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Washington

Plan an urban adventure in Seattle or Tacoma, enjoy the scenic wonders of the San Juan Islands, explore one of Washington's state parks, or savor the good life in eastern Washington wine country.

A child rests on a ski slope in Park City, Utah.

6 Great Cities to Visit in Winter

These destinations are perfect for this time of year.
highway 1 running alongside a beach near Half Moon Bay, California

Scenic Coastal Drives from Destination Cities

Leave the city behind for a day of natural beauty and scenic splendor.
double brie burger with fries at Little Bird Bistro in Portland, Oregon.

Best Burgers in the West

From diner delights to gourmet stacks, these beloved burgers are worth the drive.
The Eagle in the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle, Washington

Free Things to Do Throughout the West

Experience your favorite cities without busting your budget.
Platter of tacos with salsa at Tacolicious in California

Top Tacos in the West

When your taco craving strikes, satisfy with one of these best bites.
Oakland Zoo's Sky Ride stretches over the Oakland hills.

7 Aerial Tram Rides in the West

These aerial gondolas and trams offer a new perspective on destinations in the West.
Hawthorne Bridge crossing the Willamette River into downtown Portland at night, picture

Best City for Visitors: Portland or Seattle?

A lover of both Pacific Northwest cities sets out to find the essence of each.
A canoe sits on the shore in Olympia, Washington.

Weekend Getaway in Olympia, Washington

The capital city welcomes winter with peak seafood and walks along Puget Sound.
Kids ride their bikes on the paved Discovery Trail in Long Beach, Washington.

Weekend Getaway in Long Beach, WA

Explore long stretches of gorgeous beach and fresh local shellfish on this sandy spit.
McWay Falls in Big Sur, California in fall at sunset, image

7 Beautiful Coastal Hikes in the West

Explore the coast on foot with these memorable hikes.
solo hiker takes in the panoramic view of Mount Rainier from Pinnacle Peak Trail in Washington

Volcanoes of the West

Experience these majestic marvels and the charming towns that surround them.
a selection of poke bowls from Paddles Up Poké in Boise

Top Places for Poke

The Hawaiian classic has taken the mainland by storm.
St. Patricks Day parade in Butte, MT

Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

If corned beef isn’t your jam, the West delivers other ways to enjoy St. Paddy’s Day fun.
fireplace at the historic Timberline Lodge on Mount Hood, Oregon

Fabulous Fireplaces in the West

Whether you're reading, chatting, or warming up, there's something delightful about a fireplace.
picture of the Cajun Crawl Combo with mussels, corn, potatoes, crawfish, and shrimp at alaMar in Oakland.

5 Eateries to Celebrate Black History Month

For Black History Month—and all year long—dig into these popular restaurants in the West.
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