As spring inches close and with hopes for road trips and regional travel on the horizon, Washington’s Whidbey and Camano Islands offers distanced experiences and open air adventures. After so many months of zoom tutorials and virtual vacations, here are five opportunities to explore and try something new IRL.
Read MoreWomen’s History month provides a chance to recognize and support the strong women who came before us, and those in our lives. To celebrate, Seattle based Tokki is partnering with Gravitas to unveil it’s, “Women Who Light Us Up” collection honoring inspirational women such as Madame Vice President Kamala Harris, Eleanor Roosevelt, Cleopatra, Amelia Earhart and Virginia Wolfe, with ten percent of profits benefitting Girl Up.
Read MorePeace Vans announces its inaugural “Peace Out,” a Facebook Live event series launching March 18 featuring experts on the best places and flavors of the Pacific Northwest to help road trippers navigate an epic vacation.
Read MorePeace Vans, the premier Pacific Northwest provider of van vacations, announces a series of new and adapted offerings for the coming travel season. Road trippers will find discounts on long term rentals, adventure school curriculum and an enhanced collection of privately owned, remote campsites.
Read MoreIn the latest issue of 1889 The Washington Magazine, the talented Corinne Whiting shares a PNW favorite at the peak of the season – “Coveting Clams.” Chef Nick Novello shares his recipe for Clam Linguini and wisdom within the story: “I’m a slurp-from-shell guy, I get the most clams in my mouth per minute that way.” Learn more about these tasty treasures from our local waters and try your hand at the recipe below.
Read MoreScenic beach and forested trails abound on Whidbey and Camano Islands, yet a variety of destinations pair art with the outdoors for a true taste of local culture. Coming in February, in partnership with local glass artists, Camano Island hosts the Great Northwest Glass Quest for a fun, and possibly very rewarding outdoor treasure hunt. It’s one of six ways to enjoy art in the outdoors on the islands.
Read MoreThere are two types of people in quarantine. Those who used the time at home to get fit…and the rest of us. If eating healthier in the New Year is one of your resolutions than we have somethings you need to try. Uneeda Burger in Fremont is offering a variety of tasty, yet healthy options, that don’t mean boring or tasteless.
Read MoreAs we all hunker down, let’s eat well! With newly announced restrictions in place due to COVID-19, Enzo’s Bistro & Bar’s enhanced takeout program, complete with online ordering and virtual video components are a timely idea. New and simple online ordering is available daily between 12 – 8:30 p.m. and offers visuals of each item, ranging from fresh pastas and wood fired pizzas to classics like handmade meatballs simmered in marinara sauce and ravioli filled with ricotta and spinach.
Read MoreAs we dive deeper into the world of Zoom meetings, virtual events and date nights in the den, I love reading articles that inspire future travel like AAA Journey’s roundup of 11 Favorite Places in the Pacific Northwest, Destinations We Can’t Wait to Explore Again. The Tri-cities was the last road trip our team took pre-COVID. We met with the makers, creatives and characters working hard to welcome visitors and discovered new things do to, explore and taste. While we can’t wait to get back there, and to share more stories with all of you it’s not time to travel. For now, let’s support Washington wineries with online orders or wine clubs, gift goods or experiences from getaways you love, then take a deep breath, appreciate the beauty around us, and most of all – be kind to each other!
Read MoreAs we all hunker down, let’s eat well! With newly announced restrictions in place due to COVID-19, Enzo’s Bistro & Bar’s enhanced takeout program, complete with online ordering and virtual video components are a timely idea. New and simple online ordering is available daily between 12 – 8:30 p.m. and offers visuals of each item, ranging from fresh pastas and wood fired pizzas to classics like handmade meatballs simmered in marinara sauce and ravioli filled with ricotta and spinach.
Read MoreWhidbey and Camano Islands Tourism is proud to launch its highly anticipated 2020 holiday gift guide, featuring local artisan crafted goods, natural bath and body products, locally produced gourmet foods and more. Support Island makers and enjoy a range of items ideal for entertaining or gifting – from Penn Cove Mussels to handmade candles, lodging deals and more. The printed guide will be mailed to Island County residents beginning November 14 and a digital guide can be found beginning Monday, November 16 at whidbeyandcamanoislands.com.
