Moby Who?

Guide to Whale Watching in Washington

It’s not just about our local orcas anymore.

04/24/2025 By Allison Williams

Ferry Thee Well

Guide to the San Juan Islands

All the farmstands, haunted hotels, and scenic lighthouses you can fit in a long weekend.

03/11/2025 By Allison Williams

Overnights

The Best Pacific Northwest Lodges for a Cozy Vacation

Park once and play all weekend.

01/16/2025 By Allison Williams

Ghosted

The Haunted History of Washington’s Strangest Gravesite

And the story behind the spirit who lurks there.

10/17/2024 By Bess Lovejoy

Spinster Chic

Practical Magic Is a Washington Movie

Witches and '90s fashions: The movie was Pacific Northwest at its heart.

10/09/2023 By Allison Williams

Remote Retreat

Property Watch: A Watchtower Cabin in the San Juans

This forest hideaway, located on an island without cars, tourists, or public ferry service, is spread out over more than an acre of rocky, woodsy terrain.

11/09/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Explainer

Why Can't Washington Find More Dinosaur Fossils?

A decade ago, the state dug up a fragment of the "Suciasaurus." It hasn't found any remains since.

09/20/2022 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Off-Grid Getaway

Property Watch: An Itty-Bitty, Off-Grid Cabin on Shaw Island

This wild, 9.9-acre property on the smallest island served by the San Juan ferry could handle a fully featured home—but for now, this adorable cabin offers a place to truly disconnect.

08/24/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Decatur Destiny

Property Watch: A Turnkey Island Lifestyle on Decatur Island

A general store, a cafe, a vacation rental, and more. Welcome to your new life.

11/24/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Float On

Never Have I Ever: Traveled by Seaplane

Taking off from an airport with no runways.

09/16/2021 By Allecia Vermillion

Salish Sea Style

Where to Stay and What to Do on Washington's Idyllic San Juan Islands (and Beyond)

Scenic escapes, empty beaches, and a farm-to-table way of life: The San Juan Islands are waiting.

07/08/2021 By Allison Williams Illustrations by Levi Hastings

Off-Grid Architecture

Property Watch: A Blakely Island Enclave Designed by Architect Jim Olson

No time like the present to buy a remote island village in the San Juans.

01/13/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Destination: San Juan Island

Brunch Means Bibimbap at Friday Harbor House

Come for the seasonal fare and Korean fusion, stay for the revamped patio.

08/14/2018 By Allison Williams

Getaway Guides

Guide to the San Juan Islands

The San Juans are Washington’s special, secluded archipelago, a tiny realm barely tucked into Puget Sound’s pocket. And they’re ripe for exploration.

05/25/2017 By Seattle Met Staff

Island Dining

Ursa Minor Ushers in a New Dining Chapter for Lopez Island

In a place where everyone has access to beautiful, farm-sourced ingredients, chef Nick Coffey gets creative.

05/19/2017 By Rosin Saez

Road Trip Dining

Nick Coffey Will Open Ursa Minor on Lopez Island

The isle’s allure for the Seattle chef: “It clears my brain and inspires me to create different dishes.”

02/16/2017 By Rosin Saez

Destinations

Northwest Travel Dispatch, Fall 2015

Where you'll want to go, and what's happening there.

08/27/2015 By Allison Williams

Slide Show

A Weekend at Doe Bay Fest 2014

A visual recap of Orcas Island's quintessentially Northwest music festival.

08/12/2014 By Allison Williams

Slideshow

Slide Show: Doe Bay Fest 2014

08/12/2014

Guide to the San Juans

San Juan Island Ferry Hacks

How to survive the hardest part of the San Juans: getting there

08/01/2014 By Allison Williams