Union Bay Natural Area in Seattle

by Tim Lewis

There’s nothing better than living in Seattle. You get the hustle and bustle of downtown, but there’s also plenty of serenity just outside the city. In fact, you can find serenity right here in Seattle, too. All you need to do is head to the Union Bay...

Best Time to Visit the Ballard Locks

by Tim Lewis

There’s no way to pinpoint the best time to visit the Ballard Locks in Seattle but there are definitely better times to visit the fish ladder than others. The goal is to obviously see migrating salmon when you visit the locks. The fish only pass through from the...

Magnolia Pumpkin Patch | Huge Pumpkins in Seattle

by Tim Lewis

Did you know there’s a pumpkin patch in Seattle? No, I’m not talking about the surrounding area like Carnation, Monroe, or Kent. There’s an honest to goodness pumpkin patch right here in the city. You can find it in Magnolia. These aren’t...

Northwest Trek | A Unique Wildlife Park Experience Near Seattle

by Tim Lewis

Washington is loaded with amazing wildlife. We have elk, moose, bears, wildcats, and so much more. You can run across these animals on a hiking trail, in your backyard, or just simply find them all at Northwest Trek near Eatonville. Northwest Trek (11610 Trek Dr....

Statue of Liberty in Paris | An Often Missed Attraction

by Tim Lewis

There are replicas of the Statue of Liberty all over the world, including a 6-foot model on Alki Beach in West Seattle. But it was the French that gifted the actual Statue of Liberty to the United States in 1886, so it was only fitting the American community in Paris...

Westward | Wonderful Food Served with a View

by Tim Lewis

With a stunning view of Seattle, fun outdoor seating, a buzzing atmosphere, and tasty food, Westward is one of the top new restaurants in the United States — not just the Emerald City. That’s not just me saying that, either — Bon...