Fun Fall Excursions in the Southern Willamette Valley
The Willamette Valley is a lush 150-mile long valley in the heart of Oregon from Portland down to Cottage Grove. With fall foliage just nearing its peak and harvest season in full swing, now is a great time to visit for…
My Top 10 Things to do in Seattle With Kids
Although I’ve lived and traveled elsewhere, Seattle remains one of my favorite cities to explore with and without my kids, because it is a manageable size while still offering top-notch cuisine and culture. These are a few of my favorite…
Glamping in a Historic One-Room Schoolhouse on Whidbey Island
The pandemic has caused many families to think creatively about how to gather and vacation safely this summer. After five months close to home, exploring new trails in our community and even taking on a COVID-19 camping trip, we simply had to head…
COVID-19 Camping in the Pacific Northwest: Planning and Safety Tips
One by one, I reluctantly cancelled all our trips this summer, from a coastal resort weekend to a San Francisco road trip to a flight to Southeast Alaska. There was one that I kept on the calendar, though, a car camping trip in…
Favorite Whidbey Island Excursions in a Day or Longer Stay
Charming Whidbey Island is located just a short drive from Seattle in the Puget Sound, and it makes a wonderful day trip or longer getaway for the entire family. With miles of public beaches, bucolic farm and forest land, and…
It’s Berry Season, and Most Farms Are Still Open
Here in the Northwest, we have the perfect climate for growing a variety of berries, which begin to ripen as early as May with the first strawberries. Growing your own berries, visiting a U-pick farm, and foraging for wild berries are…
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As a child, I grew up on an island in Puget Sound, where I spent most of my time mucking around in swamps and playing in the forest. Oblivious to how lucky I was to grow up there, I spent a lot of time dreaming about seeing the bigger world, which I did. From living in several big cities, to traveling the world, my perspective broadened. Yet, my loyalty to the Northwest never changed, and when my daughter was born, I knew I had to get back West. From staggering mountains to jaw-dropping coastlines to glittering cities, we have everything here, so let’s get out there and explore. @tournesoladventures
