How to capture an entire year of phenomenal travel experiences in one post? Impossible. Instead, here’s a photo montage of a few favorites, reminding me what a lucky gal I am . . . February and August . . . I fell in love with Quebec . . . March . . . Stopped by San Francisco, the […]
Washington State
Au Revoir, 2013!
Memories of 2013 may be fading fast, but before we leap too far into 2014, here are a few snapshots of the roads I’ve wandered over the past year . . . In 2013 I re-discovered the beauty of the Pacific Northwest with trips to the San Juans, Whidbey Island, Idaho, The Dalles and Seaside, […]
On Writing: Sharpening the Travel Writer’s Saw – 2013
Last year’s response to Sharpening the Travel Writer’s Saw proved so popular with readers that I’m happy to share nuggets learned from the 2013 Writers on the Sound Conference (WOTS) as well. Once again, I received just the right dose of inspiration and practical information to polish my writing in the days ahead. Here are a few […]
Girlfriend Getaway with the Legendary D.B. Cooper
Thanksgiving Eve, November 24, 1971. “Dan Cooper” (aka D.B. Cooper) boards Northwest Orient Airline Flight 305 in Portland, Oregon for what is normally a 30-minute hop to Seattle. But this is not a normal flight. After ordering a bourbon and Seven, he hands an envelope to stewardess Florence Schaffner. As the world now knows, the hijacking […]
Seafair: Seattle’s Favorite Summer Festival
Since the 1950’s, Seafair has ruled as Seattle’s favorite summer festival spanning several weeks. For most Seattleites, Seafair traditions include the Blue Angels, hydroplane races on Lake Washington and the Torchlight Parade. Even smaller neighborhood events like the Milk Carton Derby at Green Lake and the Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival are all part of […]
Summer Cider Day in Port Townsend, WA
Start with a picture-perfect, quintessential NW day aboard the Edmonds Ferry. After landing in Kingston on the Kitsap Peninsula, follow the scenic route across the Hood Canal Floating Bridge to Port Townsend. Make your way to the new NW Maritime Center at the end of town. Now head upstairs for a special holiday weekend treat: the third […]
Lavender Festival at Pelindaba Farm
Butterfly Lavender Plant Lavender lovers rejoice! Only one more month until the annual Pelindaba Lavender Festival on beautiful San Juan Island. Pelindaba Farm “Pelindaba” comes from the Zulu word meaning “a place of great gatherings.” With a nod to his South African roots, owner/founder Stephen Robins also chose a name that captures his vision of the […]
The Dalles: Family-Friendly Vacation Destination
Here’s why The Dalles, a mere 84 miles east of Portland, Oregon, gets my vote for an ideal vacation destination: 1) Spectacular Scenery Want to explore a visually stunning byway? Meander along the magnificent Columbia River as it winds its way from Portland to The Dalles, Oregon to see what I mean. Go on a cruise or […]
Whidbey Island Sunset
For this week’s Photo Friday, here’s a sunset scene from Whidbey Island, WA to carry you into the weekend. Ahh . . . You can find more fun photos at Delicious Baby. Wander on! Nancy What’s your favorite sunset memory, Wanderboomers?
Mother’s Day Hike to Swamp Monster Trail
Okay, time to dust off those hiking boots and poles and start taking to the trails! Adventurous wanderboomers in the Pacific Northwest will find plenty of hiking trails on Tiger Mountain to satisfy a variety of skill levels. But if you’re looking for an easy first hike to launch your hiking season and a popular […]