A couple of weekends ago, Austin and I decided to have a little getaway. Airline tickets were extremely cheap...extremely plus I was able to redeem some points for a place to stay. We could not pass up the opportunity to visit Seattle. I had been there when I was younger with my grandparents, but didn't really remember much. Austin was there for about 3 hours before heading out to the Orcas Islands, so it was seemed like a great destination.
It was the perfect destination for a weekend getaway. The place we stayed at was right in the middle of downtown so we were able to walk to everything. Plus, the buses throughout the city are free. There was rain, but what would Seattle be without it? We were able to visit several museums including the Science Center where were had a once in a lifetime opportunity. We experienced Lucy's Legacy. She is the oldest human fossil that has been found...3.4 Million Years Old! It was pretty amazing to see and to learn about Ethiopia, where the fossil was found. After her Seattle exhibit, she is getting sent back to Ethiopia with the possibility of never being exhibited again.
Of course we visited Pike's Place Market. What a fun area. This band was playing outside of the first Starbuck's Coffee. Musical groups lined the streets of Seattle, making for entertainment as you explored the city. Not to mention, a coffee shop every half block. There is literally a Starbuck's on every corner. Unbelievable!
Doesn't this look tasty...ABC gum stuck all over a big wall. Luckily, we had some amazing tasting food. We had fresh clams and crabcakes, delicious pizza, and the most unforgettable clam chowder. Not to mention, Austin fell in love with the craft beers they had all over the place.
We toured the underground of Seattle. The city used to flood every time the high tide came in so they built walls that that went up to the second floor of the building and they could pave the roads. Eventually, the underground areas were condemed, but they have left them as is and now a tour shares the history of the city.
We had the opportunity to meet up with a couple of friends. Thanks Joy and Demetrio for showing us around. We are looking forward to going back to Seattle explore more of the area. The people were so friendly there and the mood was very relaxed! I can't wait to go back :)
A couple of weekends ago, Austin and I decided to have a little getaway. Airline tickets were extremely cheap...extremely plus I was able to redeem some points for a place to stay. We could not pass up the opportunity to visit Seattle. I had been there when I was younger with my grandparents, but didn't really remember much. Austin was there for about 3 hours before heading out to the Orcas Islands, so it was seemed like a great destination.
It was the perfect destination for a weekend getaway. The place we stayed at was right in the middle of downtown so we were able to walk to everything. Plus, the buses throughout the city are free. There was rain, but what would Seattle be without it? We were able to visit several museums including the Science Center where were had a once in a lifetime opportunity. We experienced Lucy's Legacy. She is the oldest human fossil that has been found...3.4 Million Years Old! It was pretty amazing to see and to learn about Ethiopia, where the fossil was found. After her Seattle exhibit, she is getting sent back to Ethiopia with the possibility of never being exhibited again.
Of course we visited Pike's Place Market. What a fun area. This band was playing outside of the first Starbuck's Coffee. Musical groups lined the streets of Seattle, making for entertainment as you explored the city. Not to mention, a coffee shop every half block. There is literally a Starbuck's on every corner. Unbelievable!
Doesn't this look tasty...ABC gum stuck all over a big wall. Luckily, we had some amazing tasting food. We had fresh clams and crabcakes, delicious pizza, and the most unforgettable clam chowder. Not to mention, Austin fell in love with the craft beers they had all over the place.
We toured the underground of Seattle. The city used to flood every time the high tide came in so they built walls that that went up to the second floor of the building and they could pave the roads. Eventually, the underground areas were condemed, but they have left them as is and now a tour shares the history of the city.
We had the opportunity to meet up with a couple of friends. Thanks Joy and Demetrio for showing us around. We are looking forward to going back to Seattle explore more of the area. The people were so friendly there and the mood was very relaxed! I can't wait to go back :)
2 comments:
Oh I have always wanted to take a trip to Seattle! What fun time! And your clams and crabcakes sound divine... what better place to eat seafood then in seattle!?!?
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Looks like you had so much fun. What a perfect weekend--exploring a city. Miss you!
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