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February 25th, 2008 by jamie a
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While you’re in Seattle, why not check out some of the area’s amazing ski resorts?
For a quick guide to the area’s best offerings, Seattle.net has put together a for your convenience.
From Mt. Baker, the record holder for the most snow annually, to Crystal Mountain with the most ski-able terrain and the longest vertical drop in the state of Washington, there’s fabulous skiing for all levels.
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February 13th, 2008 by jamie a
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From February 20-24, the Seattle Convention Center will be hosting the .
This world-class event was started 20 years ago and has become a haven for professional as well as amateur gardeners to get together and share ideas. There’s thousands of flowers, six acres of gardens, free seminars for people of all gardening levels, as well as great shopping!
Here’s some from this year’s festival, as well as for children, and . are required, so get yours today!
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February 7th, 2008 by jamie a
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If you’re looking for something special when booking a hotel in Seattle, look no further than . This hotel specializes in offering .
There’s fun packages like “Live Like a Local!” and “Red Rover Red Rover,” where your pet is treated like a real guest! If you’re in the mood for romance, there’s packages for straight and gay couples alike, as well as a “Oh, Get a Room!” packages that includes a game of Twister and a rose petal turndown.
Whatever your reason for visiting Seattle, Hotel Max has the accommodations to make every traveler feel special.
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January 7th, 2008 by susan j
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Attention, jazz lovers! Add January 17-20 to your calendars, because Seattle’s Experience Music Project (EMP) is celebrating America’s jazz legacy with , a series of concerts by some of jazz music’s biggest name musicians.
Jazz in January performers include Jerry Gonzalez and the Fort Apache Band, Esperanza Spalding, Michael Shrieve, the Jovino Santos Neto Quinteto, Joe Santiago Afro-Cuban Jazz Ensemble, JazzReach, the Roosevelt and Garfield High School jazz bands, jazz film historian Mark Cantor, and others. Since the EMP is in the midst of American Sabor, an exhibit about Latin jazz, many of the performances will explore this genre of jazz music.
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December 17th, 2007 by jamie a
Selection at Remedy Teas
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While you’re traveling, it’s sometimes hard to find ways to stay connected. In the Emerald City, there’s a wide assortment of places on that provide free wi-fi to their customers, helping you get some work done and experience the city at the same time!
As far as hotels go, you can choose from the , the , or the .
To gear up for your day ahead with a great cup of coffee, check out , which features to admire while you sip or in the , which also serves delicious coffee and features even more to check out! There’s also for homemade waffles or soup and sandwiches for lunch, and if you’d like to relax at a tea bar with over 150 organic artisan tea choices while you nibble on some snacks.
For a hearty breakfast or breakfast foods all day long, check out the . They serve everything from strawberry and banana crepes to Dungeness Crab meat Benedict.
If grabbing a brew while you study is more your style, there’s which proudly serves the best imported beer selections from Germany, all served in their appropriate glassware. If you’re hungry, they also serve traditional German fare like Sauerkraut and Bavarian-style pretzels with German mustard. At , Seattle’s original brew pub, enjoy their award-winning homemade beer with 12 on tap every night in a laid-back pub setting.
If you have any more favorite wi-fi hotspots to share with us, just leave a comment! We’d love to hear from you.
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November 26th, 2007 by shannon b
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On occasion, we bloggers over here at Smart Destinations have a chance to step away from our desks and enjoy the cities and attractions we’re so happily sharing with our customers. Back in early October, I packed my ancient, olive green bags (with the questionable zippers), grabbed my travel-illiterate boyfriend Russ, and jetted off to spend 5 fun-filled days in the Pacific Northwest (for less than $600).
The Hotel
If you’re traveling on a budget (as I always am), I recommend grabbing a room at the impossibly hip in Seattle. Not only will you be nestled in the heart of Belltown, where the mod, artistic types roam, but this quirky, minimalist hotel is only a few short blocks to Seattle Center and just around the corner from tons of free galleries and yummy dining. Plus, if you’re budgeting the Ace Hotel not only provides reduced parking 2 blocks away and an included continental breakfast featuring granola, toast, and coffee, but it’s set up to be ridiculously affordable.
For $99 (split between us) we got a comfortable bed, earplugs (since Belltown can be loud at night) and enough free magazines to keep Russ busy while I got ready in the morning. The only catch? In exchange for the $99 deal, you must have a shared bath, but I assure you it’s practically a steal. The showers are A.) Super Clean B.) Always Available. C.) There is a Sink and Mirror in your room as well.
But, in the off chance you don’t play nicely with others—you can always pay $75 more for a Delux room complete with a private bath. (more…)
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November 19th, 2007 by merrill j
Volunteers, Christmas 2006
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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I thought I’d share a family that we’ve started in recent years. We volunteer to serve others before we serve ourselves on Thanksgiving. Whether we’re volunteering to serve dinner at a shelter or delivering meals to those in need, we find it personally gratifying to serve those who are having particularly difficult times. I’d like to encourage readers to please consider volunteering for one of your community organizations. The local and are two good organizations. Local churches in your communities ususally also have holiday meal programs. From our family to yours, have a happy Thanksgiving!
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November 14th, 2007 by merrill j
Fall in Seattle
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Crisp apples, stunning sunsets, and spectacular fall foliage make Seattle the ideal destination for a fall getaway. Whether you rent a cabin on the beach, tour the city, or take a ride through the North Cascades, the Puget Sound area offers memorable views and outdoor activities. Don’t be discouraged by the “rain” rumors and discover what us locals have known for years — our city and its surrounding offer the hippest experience and most pristine beauty in all of the great Northwest.
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October 4th, 2007 by susan j
If you’re planning a trip to Seattle, then you’ve come to the right place. From The Space Needle® to Safeco Field, we plan to pack this blog with tons of tips, tidbits, and other travel planning resources to help you see and do everything Seattle has to offer. and check back for updates on restaurants, tours, attractions, and more!
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