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Take the 1.5-hour drive north of Portland to see this National Volcanic Monument and a blast zone in repair.

Discover a legendary music scene, technology feats and the art of coffee brewing in a city that has clearly moved on from its lumberjack beginnings and now simply shines.

The heart of this North American city is famous as the home of the original Starbucks, the lively Pike Place Market and breathtakingly beautiful surroundings.

Take the 1.5-hour drive north of Portland to see this National Volcanic Monument and a blast zone in repair.

Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.

Experience both dazzling metropolitan cities and breathtaking wildernesses in Puget Sound, one of the most spectacular parts of Washington state.

Hit the slopes in Washington’s largest ski area and admire the striking views of nearby Mount Rainier.

Experience both dazzling metropolitan cities and breathtaking wildernesses in Puget Sound, one of the most spectacular parts of Washington state.

Sip roasted coffee in buzzing shopping districts, amble through flowery gardens and experience the rich undercurrent of artisanship in this modern city.

One of Seattle’s most scenic neighborhoods, this district houses fascinating museums along the tree-lined banks of its beautiful lake.

Seattle’s birthplace and oldest neighborhood is set in the National Historic District overlooking Elliot Bay. 

From its location on Queen Anne Hill, this small park provides the perfect vantage point to admire Seattle’s Space Needle, skyline and Mount Rainier.

From its location on Queen Anne Hill, this small park provides the perfect vantage point to admire Seattle’s Space Needle, skyline and Mount Rainier.

A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.

Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.

Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.

Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.

Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.

A popular base for exploring the scenic Olympic Peninsula, this small town is also famous as the setting of the popular Twilight book series.