The ultimate weekend getaway has just a few key elements: exciting outdoor activities, fantastic food and beautiful landscapes. Ideally, add places to drink while taking in those beautiful landscapes! It’s no secret that I’ve loved living in Anacortes. I also think it’s one of the best weekend getaway destinations in Washington. Even more so in the […]
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A postcard from Tulip Town, Skagit Valley
Spring time means so many wonderful things: sunshine, longer days and a return to alfresco drinking opportunities. But here in Skagit Valley Washington it means tulips. Last year I confessed to being a total flower geek, which was a new revelation upon seeing these beautiful fields of flowers for the first time. The Skagit Valley Tulip […]
Expat Escapades April 2017
The countdown for returning to Australia is officially on. As I write this, Tom and I have just under six weeks before we board our flight from Seattle, bound for home. It’s equal parts upsetting and exciting, and for the past few months I’ve been bouncing back and forwards between the two emotions like a […]
8 ways to travel when you’re not actually travelling
One of the true perils of being a travel addict: how to cope when the supply runs dry and you’re back at home. To be totally honest, despite blogging about travel I don’t have a strong desire to be a full time traveller. I love balancing a life full of travel adventures with my ‘real’ life. […]
The Ultimate Weekend Guide to La Conner: a small town with flower power
Each spring, Washington’s Skagit Valley bursts into life. The snow subsides and sunshine beats down on the lowlands. The grey skies finally turn blue and muddy fields become painted in colours of yellow, pink, red and orange as daffodils and tulips bloom as far as the eye can see. The region’s unique spring colours and […]
8 sweet spring weekend escapes in Washington State
Now is the perfect time for spring weekend escapes in Washington State. The days are getting warmer and longer, but many destinations are yet to see the busy crowds of summer break. One thing is for certain, spring is a beautiful time to explore. Winter worshippers will find there are still plenty of ski adventures to […]