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An Afternoon Drive in Iowa

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt

It’s become a tradition for John and I to return to his hometown in Iowa to ring in the new year. During our winter visits, we usually do our first photowalk of the year, sliding around the ice-covered streets and crunching through knee-deep snow. Winter 2009-2010 in Iowa When we arrived this time around, we […]

Top Travel Experiences of 2011

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

As 2011 winds down, I have decided to do my annual “year in review” posts. While it’s tough to select the best moments (that I have blogged) over the last year, this week I’ll profile the following categories: Travel, Food, Music, and Entertainment. Travel A highlight for the blog in 2011 was partnering with Backyard […]

Amtrak Train to Seattle from Vancouver

Comments 13 by Rebecca Bollwitt
Disclosure: Review — I was not paid to write this post. Amtrak Cascades did not provide a complimentary trip. My train tickets were covered by the Fairmont Olympic in Seattle. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

For years I’ve been hearing about how wonderful the train trip is from Vancouver to Seattle. 4 hours straight across the border, coastline the majority of the way, free WiFi, and no worries. I experienced the journey myself just a few days ago and aside from the early departure and a few delays with the […]

Holiday Tea at Fairmont Olympic Seattle

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt
Disclosure: Review — I was not paid to write this post. My Holiday Tea was compliments of the Fairmont Olympic. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

Afternoon tea at the Fairmont is a tradition in many cities along the coast. You can sit in a regal tea room at the Empress in Victoria, enjoy scones before your flight at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport, and I’ve recent experienced a special holiday treat at the Fairmont Olympic in Seattle. Holiday Tea is hosted […]

The Maxwell Hotel Seattle

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt
Disclosure: Review — I was not paid to write this post nor was I obligated to write a review. My stay was compliments of Pineapple Hospitality. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

With a strong Canadian dollar, despite long waits at the border, Vancouverites love to spend time south of the border. Shopping at outlet malls, professional sports games, hitting the slopes, and more shopping are main draws between the two rainy Pacific Northwest cities. Over the last few years, John and I have enjoyed Seattle together, […]