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Alki Beach in Seattle on a sunny day. (Photo by Joe Mabel) via Wikimedia Commons
Seattle is having beautiful spring-like weather this week and the sun and warmer temperatures are making me excited for some great spring events coming up in Victoria, Seattle, Vancouver and Portland. Here is my round-up of some spring things to do in the Pacific Northwest:
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The thing with Valentine’s Day is that everyone has their own idea of romance and the way we like to celebrate is very different from couple to couple. What doesn’t vary is that we all like to feel appreciated by our spouse, partner, boyfriend, girlfriend, or significant other and there are many ways to show that you care. To add a little extra special touch this year, surprise them with a getaway that really reflects who they are, what they love and that thing they just wouldn’t splurge on for themselves. With travel, whether it is just a daytrip or a weekend getaway, you also get the added bonus of some extra quality time together. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Northwest Vacations, Romance Packages, Romantic Getaways, Seattle Vacation Packages, Spa Packages, Valentine's Day Getaways, Velentine's Day Gift Guide, Victoria BC Hotels, Victoria BC Spas, Victoria Vacation Packages, Victoria Valentine's Day, Wine and Chocolate Festival, Yakima Valley Wine Tours
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Tucked away on the community boundary of Fairfield and Oak Bay is garden with a story as amazing as its legendary rhododendrons.
The story is of the Princess Peggy and Prince Nicolas Abkhazi, their incredible lives had twists and turns and with the preservation of their garden by The Land Conservancy their love is eternally on display for the public to enjoy. Read the rest of this entry »
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Chinese New Year celebration in Seattle's Chinatown International District. Joe Mabel/Flickr Creative Commons
The Year of the Dragon begins January 23, 2012 and the Pacific Northwest is ready to celebrate! Chinese New Year celebrates the new lunar year, which is based off of the cycles of the moon. Most Chinese New Year celebrations in Western culture feature lion and dragon dances and parades as well as lantern festivals. The celebration is 15 days long, this year from January 23-February 6 and throughout the Pacific Northwest, public events will be taking place to celebrate the start of the Year of the Dragon! Read the rest of this entry »
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Photo courtesy of the Victoria Tea Festival
Are you a tea drinker? Have you always wanted to try a different tea than your usual variety but didn’t want to pay for a whole box to find out? Have you been hearing about the health benefits of tea and want to learn more? The Victoria Tea Festival is North America’s Largest Tea Exhibition, happening February 18 & 19 at the Crystal Gardens. Over 40 exhibitors will be there with samples of tea and every tea product imaginable. A 2-day pass is only $20 with proceeds going to Camosun College Child Care Services. Read the rest of this entry »
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When my husband and I learned that our friends Cristel and Steve had never been to Afternoon Tea, we knew what we had to do; we booked Afternoon Tea at Victoria’s Fairmont Empress during the Festival of Trees. We, (mostly my husband) also lacked Christmas spirit – Bah Hum Bug! – But I knew we could find some there.
So, last week we boarded the Victoria Clipper at 8:00 am on a frigid Seattle morning. We had coffee and bagels onboard, played cards and laughed all the way to Victoria. Once we arrived we took a walk around the Parliament Building which, in addition to its customary white lights, has festive red and green Christmas lights for the holidays. Though it was cold, it was a beautiful day. No rain and a glimpse or two of blue sky. White horse carriages with Christmas wreaths on the sides clip-clopped along the streets and the Victorian Street lamps were adorned with bells and holly. Read the rest of this entry »
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James Bay Tea Room in Victoria, BC
In the spirit of this holiday season’s “Small Business Saturday” sponsored by American Express, if traveling to Victoria, BC, keep in mind there are numerous tea houses owned and operated by small business owners.
Though afternoon tea at Victoria’s Empress Hotel is one of my favorite things, I always make certain to support the smaller local tea houses of Victoria, BC as well. Sometimes in doing so, I find surprises like the James Bay Tea Room. Read the rest of this entry »
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Mark Runyan (www.Broadway.me) via flickr creative commons
How often do you get a chance to see a Broadway play in Victoria, BC? Since New York City is so far away, probably not very often, but if you like musicals, musical theater or are a fan of ABBA music or the television show Glee and want to see the action for yourself, I have good news for you: Mamma Mia! is coming to the Royal Theatre next summer on their North American Tour! The show is very limited with only 8 performances and is expected to sell out as soon as next month, so get your tickets soon! Read the rest of this entry »
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Pink Room at the Willow Stream Spa at the Fairmont Empress
When we arrived in Victoria on Sunday, October 9th the sun-splashed city was buzzing with activity. As we circled the crimson-leaf-covered Fairmont Empress Hotel trying to park and check in, we were besieged by runners, walkers, wheelchair marathoners, and throngs of children, all converging on the busy downtown harbor for the annual Goodlife Fitness Victoria Marathon.
White peaked tents, and stages with radio and tv stations were set up in front of the parliament Building as thousands of runners made their way to the finish line. Over the loud speakers I heard the runner’s names and cities announced and was surprised to hear there were so many marathon participants from our own neighborhood Bothell, then Seattle, Kirkland, Redmond, Auburn, Everett and so on. Read the rest of this entry »
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Your favorite Northwest cities are at their most glamorous during the Holiday Season when they start to spruce themselves up in twinkling lights and gleaming tinsel. They also start to roll out the best shopping of the year and some of their best festivities. Take advantage of the great Holiday travel at amazing prices and treat yourself to getaway or surprise someone you REALLY like.
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