THE OLYMPICS

Insider's Guide to Visiting Washington State's Olympic National Park

What to do, where to hike, and where to stay in the country's fifth most-visited national park.

06/02/2021 By Allison Williams

Go Green

Trailhead Direct Restarts Bus Service to Hiking Trails

Skip the parking lot shuffle at Mount Si or Tiger Mountain.

06/01/2021 By Allison Williams

On the Road Again

Travel Is Back, Just in Time for Memorial Day

Remember holiday traffic? Yeah, that's returning too.

05/27/2021 By Allison Williams

Start Packing

Rick Steves Is Ready to Plan International Travel Again

But the European travel guru has his eyes on spring 2022.

05/21/2021 By Allison Williams

Northwest Travel

18 Amazing Northwest Cabin Destinations

Bungalows, chalets, yurts: Like home, but better.

05/13/2021 By Allison Williams

Pray for Vacation

The Lodge at St. Edward State Park Resurrects an Old Holy Site

A new Kenmore hotel turns a historic seminary into high-end accommodations on Lake Washington.

05/11/2021 By Allison Williams

Petal Pushers

The Best Flower Destinations in the Northwest

Tulips, rhodies, and wildflowers ahoy: All the best blooms and where to see them.

04/23/2021 By Allison Williams

Off season

Crystal Mountain Gets Glamping Tents This Summer

You just need to book them with 20–50 of your closest friends.

04/19/2021 By Allison Williams

Miracle Miles

8 Best Road Trips from Seattle

Washington’s eight most impressive drives, from mountain passes to sand in the tires.

04/06/2021 By Allison Williams

Sugar rush

10 Sweet Bakery Day Trips from Seattle

Croissants, churros, and crullers worth a special drive.

04/01/2021 By Allison Williams and Allecia Vermillion

Where to Pick Berries this Fruit-Filled Season

We’ve found the perfect U-Pick farm for every kind of Portlander.

By Riley Bass
Published 07/23/2021

Once in a Blue Moon: Where to Stargaze Around Portland

Bring a blanket and some binoculars, but leave your phone at home to see the stars.

By Cami Hughes
Published 07/22/2021

5 Portland-area Vacation Rentals with Pools for Summer Swimming Staycations

This isn’t LA. You probably don’t have your own backyard pool. So when the temperature rises, why not splurge and rent one?

By Cami Hughes
Published 07/15/2021

6 Uncrowded Day Hikes Near Portland

Skip the crowds and seek the shade with our picks for day-trip leg stretchers.

By Riley Bass
Published 07/14/2021

Oregon's Stupendous, Incredible, Magnificent Lake Country

Where to camp, hike, paddle, float, or just dip your toes in the water

By Benjamin Tepler [email protected]
Published 07/13/2021

Swimmer’s Itch, Giardia, and More Can Ruin a Good Lake Trip

To lessen your risk, towel off quickly and avoid drinking untreated water.

By Margaret Seiler [email protected]
Published 07/12/2021

October Surprise

Leavenworth Oktoberfest Has Been Cancelled for 2021 (and Maybe Forever)

The Bavarian beer fest may never come back—and it's not just about Covid.

03/16/2021 By Allison Williams

Saved by the brew

Craft Beer Is a Small Town Success Story

How does a struggling small town draw tourists without fine dining or fancy attractions? Pour ’em a pint.

03/11/2021 By Allison Williams Photography by Brooke Fitts

A Buyer's Guide to the Suburbs

North Bend Trades Happy Hour for Après

At the mountains’ edge, recreation beckons any day of the week.

03/08/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

Driving Home

Learning to Camp Indoors

Three days, one rental, and a whole new perspective on the RV lifestyle.

03/04/2021 By Allison Williams Illustrations by Cody Muir

Four Wheel Home

Truck Campers Have a Whole New Look

A few local outfits rethink flatbed chic.

03/04/2021 By Allison Williams

Site Survey

10 Best RV Campgrounds in Washington

Where to park overnight, from beachfront to the boonies.

03/04/2021 By Allison Williams

Trendsetting

Van Life vs. RV Life

Not everyone wants the Instagram lifestyle.

03/04/2021 By Allison Williams

Perk City

The Best Amenities Found in Fancy RVs

Certain additions can make an RV feel better than home.

03/04/2021 By Allison Williams

Trailer Taxonomy

Understanding the Different Types of RVs

Size isn’t everything. Recreational vehicles are classified by shape, not length.

03/04/2021 By Allison Williams Illustrations by Seattle Met

The Road Home

The Seattle Guide to RVs

How to rent, where to camp, and why motorhomes are having a moment.

03/04/2021 By Allison Williams Illustrations by Cody Muir

Travel & Outdoors

Insider's Guide to Visiting Washington State's Olympic National Park

Trailhead Direct Restarts Bus Service to Hiking Trails

Travel Is Back, Just in Time for Memorial Day

Rick Steves Is Ready to Plan International Travel Again

18 Amazing Northwest Cabin Destinations

The Lodge at St. Edward State Park Resurrects an Old Holy Site

The Best Flower Destinations in the Northwest

Crystal Mountain Gets Glamping Tents This Summer

8 Best Road Trips from Seattle

10 Sweet Bakery Day Trips from Seattle

Portland Monthly Travel

Where to Pick Berries this Fruit-Filled Season

Once in a Blue Moon: Where to Stargaze Around Portland

5 Portland-area Vacation Rentals with Pools for Summer Swimming Staycations

6 Uncrowded Day Hikes Near Portland

Oregon's Stupendous, Incredible, Magnificent Lake Country

Swimmer’s Itch, Giardia, and More Can Ruin a Good Lake Trip

Leavenworth Oktoberfest Has Been Cancelled for 2021 (and Maybe Forever)

Craft Beer Is a Small Town Success Story

North Bend Trades Happy Hour for Après

Learning to Camp Indoors

Truck Campers Have a Whole New Look

10 Best RV Campgrounds in Washington

Van Life vs. RV Life

The Best Amenities Found in Fancy RVs

Understanding the Different Types of RVs

The Seattle Guide to RVs

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