Ontdek Washington & Oregon

About the destination: Seattle is a major coastal seaport and the seat of King County, in the state of Washington. Seattle lies on seven hills including Capitol Hill, First Hill, West Seattle, Beacon Hill, Magnolia, Denny Hill and Queen Anne. The Kitsap and the Olympic peninsulas along with the Olympic Mountains lie to the west of Puget Sound, while the Cascade Range and Lake Sammamish lie to the east of Lake Washington. An iconic feature of Seattle's skyline is the Space Needle. The view from the top is stunning with a revolving restaurant, undoubtedly Seattle's most famous landmark. Mount Rainier, towering over Seattle, is 50 miles from the city. There's a national park with camping and hiking activities. One of Seattle's most popular attractions is Pike Place Market. The farmer's market is over 100 years old and still maintains local flavour. The Seattle Aquarium showcases a wide variety of colourful marine species. To relive Seattle's history visit the city's oldest neighbourhood around Pioneer Square. Moreover, it's packed with exciting night clubs, restaurants and galleries. Seattle is one of the beautiful cities of the Pacific Northwest. Eclectic, urban, outdoorsy, artsy, gritty and down-to-earth, this vibrant city is well worth a visit.

About the destination: Port Angeles is a city in and the county seat of Clallam County, Washington, United States. With a population of 19,038 as of the 2010 census, it is the largest city in the county. The population was estimated at 20,076 in 2018 by the Office of Financial Management. The City's harbor was dubbed Puerto de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles (Port of Our Lady of the Angels) by Spanish explorer Francisco de Eliza in 1791. By the mid-19th century, after settlement by English speakers from the United States, the name was shortened and partially anglicized to its current form, Port Angeles Harbor. Port Angeles is home to Peninsula College. It is the birthplace of football hall of famer John Elway and residents include writers and artists. The city is served by William R. Fairchild International Airport. Ferry service is provided across the Strait of Juan de Fuca to Victoria, British Columbia, Canada on the MV Coho.

About the destination: Olympia is a city where everyone can find something to love. It's a city fueled by government activity, but where people enjoy the outdoors during its mild winters and warm summers. Splashed throughout the city, hiking and biking trails wander through the evergreen forests and lead to saltwater beaches. We might be small as far a cities go, but we have plenty of activities for every interest. With a rich history, vibrant culture, modern ammenities, and a beautiful setting on the Puget sound, Olympia is a great place to visit for work or play. Numerous unique restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues are conveniently located in Olympia’s historic downtown, just north of the State’s Capitol Campus. The Olympia Downtown Association provides more information at DowntownOlympia.com external link. The FREE Dash Shuttle, operated by Intercity Transit, runs on 12 and 15 minute schedules from the Capitol to downtown, Monday through Saturday. Get DASH information and other bus schedules at IntercityTransit.com The Olympia|Lacey|Tumwater Vistor Convention Bureau provides information about attractions and events, as well as dining, lodging and transportation services in the greater Thurston County area at VisitOlympia.com

About the destination: Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape. An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.A., spawning five major rivers. Subalpine wildflower meadows ring the icy volcano while ancient forest cloaks Mount Rainier’s lower slopes. Wildlife abounds in the park’s ecosystems. A lifetime of discovery awaits.

About the destination: Yakima is the headquarters of Yakima's County and is placed in the center of the American state of Washington. The city is known for being placed in the "Yakima Valley", which is zone known for being one of the major producers of apples and hop of the whole world. In addition the city is also very known also by the wine and his more than 100 warehouses. In Yakima you will be able to enjoy 300 days of sunlight, in addition you will be able to visit the wonderful farms and explore his vineyards such as Gilbert Cellars or the Portteus Vineyards and see how they elaborate the wine. Enjoy in family in the relaxing walks along the field such as the Yakima Greenway's park and observe the captivation of his re-revitalized centers. The culture and art lovers will also be able to enjoy visiting museums such as the Yakima Valley museum. In general Yakima it’s a very calm and hospitable city and perfect to visit in family or in couple too.

About the destination: Hood River is a city located in Oregon (United States). It takes the name from the river close to where it is settled. Hood River is a place full of life and culture, specially art in all of its expressions. Due to all of this influence, you can find many cultural festivals and fairs. Among those, the most famous and well-known is the Harvest Fair, considered one of the best in the United States.

About the destination: The city of Bend is the seat of the Deschutes County in the U.S. State of Oregon. It is a city that stands out for the variety of products offered. Basically centered on the nature that surrounds the city as the natural park of Deschutes which is a few miles from the city. But with a population that does not reach the 100,000 habitants the city presents a great life. The most popular tourist activities are: -Guided bike tours. -Tasting of beer and guided by different parts of the city. -Visit to the natural park of Deschutes.

