Blake Island Kayaking and Camping
You can only get to Blake Island in Washington State by boat (or seaplane, it turns out). It’s a fun kayaking adventure from Seattle or Kitsap County. Here’s more about kayaking and camping on Blake Island.
Three Washington State Spots to Soothe Your Hobbit Soul
Pining for the Shire? Here are a few places to visit to quell your hobbity cravings in Washington State without visiting Middle Earth (or at least New Zealand).
The Art Cars of the Seattle Fremont Fair
Every year strange creations on wheels show up at the Fremont Fair in June. Here are favorite Seattle art cars from the 2018 event.
Halls Hill Lookout: Bainbridge Island’s Mosaic Labyrinth
This beautiful mosaic labyrinth sits on a wooded park overlooking the water on Bainbridge Island, WA.
A Few Venice Travel Tips for the First-Timer
Tourists outnumber residents in Venice, leading to CNN recently naming it as a destination to avoid in 2018. But if you plan to go anyway, here are some Venice travel tips for the first-timer. Not what to see or where to eat but some general advance planning advice such as when to go, how to get around, areas to stay in, accessibility, and how to hire a gondola when you do get there.
Books and Boats! The unique beauty of Venice’s Libreria Acqua Alta
Read more about this beautiful and unique Venice bookstore that has its books in gondolas and other boats due to Venice’s rising water level.
Why I Want to Travel Alone (Sometimes)
A few thoughts on why someone might want to travel alone…for those who just can’t understand it.
