Washington resorts ranked in 2025 ‘Best in the West’ awards
Four Washington resorts earned top spots on Travel + Leisure’s 2025 list of the Best Resorts in the Western United States, part of the magazine’s annual World’s Best Awards. From mountain lodges surrounded by evergreens to riverside sanctuaries steeped in comfort, these Washington resorts impressed travelers with natural beauty and unforgettable stays. Nearly 180,000 readers participated in the travel […]
These 3 Washington businesses are ‘worth the drive,’ new survey says
Several beloved Washington small businesses were recognized as places people would gladly drive more than an hour to visit. According to a new Devoted Drives survey from Advance Funds Network, Washington is home to some of the most visited and most loved small businesses in the country. The nationwide survey of more than 3,000 respondents asked one […]
These Pacific Northwest college campuses were named among the most beautiful in America
For students searching for the right college, academics may not be the only thing to consider. A beautiful campus can make the college experience even more memorable, offering inspiring places to learn, connect, and enjoy everyday life. Travel + Leisure Magazine recently released its list of The 30 Most Beautiful College Campuses Across the United States, […]
Conservation groups sue Trump administration over endangered species protections
Conservation organizations across the United States are suing the Trump administration over changes they say could make it harder to protect endangered wildlife and the places those animals depend on to survive. The lawsuit targets a new federal rule that no longer considers damage to wildlife habitat to be the same as doing “harm” to […]
Salt & Straw celebrates National Ice Cream Day with weeklong sundae special
Salt & Straw is giving ice cream lovers another reason to stop by this July. The Portland-based ice cream company is celebrating National Ice Cream Day with a weeklong promotion featuring a new Build Your Own Pint Sundae. Available July 17-23, the $15 treat lets customers choose three scoops of their favorite flavors served in […]
Two missing hikers found dead in remote Whatcom County
Authorities have recovered the bodies of two hikers who went missing in separate incidents in Whatcom County in June, bringing weeks of search efforts in the Mount Baker region to a close. The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that 34-year-old Gursimran Singh of British Columbia was recovered July 13 in the Twin Sisters Range. Two […]
National Geographic names Olympic National Park one of the best U.S. national parks to experience after dark
Olympic National Park was included on a new National Geographic list highlighting some of the best national parks in the U.S. to experience after dark. The magazine recently rounded up destinations where visitors could swap daytime crowds for stargazing, wildlife viewing and nighttime hikes. The list included national parks across the country known for unique […]
Gray whale deaths along PNW Coast prompt ‘Catastrophic Mortality Event’
Gray whale deaths along the west coast have reached alarming numbers, prompting researchers to declare a catastrophic mortality event. Researchers with the environmental organization Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility, or PEER, say that gray whales are suffering a “catastrophic mortality event,” citing rapidly rising strandings and population declines. At least 145 gray whales have been […]
See 10 Washington summer festivals to add to your calendar
Summer festival season has arrived across Washington, bringing a full calendar of events celebrating music, food, agriculture, local traditions, and outdoor recreation. From seafood festivals along the waterfront in Seattle to lavender celebrations on the Olympic Peninsula, communities across the state are welcoming visitors with annual events that highlight what makes each region unique. Travelers […]
Washington to give away pieces of the beloved Bellingham Rock
For decades, the Bellingham Rock greeted drivers along Interstate 5 and served as a community canvas for messages, celebrations, and colorful artwork. Although the iconic roadside landmark was removed earlier this year during a fish passage project, Washington residents will soon have the chance to take home a small piece of its history. The Washington […]