Paradise | Mount Rainier National Park Day Trip

Paradise | Mount Rainier National Park Day Trip

There are several areas to enjoy Mount Rainier National Park, but none is more popular than Paradise. Located on the south slopes of Mount Rainier at an elevation of 5,400 feet, there’s a good reason this place is called Paradise. During the summer, the area...
Agua Verde Paddle Club | Go Kayaking in Seattle

Agua Verde Paddle Club | Go Kayaking in Seattle

Seattle is surrounded and full of water. When the sun comes out, the water comes to life. That’s why Tim and I love to go kayaking in Seattle. While there a number of different places to rent kayaks in the city, one of our favorite spots is Agua Verde...
Mercer Slough Nature Park in Bellevue

Mercer Slough Nature Park in Bellevue

Every time I’m in Bellevue, it seems like the city is getting bigger and bigger. Don’t get me wrong — I love the big city feel. That’s why I live in Seattle. I enjoy the hustle and bustle. But at the same time, I also like to get a break from...
Washington Park Arboretum in Seattle

Washington Park Arboretum in Seattle

With more than 20,000 plants from around the world, miles of hiking trails, and access to Lake Washington, Washington Park Arboretum offers a unique experience in Seattle — for free! It’s often described as a “hidden gem,” but I encourage you...
Ella Bailey Park in Magnolia | A Fun View of Seattle

Ella Bailey Park in Magnolia | A Fun View of Seattle

Several Seattle parks offer incredible views of the city, but they really only serve one purpose — they’re a viewpoint. That’s a great purpose to serve, but there really isn’t anything else to them. That’s why Ella Bailey Park in Magnolia...