Public Lands FTW

The Northwest's Best State Park Cabins

Cozy rentals at budget prices.

06/30/2025 By Allison Williams

Sun Screen

Best Sunny Vacations from Seattle

Don't get sad (or Seasonal Depression Disorder, for that matter). Get a vacation to somewhere with sunshine.

01/23/2025 By Allison Williams

In Shape

Where to Rent an A-Frame Cabin in Washington

And why they’re so appealing in the first place.

10/14/2024 By Allison Williams

Guide to Leavenworth

Best Places to Eat in Leavenworth

Fine dining and Bavarian bratwurst in Washington's goofiest mountain town.

09/16/2024 By Allison Williams

Dock and Roll

Lake Vacations near Seattle

Flat water vibes for the win.

07/02/2024 By Allison Williams

Due South

From Seattle, Belize Is Barely Off the Beaten Path

A new nonstop flight links Seattle to a small Central American country south of Mexico—but it isn’t as remote as it feels.

09/12/2022 By Allison Williams

Minivan Life

I Hate that I Love Seabrook

What looks like a century-old beach town actually sprang to life 20 years ago on the Washington coast. Is this place unabashed artifice or a master plan for vacation bliss?

05/24/2022 By Allecia Vermillion

Destination: Wine

Best Wineries in Lake Chelan

On vacation? Set aside a day to taste.

10/07/2021 By Sean P. Sullivan

Book Some Breathing Room Close to Home

There’s never been a better time for a couples’ staycation in Seattle.

04/14/2021 By Ben McBee

Create New Family Memories

Seattle staycations are a great chance to get the kids (and the parents) out and about.

04/14/2021 By Ben McBee

Free time

Things to Do Around Seattle for Midwinter Break

Scavenger hunts, snowplay spots, and more: 15 ideas for all that free time you never asked for.

02/10/2021 By Allison Williams

AirB-n-Behave

8 Rules for Sharing a Cabin Rental

Don't let the common kitchen break up your bubble.

11/12/2020 By Allison Williams

Hotel Horde

15 Best Hotels in Seattle

You need a vacation, and a great—and safe—one is closer than you think.

08/28/2020 By Allison Williams

Article

One-Flight Vacations from Seattle

The whole world is just one flight away from Sea-Tac airport: Seoul, Paris, Puerto Vallarta—even Phoenix, Arizona. We asked Seattle’s jet-setters where they go, and what they do when they get there.

02/20/2013 By Allison Williams