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50 Fabulous Things to Do in Washington State: Bucket List & Beyond!

by Stephanie Craig

Looking to tick off a few items on your Washington state bucket list? In my experience, the Evergreen State is a bit of an underrated destination. While everyone knows a few big Washington State must-dos, like downtown Seattle and Mount Rainier, there are truly unlimited things to see and do here. From Washington’s national parks … Read more

27 Essential Olympic National Park Travel Tips: Planning a Trip to Olympic National Park the Easy Way

by Stephanie Craig

If you’re looking for help planning a trip to Olympic National Park, you can use this ONP trip planner to ensure you have a magical park experience. From avoiding crowds to picking the perfect time to visit to selecting the right things to do, the tips in this Olympic National Park guide will make sure … Read more

17 Things to Know Before Driving Hurricane Ridge Road in Olympic National Park: Best Viewpoints + Travel Tips!

by Stephanie Craig

There are a few genuinely great scenic drives tucked away inside US national parks, and Hurricane Ridge Road is one of them. Here’s what you need to know to plan your drive on Hurricane Ridge Road and back, including amenities, the best viewpoints, and ideas for things to do! Good to Know: Hurricane Ridge Road … Read more

23 Perfect Things to Do in Port Gamble, Washington: Activities for History Lovers & Ghost Hunters!

by Stephanie Craig

Planning a getaway to Port Gamble, Washington? Whether you’re looking to spend a weekend here or stopping by for a day trip, there are so many fabulous things to do in Port Gamble for you to choose from! Here are the best Port Gamble activities and attractions plus travel tips from my travels to this … Read more

27 Blissful Things to Do in Poulsbo + Tips to Visit Poulsbo, Washington’s Little Norway on the Fjord

by Stephanie Craig

Are you planning a trip to Poulsbo and looking for the best things to do? This charming small town on Washington’s Kitsap Peninsula is famous for its natural beauty, Scandinavian heritage, and maritime culture. Today, when you visit Poulsbo, you’ll find a ton of history to explore, but that’s not all! You might be surprised … Read more

21 Things to Know Before Hiking Marymere Falls Trail in Olympic National Park, Washington

by Stephanie Craig

Planning to hike the Marymere Falls Trail during your trip to Olympic National Park? This beautiful waterfall is at the end of one of the great hikes near Lake Crescent, and it’s a perfect way to soak in the Pacific Northwest’s cool air and Old-Growth Forests. This post is a trip report from my own … Read more

17 Fabulous Things to Do in Palouse Falls State Park & Nearby + Tips for Visiting Palouse Falls

by Stephanie Craig

During my trip to Washington State, I got to visit a few Washington State parks, but Palouse Falls State Park took my breath away. Located on the Palouse River, visiting Palouse Falls was one of the major highlights of my trip. Here are my favorite things to do in Palouse Falls State Park, plus my … Read more

33 Perfect Things to Do on the Olympic Peninsula: Bucket List & Beyond!

by Stephanie Craig

Planning an Olympic Peninsula vacation, road trip, or weekend getaway? This area of Washington is blessed with an embarrassment of riches, so you can’t ever run out of Olympic Peninsula activities and fun! From a UNESCO World Heritage Site that doubles as a US National Park to famous filming locations to the lavender capital of … Read more

13 Things to Know Before Visiting Ludlow Falls in Port Ludlow & Hiking the Ludlow Falls Interpretive Trail

by Stephanie Craig

Ludlow Falls is an easy waterfall hike located in Port Ludlow, Washington. We ended our weekend on the Olympic Peninsula with a short visit to Ludlow Falls so we could enjoy the lush Pacific Northwest vegetation and cool waterfalls breezes one last time before we drove back to Seattle. Use this guide to plan your … Read more

The 17 National Parks in Washington State: How & Why to See Each One!

by Stephanie Craig

I’m obsessed with visiting US national parks, so when I got the chance to visit some of the national parks in Washington state last month – I jumped at the chance! This list is for anyone looking for a complete list of Washington national parks and National Parks Service sites. Below, I list all of … Read more

Hi, I’m Stephanie!

Travel Writer Stephanie Craig in Porto, Portugal. Photo by Luis in Porto for Flytographer
Photo by Luis in Porto for Flytographer

An amateur historian and travel enthusiast, I travel around the world full-time visiting historic sites: hidden chapels, Communist monuments, ancient cities, religious relics, national parks, or any place that is beautiful, interesting, or weird. READ MORE

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