Travel & Outdoors

Rodents of Unusual Size

Everything You Need to Know About Marmots

They’re furry. They’re fat. And they’re in places you’d never expect (including your car).

06/05/2026 By Allison Williams

Planner

What to Do in Washington State in June

Art, music, and the beginning of soccer events across the state.

05/29/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Country Roads

The Best Pit Stops on Highway 2, from Everett to Wenatchee

If you're only pausing for nature, you're not stopping enough.

05/21/2026 By Allison Williams

Whistle Pigs

Where to Hike with Marmots in Washington

Hear that? It’s the Northwest’s cuddliest furries. Take these trails to find them.

05/20/2026 By Allison Williams

Destination Dossier

What You Need to Know About a Trip to Nelson, BC

How one town known for draft dodgers perfects the small-town idyll in the mountains of eastern BC.

05/04/2026 By Allison Williams

Planner

What to Do in Washington State in May

It's a month for Vikings, art, and one weird festival in Sequim.

04/29/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Petal Powered

The Best Wildflower Hikes Close to Seattle

We like big blooms and we cannot lie.

04/23/2026 By Allison Williams and Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Over the Top

Maximalism Has Taken Over Hotels. I Love It.

Forget beige—the new look is a little bit of everything.

04/09/2026 By Allison Williams

Way Up North

Tour Detours at the Biggest Alaskan Cruise Ports

Most cruises go to the same spots. That doesn’t mean you have to do the same things.

04/03/2026 By Bailey Berg

It's an Art

How Tiny Tieton Became Mighty

One small Central Washington town found its artsy heart—and a new destination restaurant.

03/30/2026 By Allison Williams Photography by Reva Keller

Planner

What to Do in Washington State in April

Flower festivals, a big fair, and a jazz walk welcome spring.

03/26/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Flower Power

Guide to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

It's the hour of the flower as fields of tulips bloom north of Seattle.

03/24/2026 By Allison Williams

Old School

Rebooting the Gilded Age in San Diego

Coronado Island manages to cram a reborn luxury hotel, funky Mexican food, and the real Top Gun into a few square miles.

03/16/2026 By Allison Williams

Hanami How-To

A Viewing Guide for the UW Cherry Blossoms

Sakura season is nearly here. Get thee to the quad.

03/03/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Planner

What to Do in Washington State in March

It's the last chance at winter fun, from snow activities to shellfish fests.

02/27/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Statewide

The Best Restaurants in Washington State

An updated list of the 30 best destinations for food beyond the confines of Seattle.

02/19/2026 By Allecia Vermillion, Allison Williams, and Seattle Met Staff

Mountain Town

Guide to Whistler in Winter

One of North America's best ski towns is just over the border. Here's how to navigate the peak season chaos.

02/12/2026 By Allison Williams

As Seen On

Finding Peace at Mexico’s Reality-Famous Hotel

How life after a Bachelor reality show worked out for one Sayulita destination.

02/10/2026 By Allison Williams

Going Downhill

Is This the Worst Ski Season in Seattle History?

Check on your ski friends. They're not okay.

02/06/2026 By Allison Williams

Treat Time

Blissful Spa Road Trips Around Washington

Crank up the sauna and point me toward the massage table.

02/03/2026 By Allison Williams