Posts Tagged ‘Seattle’

Free Museums in Seattle & Tacoma

The Seattle-Tacoma region has quite the collection of family-friendly museums. You’ll find art, music, aerospace, glass and history museums, along with museums that focus on Asian, African-American and Scandinavian culture. Engaging exhibits and hands-on display areas are perfect for kids. And...

April 13th, 2010 | Seattle | Read More

Seattle Spotlight: Pacific Science Center

“The dinosaurs! The dinosaurs!” That’s what my 4-year-old son demands, when I ask where he wants to go at the Pacific Science Center. And it’s true – dinos are the big draw at this six-acre science playground, only a Monorail-ride away from downtown Seattle. In the “Dinosaurs: A Journey...

April 6th, 2010 | Contests & Giveaways, Seattle | Read More

Four Family-Friendly Markets in the NW & BC

We have markets by the bushelful here in Casadia and traveling families are always welcome. Bring the kids, $30 and a sense of adventure to these farmers’ markets. It’s a cheap vacation solution and a memorable excursion, all rolled into one afternoon. Here are my favorite four markets —...

March 18th, 2010 | Portland, Seattle, Vancouver, Victoria | Read More

Dine Around Seattle Sets the Table for Families

During the month of March, Sundays through Thursdays, many travelers and locals take advantage of “Dine Around Seattle.” Frugal foodies can choose from an appetizer, dinner and dessert at some of Seattle’s best restaurants – all for $30. Some restaurants also offer lunch, and the price drops...

March 2nd, 2010 | News and Updates | Read More

The Best Kids’ Bookstores in Cascadia

Cascadia is one of the most-literate regions in North America. Don’t just take my word for it – check out where Seattle and Portland rank on “America’s Most Literate Cities” — number one and number six, respectively. Arts groups in Vancouver are working on getting the city designated...

February 24th, 2010 | Portland, Seattle, Vancouver, Victoria | Read More