Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Awesome - Yellowstone

Everyone should see Yellowstone at least once in their lifetime. America's first national park was established in 1872. Home to an abundance of wildlife, from grizzly bears and wolves to bison and elk, Yellowstone covers areas of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho. The park is truly incredible and their is something majestic around every corner. From the geyser fields Yellowstone River multiple waterfalls, extraordinary geysers(Old faithful), the majestic scenery and the abundance of wildlife. I have been once at the end of winter and was awesome. Snowmobiling was one of the activities, i would recommend. I would also recommend going when the park is not as busy so that you can truly enjoy the beauty and the peace and quiet. Too many people congest the park and that can be a big disappointment. I will go to Yellowstone again and again. Its a 12hr drive from seattle, so you need atleast a long weekend to visit.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Vancouver & Victoria, BC

Blessed with a spectacular Pacific Rim location, Vancouver is a study in contrasts and cohesion. Set between the mountains and the sea, the city blends cultures and landscapes, allowing visitors to enjoy a modern, cosmopolitan city alongside the great outdoors. You could spend all weekend exploring Stanley Park, but you don't want to miss the panoramic vistas from the Capilano Bridge or the Sea to Sky Highway, or the opportunity to ski or explore a mountain trail. A temperate year-round climate makes Vancouver enjoyable in any season, though the winter months do bring a string of rainy days less. You can reach Vancouver by road (3 Hrs) drive or you can catch ferry from Anacortes. Also you might consider taking Quick Shuttle instead, which goes from the airport directly to Vancouver. Victoria is another destination that can be covered.  You will have to a ferry to reaching Victoria. Must watch in Victoria will be world-famous Butchart Gardens, Whale Watching and Madame Tussauds wax museum.

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Safeco field : For Baseball fans!!

If you are a baseball fan don't miss this tour. The tour will take you to places such as the visitor's locker room, presidential suite, press box, press conference room, dugout and the field itself. The tour cost only $8 USD and lasts about 90 minutes. The best time to go is during the off season when football is playing. No one is really interested in baseball at that time, so the groups are smaller and you get to ask all the questions you want.

Monday, September 21, 2009

Pike Market, Downtown Seattle

Pike Place is one of the most wonderful places I have ever been to. Truly a great achievement! It is able to accept throngs of tourists while maintaining a real vibrant authenticity. People here seem joyful and engaged. The street performers and affordable housing add so much to the quality of the market as well.
This market is one of the best I have ever visited in the country. Many locals as well as tourists use this great market. There are also flying fish and many great restaurants and bakeries in the district.

Among the other things we must see the Seattle pacific center which includes the Space Needle. The pacific center has lot of activities going on round the year. You can easily reach using a public transport or by mono rail. Space Needle is another interesting place you should visit which has fine rotating dining(Skycity) on the top, bit expensive but views will make you feel on the top of the world, giving a wonderful full 360 Degree view of Seattle