Thanks to Public Market Tours, I was able to learn more about one of Seattle's most iconic attractions - Pike Place Market. This market is one of the oldest public farmers markets open year round in the US. While there are hundreds (maybe thousands) of Starbucks in Seattle, the very first shop was opened in 1971 in Pike Place Market. This store still has it's … [Read more...]
Exploring Olympic National Park in Washington
On my recent trip to Seattle, I had the privilege of taking a tour of Olympic National Park in Washington with Evergreen Escapes. Having never visited a national park in the US before I didn't know what to expect. By the end of the day I was exhausted but thrilled that I was able to take part in such an informative tour and capture some breathtaking scenes on … [Read more...]
Hotel Monaco in Seattle, Washington
While Seattle is known for its coffee, weather, arts & culture and food scene, it is also a very kid friendly destination for families to visit all year round. My family recently visited and stayed at the Hotel Monaco in Seattle by Kimpton for two nights. Gorgeous, Chic and Modern Located in the heart of downtown Seattle on 4th Street and a short distance from … [Read more...]
Get Your Quack On: Ride the Ducks of Seattle
Last month, my family and I enjoyed a tour of Seattle with Ride The Ducks. Is it a bus? Is it a boat? It's Both! Ride the Ducks offers visitors and Seattle-ites an engaging and educational tour of Seattle aboard an amphibious bus - a vehicle that can drive on land and cruise in the water. With two pick up points, Westlake Center (near the shopping mall in downtown … [Read more...]
Sticky Lips BBQ in Rochester, NY
BBQ in Rochester? Not exactly the first thing that came to my mind when planning our weekend road trip but definitely something that should be on your "to do" list if you're visiting. Sticky Lips BBQ Having never been a big fan of BBQ before (although we do go to Ribfest at home every Summer - more for the atmosphere than the food), our family was wowed by Sticky Lips … [Read more...]