The Earthbox Inn & Spa in Friday Harbor describes its vibe as "motor inn chic," and it fits. The decor mixes lots of soothing neutrals and light wood tones, and families will appreciate the Sea Place ...

Designer Chad Dorsey and builder Kurt Bielawski fell in love with Washington state’s San Juan Island more than 20 years ago, in awe of the archipelago’s natural beauty. They lovingly established a ...

FRIDAY HARBOR, Wash. — Suddenly, the orcas are everywhere. Their telltale fins pop up all about us—a pod of at least dozen. Our whale-watching boat, the Sea Lion, is one of a handful nearing them at a ...

Find more great road trips in the Discover Washington series. There’s an ethereal, magical beauty about visiting Washington’s islands in winter. The summer’s tourists have long gone as you drive to ...

Scattered across the Salish Sea off the coast of Washington lay the stunning San Juan Islands, an enchanting archipelago comprising 172 islands. Teeming with 300 miles of coastline, majestic woodlands ...

Some of the most revered islands in the United States are home to national parks, picturesque coastlines, and orca feeding grounds, according to a new report. Travel + Leisure magazine surveyed its ...

Best kayaking in the San Juan Islands of Washington. Kayak tours and best places to launch in the San Juans, including kayaking with orcas and bioluminescence near Seattle. The post Kayaking San Juan ...

Here are some of the things readers say about why they love Washington's San Juan Islands: ----- We love, love, loved our Sea Quest 3-day Camp & Kayak Adventure to Stuart Island from San Juan Island.

WHERE: San Juan Island, Washington’s bucolic getaway, a few hours’ drive and a ferry ride from downtown Seattle. WHY: 15th annual San Juan Island Lavender Festival & Summer Arts Fair at Pelindaba ...