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I absolutely adored this book shop! It was so nice and cozy, with floor to ceiling book cases, and ladders that ran along so you could reach (or so they could). This store is divided into seperate...
I absolutely adored this book shop! It was so nice and cozy, with floor to ceiling book cases, and ladders that ran along so you could reach (or so they could). This store is divided into seperate sections, with an upstairs travel loft, and a downstairs cafe. They seem to have a staff member for each different section. I particularly loved the hand written reviews attatched to the books. They also have a secondhand section. Long wooden tables and chairs are positioned cenrally, so if you want to grab something and have a browse. I could rave on and on....We dont have anything like this at home. This is a book lovers paradise!
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Shopping We have the usual malls and I support my city stores - Pacific Place, Westlake Mall, Bon, Nordstrom’s, Old Navy, Betsy Johnson, Eileen Fisher, Barney's, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic Etc. You...
Shopping We have the usual malls and I support my city stores - Pacific Place, Westlake Mall, Bon, Nordstrom’s, Old Navy, Betsy Johnson, Eileen Fisher, Barney's, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic Etc. You can pick and if you want some funky fun stores go to Broadway, North City/Belltown, or Pioneer Sq. Some fun stores Panache, Rado, and Outriggers. Then there are 2 huge malls - Southcenter and Bellevue Square. They both are quasi- suburbia malls. Same and different. If you staying downtown Seattle..you will find plenty of options for everything by walking between 1st Ave and 6th Ave from Madison to Stewart grid. The 6 block square pretty much has most of DT shopping. Othewise head to the sprawlers!.
In my humble opinion - some of the glass pieces you find here - are terrific. Local artists and styles to fit all tastes. Of course coffee - Cafe Vitta roasts, Torrefacione, and others.
For the glass pieces you can go from $50 to $000s. All depends on taste and budgets.
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I go to this magnificent mall every time I travel to the Seattle and Bellevue areas!! Located just eight miles east of Seattle, it features over 200 of the nation's finest stores and local...
I go to this magnificent mall every time I travel to the Seattle and Bellevue areas!! Located just eight miles east of Seattle, it features over 200 of the nation's finest stores and local boutiques. It is considered to be the premier shopping destination in the Northwest, and one of the best shopping centers in the nation. With two indoor levels, a couple of play areas and a number of major department stores, it's hard to not find what you want. Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30am-9pm; Sun 11am-7pm Getting There: From Seattle via Highway 520: Take Hwy 520 east over the Evergreen Point Bridge to I-405 south. Take Exit 13B west onto NE 8th or Exit 13A onto NE 4th. Continue west for four blocks. From Seattle via I-90: Take I-90 east over Lake Washington to I-405 north. Take Exit 13B west onto NE 8th or Exit 13A onto NE 4th. Continue west for four blocks. Parking: Valet and ample covered parking.
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Anthony's is a local chain of seafood restaurants that has several waterfront locations around the Puget Sound region. I'm familiar with Anthony's Home Port Shilshole in Seattle and one in Everett...
Anthony's is a local chain of seafood restaurants that has several waterfront locations around the Puget Sound region. I'm familiar with Anthony's Home Port Shilshole in Seattle and one in Everett Marina; both are worthwhile. Anthony's at Shilshole is next door to Ray's Boathouse, but it complements, rather than competes with, the latter place. It's a good choice for many dining occasions when Ray's Cafe seems too casual but it's not quite the "special occasion" that calls for their main dining room. Seafood at Anthony's is pretty standard, but is well done and reasonably priced. And the view! Most tables command a breathtaking view of the sound and the Olympic Mountains. Please see my tips on Ray's about how to get there; again it's one of a few in-town places where a car is desirable. There is ample parking.
The day's fresh catch, and oysters by the shell.
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to do is lug it all the way up a steep flight of stairs. At the top yu may be greeted by someone, or they may continue looking at their PC screen. The atmosphere is very sterile and the aura of a...
to do is lug it all the way up a steep flight of stairs. At the top yu may be greeted by someone, or they may continue looking at their PC screen. The atmosphere is very sterile and the aura of a hostel, which is what it was, still hangs around. I don't like sharing bathrooms (fussy fussy) so I booked one of the few rooms with an "ensuite". This turned out to be a stainless steel sink atteched to one wall in the bedroom, and a loo and shower hidden behind a heavy sliding door. I've stayed in a number of 'design' hotels around the world, and I'm afraid the Ace is the only one I've found where style triumphs mightily over comfort. I checked out the next day (and got hassled about not staying the three nights I'd booked) and went up town to the Alexis. Only good thing about the Ace is that it's cheap. Ish
Quite close to town, and in a funky area including the world's first web cafe.
