Des Moines, WA Local Area Information

If you are in the unfortunate position of having only one day in Seattle there are a few things you must see while you're here and a few restauraunts you should definitely not miss. read more about One Day Wander (read more - PDF guide)

There is nothing better than good food and spectacular scenery. Make your vacation memorable by enjoying the best food Seattle ha* to offer and then making your own culinary creations in the San Juan Islands! Eating local in Seattle is a food lover’s dream, all the best restaurants have caught on to the concept that local, sea*onally appropriate food not only ta*tes better but also ha* the add... (read more - PDF guide)

If you can only make it into town for the weekend there are a few things you should definitely see. Start out with Pike Place Market, stop by the Seattle Art Museum and then hıt the local music scene. Brunch is essential for the morning after then head up to Capital hill for some great views of the city, some shopping, the A*ian Art Museum and a walk in the park. read more about Two Days in Sea... (read more - PDF guide)

Eating local in Seattle is a food lover’s dream, all the best restaurants have caught on to the concept that local, sea*onally appropriate food not only ta*tes better but also ha* the added benefit of supporting local farmers, fisherman, ranchers and foragers and this provides the additional benefit of creating a local economy that supports the preservation of farmlands, healthy forests and clea... (read more - PDF guide)

The San Juan Islands are geologically distinct from the rest of the region and its climate is drier and sunnier so a* a result the landscape looks like little chunks of Northern California slipping out of the deep blue channels and sparkling bays. The southwest sides of the Islands are much hotter and drier than the north ea*t slopes and a* you pa** through the Islands on the ferry you can snap s... (read more - PDF guide)

Three days of outdoor fun and educational outings for your wee ones chock full of fabulous activities and kid friendly restaraunts. read more about Kids outings in Seattle (read more - PDF guide)

Take a tour of the most spectacular parks and wilderness area* on the continent! There are four main options for getting a chance to see the beautiful mountains, rivers and forests in the Northwest and you should decide ba*ed on what interests you most and how hard you want to work to get there. If you love beaches and forests, the Pacific Coa*t and the Olympic National Park are your best bet. I... (read more - PDF guide)

If you really want to see the best of what Seattle ha* to offer without submitting yourself to guided tours or wa*ting time in area* that look exactly like every other big city in America, this is the trip for you. read more about Seven days in Seattle (read more - PDF guide)

Seattle rocks a killer happy hour scene – and what better neighborhood to scour between 4pm and 6pm than the one with more restaurants per square foot than any other? From beer to martinis, enchiladas to sushi, this guide has all the places you need to know about for great drinks and grub at happy hour prices. read more about Belltown Happy Hour Guide (read more - PDF guide)

Seattle is well-known for its many cafes and fine espresso, but it seems as if every coffeehouse you stumble upon is next to a bookshop. Whether your passion is poetry, thrillers or rare and out-of-print editions of classic works, you'll find what you want and more with this guide to the pages of downtown Seattle and Pioneer Square. read more about A Book Lover's Guide to Downtown Seattle (read more - PDF guide)