Read MoreThis holiday season, Tokki launches a new line of hand-selected products from trusted brands wrapped in its signature, sustainable and reusable gift bags. The Tokki tag uses patent-pending technology that allows gifters to show up virtually with an image or video greeting. The line features eco-friendly, fair trade or women-owned products, all hand-selected by Tokki’s Founder Jane Park of well-known beauty brand Julep.
Read MoreWashington state’s Earth Sanctuary, a 72-acre sculpture garden, nature reserve, and retreat center on Whidbey Island is launching a new art installation and accompanying virtual tour and meditation series this month. The new Ley Line sculpture, a piece designed to create connection and calm, joins tactile and interactive pieces like a Megalith Dolmen, Buddhist Stupa, Labyrinth and Native American Medicine Wheel.
Read MoreUneeda Burger and Kiona Vineyards are teaming up this fall to showcase a new pairing. Kiona’s Lemberger, an under the radar varietal full of the big flavors for which Washington’s Red Mountain AVA is known, will be featured alongside Uneeda’s Bison Burger which features grass-fed bison patty, red onion jam, bacon, Beecher's Cheddar, and house sauce. Grab for takeout or try your hand at home!
Read MoreEarth Sanctuary, a 72-acre nature preserve on Washington’s Whidbey Island, introduces its Memorial Tree Program, offering an opportunity to purchase or gift a tree to honor a loved one, mark a milestone or to simply combat climate change. Each tree will be planted and maintained by resident naturalists, becoming a part of the preserve’s 500-year plan to create a self-sustaining, old-growth forest.
Read MoreThe silver screen loves Whidbey Island. Many a Hollywood blockbuster has enjoyed the island’s dramatic shorelines, pastoral views and quaint seaside villages. Whether it’s trip inspiration for a 2021 or winter retreat at a cozy cabin overlooking the sea, these movies filmed on Whidbey Island provide a true sense of this special place.
Read MoreWith a variety of winemaking communities and experiences ranging from mom and pop-run tasting rooms to world-class wineries and production facilities, the magic of Washington wine country starts in the Tri-Cities region. Define your tasting style or dabble in it all with more than 200 wineries within a one-hour drive. Do we suggest visiting all 200? Of course, just not in one trip. Can you taste and and explore masked up and from a distance? You bet.
Read MoreIn true 2020 fashion, September style events at Pacific Place have gone virtual! The downtown destination has adapted its annual fall style celebration to meet customers at home with a line-up of interactive, online experiences full of inspiration for the closet, home, and soul. Join a DIY Painted Denim Workshop, peek behind the scenes of Seattle’s fashion influencers with virtual closet tours, find favorite fashion films and more. Read on to learn more and tune in!
Read MoreEnzo’s Bistro & Bar is now open in Issaquah, serving up classic Italian fare in the heart of downtown. Located at 120 NW Gilman Blvd, the concept marries classic Italian and Calabrian fare in a warm, welcoming setting with outdoor, bar and dining room service. Enzo’s is family owned and operated by iconic West Coast Restaurateur Hal Griffith, founder of Great Western Pacific Inc., which runs restaurants along the west coast including Enzo’s sister restaurants in California, Miners Landing at Pier 57, including Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar as well as The Crab Pot in both Seattle and Bellevue.
Read MoreHave you seen the new look at Pacific Place? This brand new, light-filled, pristine space recently reopened following a two year, multi-million dollar renovation. The Northwest contemporary design weaves the quintessential natural elements of the Pacific Northwest in an abstract manner. Murals by local artists like @KelseyMontagueArt and @VK.Signs pop up throughout the center, which is anchored by the 60-foot “Murmuration” sculpture by local artist Susan Zoccola. Take virtual tour at the link in our bio, or head down this weekend to check it out.
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