breathtaking parks, a scenic drive from the Pacific coast to Idaho makes for an epic vacation.
Legends of Sasquatch, aka Bigfoot, have existed in the Pacific Northwest for centuries. Native American tribes passed down stories about large, hairy, forest-dwelling creatures, and early settlers reported sightings of ape-like creatures as early as the 1800s. However, definitive proof of the creature’s existence has been elusive. This doesn’t mean Sasquatch doesn’t exist – someone just needs to step up and find it.
Amtrak’s 46-hour Empire Builder runs daily, with stops in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Illinois.
Five inches of rain was due to fall over the Washington coast in the next 48 hours, and I was headed straight into the storm. On my slow-going, three-hour drive from the Seattle airport to Copalis Beach one January night, what started as a light mist turned to heavy rain, and I had to dodge tree debris scattered in the road.
Take in the stunning natural scenery from Vancouver to Oregon on the Amtrak Cascades route.
Hike, bike, eat, drink, and whale watch your way around Washington’s beautiful San Juan Islands.
Snow-capped mountains and frost-covered trees define the Northwest landscape during the winter. Wild wind and crashing waves pound the Pacific Coast. These conditions create the setting for fun and cozy winter vacations. You can cuddle by the fire with hot chocolate and board games after a day of rigorous play in a snowy wonderland. Or savor a glass of Northwest wine and local cheese while looking out over a stormy ocean beach.