You can go to the zoo or aquarium these days and see just about any creature you want. Bears, sharks, gorillas — anything. There’s one thing you won’t find, though (unless you’re at SeaWorld) — whales. The only place you get to...
I’m not afraid to admit there’s nothing more adorable than baby animals. It’s one thing to see a puppy in person, but it’s a whole other thing to see lion cubs in person. That doesn’t happen very often, but Tove and I just had the...
If you love chocolate, enjoy learning how things are made, and find yourself in Seattle, then the Theo Chocolate tour is just for you. Theo Chocolate is a Seattle-based company that currently sells its chocolate in all 50 states. They make your typical milk and dark...
If there wasn’t enough to do in Seattle already, there’s a new tourist attraction that makes the city even more exciting. I’m talking about the Great Wheel — the Seattle Ferris wheel. Not only is the Ferris wheel a nice...
There’s arguably nothing more original and entertaining than fish throwing at Pike Place Market. It’s become a tradition in Seattle. Fishmongers at Pike Place Fish Market (one of the many seafood vendors in the market) have shouted orders and tossed...
Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve visited Pike Place Market. It is one of the best destinations to visit in Seattle. During our Seattle staycation in August, Tim and I talked about going back to the market sometime...