Travel & Outdoors

Toe Pick

The Clumsy Adult's Guide to Ice Skating at Kraken Iceplex

Listen, you're gonna fall. And that's okay.

09/27/2021 By Allison Williams

Due South

Portland Opens Back Up to Travelers with a Few New Twists

The Rose City got a reboot during the pandemic—and a grown-up vibe.

09/24/2021 By Allison Williams

Welcome to Seattle

Never Have I Ever: Summited the Space Needle

“Thanks for coming, and enjoy your time in Seattle.”

09/16/2021 By Stefan Milne

Float On

Never Have I Ever: Traveled by Seaplane

Taking off from an airport with no runways.

09/16/2021 By Allecia Vermillion

Prohibition Punch

Never Have I Ever: Had Drinks Atop Smith Tower

A new identity helps our vintage skyscraper persevere. The speakeasy-style bar on the 35th floor helps too.

09/16/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

Tuck and Roll

Never Have I Ever: Sledded Down a City Hill

The bruises were totally worth it.

09/16/2021 By Allecia Vermillion

Bicycle Diaries

Never Have I Ever: Commuted via Bike

A weekend enthusiast straps on a helmet and coasts downtown.

09/16/2021 By Allison Williams

Wine Country Escape

Walla Walla: The Maiden Voyage

How to make the most of a first-time visit to Washington's ultimate wine region.

09/14/2021 By Sean P. Sullivan

Wine Country Escape

Red Mountain and the Tri-Cities: Grape Country

Here's how to spend a day in some of the state's most scenic wine regions.

09/14/2021 Photography by Sean P. Sullivan

Wine Country Escape

Lake Chelan: Vacation Plus

Here's how to spend a day tasting wine in Central Washington's vacation paradise.

09/14/2021 By Sean P. Sullivan

Wine Country Escape

Yakima Valley: Scenic and Sparkling

Here's how to spend a day in the state's original grape-growing region.

09/14/2021 By Sean P. Sullivan

Wine Country Escape

Columbia Gorge: The Wild Frontier

Here's how to spend a day in Oregon and Washington's ruggedly beautiful shared wine region.

09/14/2021 By Sean P. Sullivan

Oompah Yourself

Oktoberfest Is Still On in the Northwest

These bier bashes are welcoming in-person "Prost!" toasts this fall. Plus: Leavenworth's famous fest is back, sorta.

09/14/2021 By Allison Williams

Local Gems

Where to Eat in Yakima

From world-class tamales to well-crafted cocktails.

09/10/2021 By Allison Williams

Valley Whirl

What to Do in Yakima

Artsy small towns meet the wilds of Central Washington.

09/10/2021 By Allison Williams and Seattle Met Staff

Scenic & Sparkling

Where to Drink Wine in the Yakima Valley

Washington wine as we know it began right here.

09/10/2021 By Sean P. Sullivan

Fall Report

Northwest Travel Fall 2021: Where to Go, What to Know

Chillier weather doesn't mean there's any less to do.

09/02/2021 By Allison Williams

Coastal Croissants

Canlis Alums Bring Two New Projects to Seabrook

Rising Tide Tavern and Vista Bakeshop (plus a popular fried chicken popup) join a critical mass of legit dining on the coast.

08/17/2021 By Allecia Vermillion

Tasting Notes

The Best Wineries to Visit in Walla Walla

The heart of Washington wine country has no shortage of producers. Here, in no particular order, are the ones to seek out.

08/13/2021 By Sean P. Sullivan

Wine Not

Things to Do in Walla Walla

History, outdoor sports, and the original Batman.

08/13/2021 By Allison Williams