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End of Season Blowout: $70 San Juan Island Whale Watching

August 27, 2010 in Day Trippers, Travel Deals, Whale Watching by Melissa | 1 comment

San Juan Islands Whale Watching SaleIt has been a magnificent season of San Juan Islands Whale Watching at Clipper Vacations filled with many great trips. For the months of July and August there have been 98% whale sightings, not to mention plenty of other sealife spotted including one hitchhiker! Unfortunately, San Juan Whale Watching season will soon come to an end along with the summer but it is not too late to go; Clipper Vacations is offering great end of season deals between now and September 26. A special rate of $70 (kids FREE!) and some special $55 days is available when you book online our San Juan Island Whale Watching Daytrips out of Seattle. Looking for a great overnight trip? San Juan Islands hotel packages with whale watching start at only $208pp/do.

Here are the details:

  • Catch the Clipper in dowtown Seattle at 7:45am and returns at approximately 7:15pm
  • Round-trip service to Friday Harbor via Victoria Clipper III and a 2.5 hour Whale Watching and Sealife Search
  • 98% whale sightings in July & August
  • Great viewing decks on the Clipper III
  • Expert naturalist onboard
  • 2.5 hours free time in Friday Harbor
  • Food and beverages available onboard
  • Complimentary San Juans Guidebook

To book online, please visit www.ClipperVacations.com.

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Whistler: A New Summer Favorite

July 29, 2010 in Northwest Destinations, Travel Deals, Travel Whistler, Uncategorized by Michelle | No comments

Whistler Village

Thanks to the 2010 Summer Olympics, Whistler, BC has been getting a lot of attention, but this picturesque mountain village has been a local favorite for many years. Though a lot of its popularity comes from the world-class skiing/snowboarding that can be found at Whistler-Blackcomb, summer getaways at Whistler are getting plenty of buzz. Plus, summer is “off-season” at Whistler, so you’ll find that there are good deals on packages that you won’t find during the prime “ski season” months.

Whistler Village is a small hamlet filled with great food, pubs and shopping. The mountains and lakes provide a spectacular backdrop to the alpine architecture, and, since Whistler Village is pedestrian only, you won’t need to worry about the hassle of traffic or parking. Take a stroll around the Village and you’ll find about 200 stores and 90 restaurants to satisfy all of your dining and shopping needs. My personal recommendations? Shop Whistler village in summer for deals on your ski and snow gear and don’t miss having a fondue dinner to complete the “alpine experience.”

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Need an idea to get out of town? Victoria’s Cheaper with the Clipper!

May 14, 2010 in Northwest Destinations, Travel Deals, Travel San Juan Islands, Travel Victoria, Victoria BC Hotels, Whale Watching by Vicki | No comments

Condé Nast Traveler voted Victoria, British Columbia, as one of the world’s top 10 cities to visit and it’s also located on Vancouver Island, voted the 2nd top island in North America. Pack your bags and go on board the Victoria Clipper!

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Victoria Summer Premiere Sale

April 28, 2010 in Clipper News, Promotions, Travel Deals, Travel Victoria, Victoria BC Hotels by Tassie | No comments

Victoria Summer Premiere Sale

Monday we launched our Victoria Summer Premiere Sale. It’s your opportunity to take advantage of summer travel at spring prices! Here’s the skinny:

Details: Book your Victoria, BC package by May 12 for travel April 27-June 30.

Package Inclusions:

  • 1 night accommodation in Victoria
  • Round trip Victoria Clipper cruise between Seattle and Victoria
  • All applicable taxes

Prices: From $109pp/do

Participating downtown Victoria hotels:

  • Best Western Carlton Plaza
  • Royal Scot
  • Executive House
  • Delta Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa

Tip: Extra nights are available and kids are FREE!*

Just remember this is only good for a limited time so don’t delay! Book online or call 1-800-888-2535.

*some restrictions apply

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5 Fun Free Seattle Spring Things

April 15, 2010 in Day Trippers, Local Happenings, Travel Deals by Melissa | No comments

After such a mild winter in Seattle this year, I almost didn’t notice that spring is in full swing except the days are getting longer and already the city is alive with vibrant tulips and fragrant cherry blossoms. When I am not stopping to smell the flowers these days, I am working on my spring “to do” list for Seattle. When it comes to having fun I am a big fan of bargains, and nothing adds to the fun like free!

Seattle Cheese Festival

Friends enjoying cheese samples at the Seattle Cheese Festival

Here is what is on my short list:

  1. Seattle Cheese Festival (May 15-16) – Held in the famed Pike Place Market, wander about The Cheese Concourse sampling artisanal cheeses from Washington and around the world. This will be my third year attending in a row!
  2. Free Sailboat Rides (every Sunday) – Seattle’s Center for Wooden Boats generously sponsors free boat rides on Lake Union. You can go year around but the warming weather makes me want to go now.
  3. The Ballard Locks – Beautiful botanical gardens, boats, and the fascinating fish ladder are all good reasons to visit this free spot any time of the year. In the spring, however, fish flumes are installed to allow young salmon to migrate from the fresh water to the Puget Sound and you can watch them as they pop through.  Locks cruises are also available for purchase.
    4. Seattle Sculpture Park

    The Olympic Sculpture Park boasts a beautiful view of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. You can walk or ride your bike along its waterfront trail.

  4. Olympic Sculpture Park – Along the waterfront and next door to Victoria Clipper docks at Pier 69 is nine-acres of free art including the iconic Eagle by Alexander Calder. My favorite piece to visit, Neukom Vivarium by Mark Dion, is a sixty-foot-long “nurse log” in a custom designed green house. Both educational and beautiful, the Vivarium is always changing and will bursting with life in these warmer months.
  5. Central Library Tour – In case of the inevitable April shower, duck into the stunning and contemporary Central Library in downtown Seattle for a free guided architectural tour of the eleven-story building designed by Rem Koolhaas and Joshua Ramus. If you happen to miss the tour group, download the self-guided tour and explore the “Mixing Chamber” and “Books Spiral” for yourself.

What is on your Spring “to-do” list this year?

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