Some of my oldest memories of first moving here are scouting vintage clothing shops in Seattle. Old-school followers will remember I used to run a street style blog called The Emerald Closet. I loved fashion up through my late 20s,…
21 Best Takeout Restaurants in Seattle
Going out to eat is nice and all, but there’s nothing like ordering from the best takeout restaurants in Seattle and stuffing yourself silly in PJs. No manners. No small talk. Just you and the freedom to be as slovenly…
28 Most Romantic Airbnb in Washington State
I’m always on the hunt for romantic airbnb in Washington state because Dan and I enjoy taking romantic getaways for holidays, birthdays, and our anniversary. Especially since we see each other almost 24/7, the change of scenery does wonders for…
17 Made in Oregon Gifts Anyone Would Love
I love discovering made in Oregon gifts whenever I visit the Beaver State. One of my favorite things to do is pop into shops, and whenever I’m at a market I grab business cards for items that catch my eye….
15 Best Places to Stay in Lake Chelan
Whether it’s for my travel planning clients or my 1-2 visits a year, I’m always on the hunt for the best places to stay in Lake Chelan. If you’re not familiar, Lake Chelan is a popular wine region surrounding one…
18 Best Antique Shops in Portland
I always make time to visit the best antique shops in Portland whenever I’m in town. There’s just something special about finding unique items when traveling, and lucky for us PDX has a thriving antique and vintage scene. If you…
20 Pawsome Pet-Friendly Hotels in Washington
Since I often travel with my sister’s English bulldog, I’m always on the look out for pet-friendly hotels in Washington. We love bringing the dog so it feels like the whole family is together, especially when we’re going on hiking…
My Famous Sourdough Sausage Stuffing
My sourdough sausage stuffing consistently ranks as the winning side dish every Thanksgiving. Stuffing was always my favorite side growing up, so I’d be sorely disappointed when I went to gatherings and it was dry or lacking flavor. So I…
19 Best Portland Gift Shops with Locally-Made Finds
Browsing the best Portland gift shops is one of my favorite things to do when visiting the city. Since PDX has such a strong maker culture, I always find unique souvenirs and gifts to bring home. Plus I feel good…
Things to Do in Vancouver, WA That’ll Make You Excited to Visit
There are so many things to do in Vancouver, WA, yet people often prioritize a visit to the popular Canadian city of the same name. That’s a shame, because Vancouver, WA was incorporated 30 years sooner and has a ton…
26 Incredibly Fun Facts About Seattle
There are so many fun facts about Seattle that most locals wouldn’t know if put to the test. We’re an interesting city with diverse influences thanks to so many people flocking here during the tech boom of the early 2000s….
The Perfect Seattle 3-Day Itinerary According to a Local
I’m so excited for you to use this Seattle 3-day itinerary. It has an hour-by-hour breakdown of the exact way I’d spend my perfect long weekend in the city. You’ll find a mix of tourist attractions and local only hangs…