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Warm and Sunny Destinations Just One Short Flight From Seattle

Flee the rain and bask in the desert sun at three family-friendly locales

Published on: October 31, 2023

Family hiking in the Valley of Fire near Las Vegas Nevada best sunny destinations one nonstop flight away from Seattle
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The author’s family explores Valley of Fire near Las Vegas. Credit: Catherine Ryan Gregory

Seeking sunshine

We had such a stretch of warm sunny days this fall, and now all of a sudden it’s cold and rainy. Our jackets and boots are already all wet, and it may be a long time before we see a clear blue sky. Facing an extended slog through the long drizzly season, you might wonder ... where can we escape to the sun, on a short, non-stop flight?

When you need to refill your stores of vitamin D, some family-friendly sunny desert climes are just a short flight away from Seattle. Gather your crew, grab your sunglasses and visit one of these warm winter vacation spots. They’re perfect for Pacific Northwest families. Send us a postcard!

First stop: desert city

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