Get outside and explore wild places with kids
Eat your way to a lucky 2021!
Animal adventures, outdoor fun and more for Seattle-area kids
Go city to country in just 20 minutes
Kid-friendly getaways around Washington for winter 2020–2021
Leavenworth delivers fall fun during COVID
What to see, where to stay and the best stops along the way
Where to cozy up with kids this fall and winter
Brilliant, leafy walks and great family photo ops
Don't pack up your boots just yet — gorgeous fall color walks await
Beaches, kite-flying, lighthouses and ice cream — any time of year
Pony rides, ice cream and fields of beautiful flowers
It's a free ticket to incredible outdoor opportunities for families
This outdoorsy town has great parks, trails and amazing ice cream
Camping, kayaking, biking and beachcombing with kids
A cautious mom ventures out for the first time
Kid-friendly staycations for summer and fall 2020
The ideal close-to-home family vacation
Swim, splash and play at natural swim spots for Northwest families
Into the wild and back in time
One family's trial run, 3 Northwest itineraries and where to rent a rig
Train travel is time travel and the ultimate family adventure, as long as you leave your impatience behind
Close-to-home summer getaways for Seattle-area families
Rambles alongside a roaring cascade, for every age
Dreaming of vacay? We are too!
Petrified forests, biking paths, basalt canyons, Lewis and Clark trail and more
Our editors offer up their epic picks
It's “spring break” from the couch with our family movie night ideas
From yoga to glamping to woodworking, great escapes for Northwest moms
From rustic to luxe, relaxing hot-springs retreats for any season
Puget Sound-area nature centers and wildlands for families to explore
Make a splash with a nearby winter getaway
Four Seattle-area destinations to get away from it all
Fun stuff to do in Stumptown for families on a budget
Amazing family vacation spots around the Pacific Northwest
This destination is full of culture, history and quiet spaces
Take a break from theme parks at these family-friendly spots
Our guide to nearby family escapes and epic dream destinations
Top tips for traveling with a preschooler
Where to stay, what to bring on, what to splurge on and more
7 spots for epic family adventures in the snow
Best tips for Harry Potter World, thrilling rides, the studio tour and more
Top tips ensure everything is awesome on your trip to Legoland
Enough stuff!
Relaxing, easy beach getaway with kids
3 wintry villages offer mountains of winter fun
Top tourist spots worth visiting in winter, plus tips on lesser-known local favorites for family fun
Keep those little hands busy!
You'll be singing "Come Fly With Me" in no time
Savor summer with these amazing family outings
Updated Paradise Inn offers creature comforts on a volcano
Best kid-friendly stops in B.C., Washington and Oregon
Popular Great Wolf Lodge now offering day access
Island-by-island guide for kid-friendly activities, lodging and meals
This year's winners and finalists
5 Old West travel adventures for Seattle-area families
Plus, spectacular yurting spots in Oregon and Washington
Find these amazing sights right in our own backyard
Give your kids the best birthday ever without any of the hassle
Sweet small-town day trips within 90 minutes of Seattle
Parents love these PNW restaurants
A local’s guide to hidden gems for families
Unleash kids' imaginations exploring a fort, climbing a tower or touring a treehouse
Swimming, sunshine and Syrah — everyone finds their happy place at this central Washington lake
5 things to do with kids on a day-trip to Bainbridge or Bremerton
Your checklist for a stress-free trip
It's close, it's super-cool and you should check it out
All aboard for rural and urban railroad rides
Kid-friendly freeway breaks just when you need them
Local family-fun outings and quick nearby getaways
Flower fun, play stops, scoop shops and more
With fewer crowds and just as much action, the spring fair is tons of fun
There's culture, cheap family fun and amazing Chinese food
6 scenic road trips around Washington
5 reasons to bypass Sea-Tac
What this California dream has to offer families
Experience the life of a child in a developing country this weekend
A perfect read for your adventurous kid
Plus, how people afford it and how you can, too
Where to find Northwest-style luxury, views and outdoor fun all year round
Tips, tours and on-land viewing spots for families
5 summer adventures for families around Enumclaw
Castles, lighthouses, puffins, fairies and more
Yes, it's possible
Procrastinators, ahoy! Terrific campsites close to Seattle and Tacoma might still have spots
With glamping-like accommodations, you may soon be a Kamping convert
Stop and read this before you spray
A girl called Bicycle carries kids on an epic two-wheeled adventure
A budget-conscious mom shares strategies and deals for travel with tots
Make or buy these tasty treats for your next road trip, ferry ride or airplane journey
These are good ideas even when it isn’t Mother’s Day
Our neighbor to the south hasn’t lost its family-friendly charm
Have a blast at these natural wonders
Iceland's been discovered; take your family to this incredible spot instead
Kalama Harbor Lodge: a welcome stop on the Seattle-to-Portland route
Take your family off the beaten path in incredible Iceland
Insider tips, free parking and best cheap eats in Seattle's Chinatown-ID
Sleepaway camp might be even better when you do it together
Find kids' meals on the cheap seven days a week
See the stars, explore the woods, peer under the sea and more — after dark
How to get everyone swooshing down the mountain without breaking the bank
Tips for keeping your cool
The mountains are ready
Long-term family travel and what it means for modern families
Whale watching, sunsets, shave ice and more!
