Use our Bellingham itinerary to come as you are but stay like we do. Sightsee, savor, unwind, and smile! Spend two or three days exploring; Check out Washington State’s annual Tulip Festival, marvel at two scenic byways, and make memories with access to world-class fun (with small town easy). ? Check out our current Travel Advisory for local travel restrictions including COVID-19 related guidelines. Day One 1. Skagit Valley Tulips The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in Washington State takes place the entire month of April and is a beautiful way to begin or end your spring trip t ..read more

Whatcom County wines range from traditional varieties featuring Yakima Valley grapes to unique blends and ingredients, including locally-grown raspberries and hazelnuts. The wineries are open year-round for tastings and tours and the distilleries include an apple orchard making its own vodka, and an urban moonshine maker. Did we mention we have 17 craft breweries?  Check out our current Travel Advisory for local travel restrictions including COVID-19 related guidelines. Day One Local Wineries Spend the day exploring Whatcom County wines and wi ..read more

If you love scenic drives, getting outside, seafood, and local shopping you will love exploring Chuckanut Drive and Bellingham’s Historic Fairhaven District. Check out our current Travel Advisory for local travel restrictions including COVID-19 related guidelines.  Day One Chuckanut Drive Hugging the shoreline just south of Bellingham, Chuckanut Drive is Washington State’s original scenic byway. Shown on maps as WA State Highway 11, the route begins at I-5 exit 231 in Burlington and continues 20 miles north to Bellingham. T ..read more

Whether you’re on the water, at the water’s edge, or exploring culture on solid ground, Whatcom County is full of sights to see! Pack three different cultural centers into three days, with whale watching, sea-side views, and outdoor art!  Check out our current Travel Advisory for local travel restrictions including COVID-19 related guidelines. Day One Whale Watching and Cruising the Bay One of the best ways to soak up Whatcom County is with San Juan Cruises. Spend the day—or enjoy the sunset—exploring Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands on a comfor ..read more

From Bellingham to the majestic peak of Mt. Baker, the Mt. Baker Scenic Byway SR 542 offers visitors a step back in time. Mt. Baker Highway winds through farmlands, rolling wooded hills, and small communities including Nugents Corner, Deming, Kendall, Maple Falls and Glacier. This byway provides access to stunning hiking, photo opportunities, and snow sports in the winter.  Check out our current Travel Advisory for local travel restrictions including COVID-19 related guidelines. Day One Take a Drive Down the Mount Baker Sce ..read more

“I see four, five – no, six!” shouted the excited troupe of five kids with me as soon as we got out of the car near the Welcome Bridge along the Nooksack River, just off the Mt. Baker Highway, northeast of Bellingham. In our sites were the bald eagles gathered around the Nooksack to feed on the salmon that swim upstream to spawn. The previous year we made this same trek and saw only two or three of the majestic creatures that day, so a quick count of a half-dozen birds was immediate redemption. I’ve learned that eagle watching can be an elusive thing – weather conditions and time of day are ke ..read more

Bellingham, WA – Data released today by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) enables the North Region, which includes Whatcom County, to move to Phase 2 of the Healthy Washington – Roadmap to Recovery Reopening Plan, effective Monday, Feb. 15.  “This is good news for our community. We’re happy to see that Whatcom is trending in the right direction, and that trend has contributed to our region moving forward,” said Erika Lautenbach, director of the Whatcom County Health Department. “This creates more opportunities for our local businesses to open and rebuild and more options fo ..read more

In crust, we trust, especially on National Pizza Day! ? There are times you just want to sink your jaws into a hefty slice of pizza and there are times you have to celebrate National Pizza Day. Lucky for you Bellingham is full of great pizza options including gluten-free and vegan pizza! We ❤️ pizza! Fat Pie Pizza Fat Pie Pizza is a totally new kind of pizza. It is the only Chicago and Detroit-style crusts in Bellingham. It’s great that pizzerias have begun actively encouraging diners to craft their own pizzas and at Far Pie you choose your crust and then a selection of 12 ingredient ..read more

Many people relied on Bellingham International Airport (BLI) for safe flights throughout the challenges of 2020 thanks to the Port of Bellingham’s dedication to being proactive about safety now and into the future. It’s a great regional choice for anyone in Western Washington looking to safely travel thanks to BLI’s touchless upgrades! Visit Bellingham asked representatives from BLI about new safety upgrades and the convenience of a regional airport. Bellingham International Airport Bellingham International Airport 1. Can you talk about the touchless changes and upgrades that have recen ..read more

I never considered trying axe throwing until I saw the Bellingham Axe website, and became intrigued by the bold, all-caps “No Experience Necessary” on the front page. “If you can lift 1.5 pounds above your head,” the site says, “you can throw an axe”. And who wouldn’t want to hurl an axe at a wooden wall target? So I rounded up a small group, donned my finest flannel, and away we went to blow off some steam. Opened in June 2020, Bellingham Axe is a new destination for beginners and experienced axe throwers alike. Here’s what to expect for first-timers from this extremely fun and approachable a ..read more