About the destination: Crater Lake is a crater lake in south-central Oregon in the western United States. It is the main feature of Crater Lake National Park and is famous for its deep blue color and water clarity. The lake partly fills a nearly 2,148-foot (655 m)-deep caldera that was formed around 7,700 (± 150) years ago by the collapse of the volcano Mount Mazama. There are no rivers flowing into or out of the lake; the evaporation is compensated for by rain and snowfall at a rate such that the total amount of water is replaced every 250 years. With a depth of 1,949 feet (594 m), the lake is the deepest in the United States. In the world, it ranks ninth for maximum depth, and third for mean (average) depth.

About the destination: Ashland is a home rule-class city in Boyd County, Kentucky, in the United States. Ashland, the largest city in Boyd County, is located upon the southern bank of the Ohio River. Ashland is a part of the Huntington, West Virginia metropolitan area. New definitions from February 28, 2013 placed the population at 363,000.Ashland is the second-largest city within the MSA, after Huntington, West Virginia. Ashland serves as an important economic and medical center for northeast Kentucky and is part of the fifth-largest metropolitan area in Kentucky.

About the destination: Coos Bay is a city located in Coos County, Oregon, United States, where the Coos River enters Coos Bay on the Pacific Ocean. The city borders the city of North Bend, and together they are often referred to as one entity called either Coos Bay-North Bend or the Bay Area. Coos Bay's population as of the 2010 census was 15,967 residents, making it the largest city on the Oregon Coast.

About the destination: Newport is a city in Lincoln County, Oregon, United States. It was incorporated in 1882, though the name dates back to the establishment of a post office in 1868. Newport was named for Newport, Rhode Island. Newport has mild, wet weather throughout the year with the heaviest precipitation falling during the winter months. The city averages 0.4 afternoons annually with maximum temperatures equalling or exceeding 90 °F or 32.2 °C and 29 mornings with minimum temperatures of 32 °F or 0 °C or lower. Newport is also home to the Hatfield Marine Science Center, operated by Oregon State University in collaboration with state and federal agencies. The center conducts research and educational programs associated with the marine environment and serves as a primary field station for the university's College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences.

About the destination: Portland is a city located in the state of Oregon, near the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers. Portland is Oregon's most populous city, and the third most populous city in the Pacific Northwest region, after Seattle and Vancouver. Downtown Portland has a well-planned, thriving urban centre with many great restaurants, wide pedestrian areas and entertainment options. Nearby, the historic renaissance style City Hall stands. The four-story building is home of the Portland city government. All over town there are many museums perfect for family entertainment. Situated on a hill overlooking Portland we find the stunning Japanese Garden. This magnificently landscaped garden is considered one of the best Japanese gardens outside of Japan. It’s hard to miss the majestic Mount Hood when you're in Portland. Oregon's highest mountain offers plenty of outdoor activities year-round. Dubbed “The City of Roses", Portland is a laid-back city with a small town feel to it. But don’t worry, the food, beer, wine and spirits scene is the best on the West Coast and the city has gained a reputation as the Beer and Food Cart Capital of the World.

About the destination: Federal Way is a city in King County, Washington, United States. One of the most recently incorporated cities in the county. Federal Way is the tenth-largest city in Washington and the fifth-largest in King County. Until 2014, Federal Way was home to Weyerhaeuser, the largest private owner of softwood timberland in the world. Weyerhaeuser had opened much of its land in Federal Way to the public, including two botanical gardens: the Rhododendron Species Foundation and Botanical Garden, and the Pacific Bonsai Museum. Federal Way is locally identified by its 1990s semi-urban development, characterized by landscaped off-street multi-structure apartment complexes and shopping centers. The Commons at Federal Way, the city's only indoor shopping mall, is located on South 320th Street and Pacific Highway South (State Route 99) near the city's main Interstate 5 exit.

About the destination: Seattle is a major coastal seaport and the seat of King County, in the state of Washington. Seattle lies on seven hills including Capitol Hill, First Hill, West Seattle, Beacon Hill, Magnolia, Denny Hill and Queen Anne. The Kitsap and the Olympic peninsulas along with the Olympic Mountains lie to the west of Puget Sound, while the Cascade Range and Lake Sammamish lie to the east of Lake Washington. An iconic feature of Seattle's skyline is the Space Needle. The view from the top is stunning with a revolving restaurant, undoubtedly Seattle's most famous landmark. Mount Rainier, towering over Seattle, is 50 miles from the city. There's a national park with camping and hiking activities. One of Seattle's most popular attractions is Pike Place Market. The farmer's market is over 100 years old and still maintains local flavour. The Seattle Aquarium showcases a wide variety of colourful marine species. To relive Seattle's history visit the city's oldest neighbourhood around Pioneer Square. Moreover, it's packed with exciting night clubs, restaurants and galleries. Seattle is one of the beautiful cities of the Pacific Northwest. Eclectic, urban, outdoorsy, artsy, gritty and down-to-earth, this vibrant city is well worth a visit.