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We'd like to let you in on a well–kept secret. Washington state is one of the world's great travel destinations. Whether you favor the delights of the great outdoors or the great indoors, Washington offers everything—except the ordinary.
Washington offers a stunning variety of scenic beauty. With two major mountain ranges, three stunning National Parks, hundreds of miles of Pacific coastline and countless rivers, lakes and trails, Washington has spaces and places for all of the outdoor activities that you love.
Bellingham, wa
On the shores of Bellingham Bay with Mount Baker as its backdrop, Bellingham is the last major city before the Washington coastline meets the Canadian border. The City of Bellingham, which serves as the county seat of Whatcom County, is at the center of a uniquely picturesque area offering a rich variety of recreational, cultural, educational and economic activities
Bellingham, Washington is about 90 miles north of Seattle, 21 miles south of the Canadian border and about 52 miles south of Vancouver, B.C. The City encompasses about 28 square miles, with north Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands to the west and snow-capped Mount Baker and the North Cascade mountains to the east.
Bellingham residents are passionate about community life. Strategic investments in parks, trails and preserved open spaces offer recreation and respite, and help the community grow gracefully as the population increases. Numerous public/private partnerships support the burgeoning arts and cultural district downtown and elsewhere. Bellingham's active waterfront hosts a range of marine activities, with significant change on the horizon as area community leaders and residents consider options for development.
Whether for the weekend or an extended stay, Bellingham offers a break from the ordinary. With magnificent natural scenery, Mt. Baker skiing and snowboarding, hiking, arts and theatre, charming villages and waterfront adventures like whale watching, the Bellingham Mt. Baker region is a unique area of Washington state.
Seattle, wa
Before it got the name Seattle in late 1852, the city was known as Duwamps. The Great Seattle Fire of 1889 burnt up most of the first Seattle downtown. It was rebuilt within a year, literally on top of the remains of the older downtown. You can still see sections of the original downtown on the colorful Seattle Underground Tour. 3.2 million people live in the Greater Seattle Area. About 570,000 live in Seattle itself. Read more data about Seattle. It is one of the fittest cities in the country, especially for walkers and bikers. Seattle has the highest per-capita music and dance attendance in the country, with 80 live music clubs (not counting the movable dance clubs and shows) and 15 symphony orchestras. The Seattle International Film Festival in mid-May to June showcases world film and new world filmmakers. Seattle has 29 professional theatres, 56 fringe theatre companies and seven theatre schools. Bumbershoot, over Labor Day weekend, is one of the largest entertainment festivals in the world.
Ballard, in north Seattle, was once a Norwegian fishing village. The Alaskan fishing fleet still winters there before heading out on salmon runs. The Nordic Heritage Museum is the country's only museum honoring the heritage of people from the five Nordic countries. Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, Jimi Hendrix and Ernestine Anderson all lived in Central and South Seattle over the years. Seafair is a massive two-month summer festival that showcases the traditions and diversity of Puget Sound with parades, festivals, triathlons, hydroplane races and air shows. Alki Beach is one of the city's longest white sand beaches, 2 miles along the west side of West Seattle. U-Dist is the nickname of the neighborhood surrounding the University of Washington. The Wing Luke Museum in Chinatown/International District is the country's only museum devoted to Asian-American history, with displays on immigration, the arts and traditional medicine.
Olympia, wa
Olympia is a city where everyone can find something to love. It's a city fueled by government activity, but where people enjoy the outdoors during its mild winters and warm summers. Splashed throughout the city, hiking and biking trials wander through the evergreen forests and lead to saltwater beaches.
Those looking to explore the rich heritage of Olympia can take a leisurely self-guided tour through one of many historic neighborhoods. Or stand in awe at the grandeur as you walk the steps of the Washington State Legislative Building on a free guided tour offered seven days a week.
Olympia is a perfect central location to experience the cuisine of the Pacific Northwest and is home to the largest farmers market in the state. Open throughout the year, the farmer's market is the place to buy local and fresh produce, breads, flowers and arts and crafts, all while enjoying live entertainment.