Trips Just Beyond the Seattle Area: Washington, Bainbridge Island, and Beyond

If you’ve ever thought of taking a trip to the Pacific Northwest, you’ve come to the right place. It’s a stunning part of the United States with so much to see and do that you could keep yourself entertained for months on end without ever going to the same place twice. Because of that, no article could ever hope to contain absolutely everything, and so instead we’re going to take a look at just a few of our highlights. Here’s what we’d recommend checking out during your visit.

Go sailing

If you want to experience the Pacific during your trip to the Pacific Northwest, consider taking to the ocean. The sailing in this part of the United States is fun for active travelers, especially if you don’t mind getting a little wet while exploring Puget Sound.

If that’s too adventurous for you, another option is to go island hopping.

Take a cruise

Taking a cruise can be a lot of fun because it allows you to see the Pacific Northwest in style before moving on to another beautiful part of the world.

Just remember to pack some warm clothes if you’re planning on heading to Alaska.

Visit Portland

Portland is known for being a happening city with plenty going on, from live music and theatre to its culinary scene and its wide range of tourist attractions.

There’s so much going on in Portland that you can just rest assured that you won’t want to leave.

Climb Mt. Rainier

If you tend to prefer more active vacations, then it’s worth climbing Mt. Rainier, or at least taking one of its trails.

It’s a major local highlight, and you won’t find it too tricky to find a guide who can lead you. Just make sure that you take a guide, because at over 14,000 feet, Mt. Rainier isn’t to be underestimated.