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Sailboats on Puget Sound, Seattle, Washington (Bruce Heinemann/Photographer's Choice)

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By Ludmilla Alexander

Beachgoers will enjoy Alki Beach Park; the two-and-a-half mile stretch attracts bicyclists, joggers, and those longing for a little sun.
Divers should prepare for cold-water temperatures; on average, expect temps between 46 and 56 degrees.
Explore the quaint cottages at the north end of the beach or admire spectacular views of the mountains, steamships, and sailboats that cruise the waters.
Opt for a harbor cruise or a sunset sail. Private charters are also available.

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Imagine yourself sitting in a park on the Seattle waterfront, a double-tall latte and a marionberry scone close at hand. The snowy peaks of the Olympic Mountains shimmer on the far side of Puget Sound, while ferryboats come and go across Elliott Bay. It's a summer day, and the sun is shining. (Hey, as long as we're dreaming, why not dream big?) It just doesn't get much better than this, unless, of course, you swap the latte for a microbrew and catch a 9:30pm summer sunset. No wonder people love this town so much. Read More

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I would like to bring two teens, one tween and one under 12 to Seattle during Christmas break, but what are two grandparents going to do with four girls!!!? what is there to see and do during that time? One is not a shopper! Thanks....That Montana Grandma
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Waterfront Inn

9017 N. Harborview Dr.
Gig Harbor, WA 90332

Distance: 22.0 mi.
(from destination center)

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Attractions

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

5400 N. Pearl St
Tacoma, Washington

Distance: 22.8 mi. (from destination center)

Description:

The focus at this unusual combination zoo and aquarium is generally on the wildlife of Pacific... Read More

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Pike Place Market

Between Pike and Pine sts. at First Ave
Seattle, Washington

Distance: 0.5 mi. (from destination center)

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Discovery Park

3801 West Government Way
Seattle, Washington 98199

Distance: 5.0 mi. (from destination center)

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Airports

Major Airports near Seattle

	Distance (mi.)
Seattle/Tacoma International Airport	10.9 map
Vancouver International Airport	115.9 map
Portland International Airport	140.5 map

Other Smaller Airports near Seattle

	Distance (mi.)
Seattle Boeing Fld International Airport	5.5 map
Mount Vernon Skagit Regional Airport	56.1 map
Port Angeles Fairchild International Airport	65.3 map

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San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle (SEA)	$126
Oakland (OAK) to Seattle (SEA)	$126
Los Angeles (LAX) to Seattle (SEA)	$126
Long Beach (LGB) to Seattle (SEA)	$146
Denver (DEN) to Seattle (SEA)	$156

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