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by ccvisitWalking through the Seattle Marriot Waterfront's lobby, you know you've stepped into an above-average hotel. Located on Alaskan Way, the building itself is U-shape with right angles, so...
by ccvisitWalking through the Seattle Marriot Waterfront's lobby, you know you've stepped into an above-average hotel. Located on Alaskan Way, the building itself is U-shape with right angles, so most rooms have some view of Seattle's famed Waterfront. And from what I can see, most upper rooms had a balcony. Open the sliding doors and you can smell and hear the ocean. Also, the famed restaurant called the Fish Club is a nice way to start your culinary adventures in Seattle.
Right next to the hotel is the Seattle International Trade Center where I'm sure a lot of important business is done. There's also a Starbucks inside the Trade Center. Across the street is a place where summer concerts are set up. Also, along Alaskan Way, the Waterfront Trolley trolls along and it's a convenient way for you to get from your hotel to the central part of the Waterfront where you can start your day, but the Trolley does pass through Pioneer Square and ends in the Chinatown Int'l District.
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The best thing about this hotel is it's location. Service and room is all standard fare. You can walk to Pike's Market, the Space Needle, and a few of the shopping areas from here. The location...
The best thing about this hotel is it's location. Service and room is all standard fare. You can walk to Pike's Market, the Space Needle, and a few of the shopping areas from here. The location seems safe, without anyone hassling you in front of the hotel. And you can use their lot to park your car. All in all, a good deal. I would book here again.
This is a clean hotel close to the Space Needle and shopping areas. Is a good place to stay when your on a budget. Have stayed here several times with no problems.
location is near shopping and Seattle Center. bar and grill, internet, free parking, exercise room
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Snoqualmie Falls is a 270 foot waterfall located in the mountains east of Seattle. This is one of my favorite sights in the Seattle area, and it's really worth taking a car out to the Falls and...
Snoqualmie Falls is a 270 foot waterfall located in the mountains east of Seattle. This is one of my favorite sights in the Seattle area, and it's really worth taking a car out to the Falls and experiencing the countryside nearby. The waterfall is large and breathtaking. There is an observation deck located right next to the parking lot, or you can walk down the trail that takes you all the way to the base of the falls. There, you can stand on the rocks and feel the water spraying from the waterfall. This is a very scenic point-- don't forget your camera! You may recognize Snoqualmie Falls and the Salish Lodge (located directly above the waterfall) from the opening credits of the "Twin Peaks" television series. Take a moment to look around the lodge as well. There is a lovely gift store. Upstairs, you can dine or just have a drink at the elegant restaurant. Take highway 90 east to the Snoqualmie Parkway exit. Turn left. From there, signs will direct you to Snoqualmie Falls.
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Bada Lounge - if you walk down 1st avenue in Belltown you'll probably not even notice it. The front of the lounge is very narrow, and once you enter the door, you have to go down a narrow hallway to...
Bada Lounge - if you walk down 1st avenue in Belltown you'll probably not even notice it. The front of the lounge is very narrow, and once you enter the door, you have to go down a narrow hallway to enter the main area. This is a great place to relax on plush chairs, listen to chill electronic music, and enjoy the futuristic decor. A huge screen is draped in middle of the lounge, and crazy images are projected onto it, such as kung-fu fighting movie clips and weird fish. This is not really like other venues in Seattle; it has more of a NY feel to it. It's pretty trendy, for the martini drinking type. Personally, it's not my type of place although I can admit to having a good time here. I'm more into laid back dive bars where I can wear jeans; meat markets are not too enthralling. If you are looking for a trendy, yuppie, predominantly Asian crowd...this is your place.
people here dress better than other venues in Seattle, but still I'd consider it to be casual.
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Fremont was another cool district I was fortunate to see. It was apparently founded and settled by the hippy types and today a lot of them still live there. It has lots of hip places to hang out...
Fremont was another cool district I was fortunate to see. It was apparently founded and settled by the hippy types and today a lot of them still live there. It has lots of hip places to hang out like the Gasworks Park and there is a lot of public art that you will enjoy as you explore around. I fondly remember this monument at the bus stop that looked like a family and they are often dressed apparently by local people depending on the event or celebration. There was a massive statue of Lenin. Not sure how that got there and rocket sent from the Russians. There is obviously a Fremont / Russian connection. In my picture you can see a massive troll! For your interest the beetle car in the troll’s hand is to scale so that will give you an idea how big the troll is! There is also a draw bridge over in Fremont. I was lucky to get across it and back with no problems but apparently when the bridge goes up it halts the traffic in the area for a little while. I recommend you go over to Fremont and explore around. You can also find some more great stores, restaurants and bars over there!
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