Have you heard of this snowy spot?
Geothermal drama, icebergs and puffins
Wenatchee to Leavenworth and beyond
Plan ahead for your camping trip or travel plans in Washington State
This historic Oregon town rocks all year long
It's game on at the Center for Architecture and Design
What do you do when your child hates your dream vacation
Why not make traveling with little ones as easy as possible?
This summer, Pike Place Market gets room to breathe
Meet Seattle's very own Miss Piggy
The 110-year-old ‘city within a city’ has something for everyone
Kitsap Peninsula offers charming towns, historic sites and endless adventures
From timing tides to finding creatures, here's your guide to awesome low-tide fun around Puget Sound
Hike It Baby founder zeroes in on camping
Kids will dig into these clamming and crabbing vacations
Vacation rituals, from silly to sublime, can deepen the experience of travel with kids
Road trip to Barkerville, B.C., for full immersion into a little-known era of Northwest pioneer history
Hot-air balloons, floatplanes, zip lines, ecotours and more
Testing, testing 1, 2, 3
This exceptional sanctuary makes for a wildly educational day trip
Surf, sail, dig and create unforgettable family memories
From sausages to scrumptious satay, where to fuel up downtown
Local authors of a new guidebook share their European traveling secrets
It's boring work, but the payoff is amazing trips at huge discounts
: Parks, Pubs, Pools and Playgrounds
Explore the world this fall, no plane tickets required
Life on the road is just another stylish day for this couple
A fishmonger's wife shares where to go, what to taste, best secret picnic stop and more
6 pockets of green space, history and art to discover with your kids
Make the most of your pricey elevator ride
Our tots-to-teens guide to top attractions at Seattle Center
Insiders' guides to great Northwest family destinations
Students journey beyond campus with these field trips
Snow fun outings for the Northwest
4 fun family vacations at working farms, plus farm trips close to Seattle
Beachcombing, free water parks, play cafes, Commercial Drive fun and more
Kids climb, slide, dig and play at Trek’s outdoor adventure playground
Done with Disney? Sick of long lines at mainstream amusement parks? Try these quirky parks and attractions instead
With built-in child care, group camping trips are more fun. Here’s how to plan one
Want the scenic views without the crowds? Head to these lesser-known but equally awe-inspiring national parks
Affordability, local flavor and epic snowfall adds up to a great escape for Seattle families
One family's story of significantly downsizing
From a cool swimming pool to a movie theater, original art, music and pubs galore, Bothell's upcycled Anderson School is equal parts history and future
Travel and children's health experts share takeaways for minimizing the effects of time-zone travel
Pan gold, do farm chores, make cheese, learn about native arts and more frontier fun for kids
The reality of combining a fantasy travel career with family life
A B.C. native and mom shares top tips on the wonders of Salt Spring, Galiano and Pender
9 spots where Puget Sound mothers can make self-care their top priority
Offbeat overnights around the Northwest that make childhood dreams come true
Wine, dine, hike, bike and rekindle that spark
We've lived like locals in Baja, Paris and Santa Cruz; here's how you can, too
5 ideas for foot-ferry fun in Bremerton, Bainbridge, Kingston, Friday Harbor and more!
Portland, Oregon marches to the beat of its own drummer.
Top tips for a fantastic family trip to Legoland California
5 Reasons to Choose Universal Studios over Disneyland for your Princess
Bucket-list destinations for family travel
Canvas tents, tipis, post-and-beam platform cabins and more rustic comfort
A family hits the Yakima River for an unforgettable trip
These yurts, cozy cabins and even a shipping container offer the perfect fall getaway
Can you say, YUM?!
Mountain views, wooded streams, shining lakes, ocean tides – even desert sands
From snow/spa getaways to urban adventures, where to snuggle (or ski) with your valentine
A decidedly un-rugged guide to family camping