I did not expect the Museum of Pop Culture (or MoPop as its popularly called) as engaging as it was. But after spending a few hours at this quirky museum I understand why everyone has it on their must-do list for Seattle. You can play video games, see music videos from famous Seattle musicians, view…
Imagine stepping into a world of whimsy, a world of color, a world of spectacular immersive art. That is what you are stepping into when you visit the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum in Seattle. For us the Chihuly was an add on. We bought the City Pass tickets to see other major attractions. I…
The Space Needle is the most recognizable and iconic part of the Seattle Skyline. Made for the world’s fair in 1962, no one imagined it would become the architectural wonder that it is today. Even my kids, who had never heard much about Seattle, knew of the Space Needle, and wanted to go to the…
In 1897 a ship filled with gold and elated miners landed in Seattle telling people of the riches to be made in Alaska. While you no longer find gold at Pier 57, you will find happy tourists and families enjoying great food and fun as they learn about the Gold Rush. Miners Landing has transformed…
When exploring a new city, I love to get out on a tour right at the beginning of the trip. A tour by foot, by bus, or by any other transit, getting an overview of the city’s history, neighborhoods, and spirit helps set the stage for your trip, and helps me decide what I want…
Pike Place Market is the #1 visited site in Seattle and one of the most visited sites in the world. But it’s not a monument, it’s not a museum, it’s not even a cultural site. It’s a public market, built in 1907. Overlooking the Elliott Bay, it’s a place where you can shop for fresh…
We had miles. We had a companion pass and credit that was expiring. We had a random four-day weekend in October. And we had a desire to take a trip and visit a new place. Being West Coast based, we decided to head up to Seattle, Washington and check out the fun town known for…
Every December I like to reflect on the year and write a blog post wrapping up the year. After two rough years I entered 2021 with something I have never done before: no goals and no expectations. I did not have any travel plans set in stone. I did not set any measurable goals for the blog, my career, or my life. I wanted a reset year. I wanted a year where I could just be; rest, relax, and recharge. It turns out that was exactly what I needed. 2021 was the year I saw an immense amount of growth, both personally and professionally.