Midway between Seattle and Tacoma in Puget Sound is Vashon Island. This small island measuring 13 miles long by 8 miles wide is home to 11,000 residents and all are dependent on ferry service to get to and from their homes. Most wouldn't trade the commute for the rural beauty of the island and the laid back lifestyle that Vashon is known for.

Port Townsend, sits on the tip of the Quimper Sound, just outside of Seattle and has been delighting visitors for decades. Visiting this funky little town is very easy to do and easy to get to; via ferry and then a short drive. When heading to Port Townsend, prepare to savor some great eats, and take in some of the best sights in the Pacific Northwest.

Rain, rain, and more rain. That's probably the first thing that pops into your mind when someone mentions travel to the Pacific Northwest. You should be wary of the connotation, otherwise, you will miss one of the most beautiful and vibrant natural landscapes that the United States has to offer.