Tacoma Rainiers: A Fun, Family-Friendly Day at the Ballpark

by Tim Lewis

There is nothing quite like spending a summer afternoon or evening watching the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. But if you’re looking for a cheaper, family-friendly way to catch a baseball game, head south for a Tacoma Rainiers game. The Rainiers are the...

Eye-to-Eye Shark Dive | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

by Tim Lewis

There are a million different things to see and do around the Puget Sound area, but only so many of those will absolutely blow your mind. An Eye-to-Eye Shark Dive at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma is one of those experiences. It’s unlike anything...

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma

by Tim Lewis

We love going to the zoo, and we also love visiting the aquarium, but they’re not always in the same location. When you mix the two together in one spot, you have a serious winner in our book. That’s why our family enjoys Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium...

Point Defiance Park: Five Mile Drive, Walking Trails & More

by Tove Tupper

I think one of the best parts of Tacoma is Point Defiance Park. Located right on the water, the 760-acre park offers incredible views and a chance to enjoy the great outdoors right in the heart of town. With trails winding in the forest, along the beach, and through...

The Red Hot: Cold Beer and Hot Dogs in Tacoma

by Tim Lewis

All hot dogs are not created equal. I know because I’ve devoured thousands (a slight exaggeration) in my life. I’ve tried hot dogs everywhere: the Viktualienmarkt in Munich, New York City, and at numerous baseball games. I’ve even waited in...