If you were to drive a San Francisco to San Diego road trip the whole way through without stops or traffic, it’d take about 7.5 hours. But there are so many awesome places to see between these California cities that... Read More The post San Francisco to San Diego Road Trip: All the Best Stops appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more

I’ve come across some of the best shopping in Maui because I always make it a point to visit the local shops for souvenirs and unique gifts. And I almost always need a mall trip to pick up a piece... Read More The post Best Shopping in Maui for Local Gifts & Fashion appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more

Visiting Maui every year has allowed me to craft the perfect Road to Hana itinerary. After all, it’s a bucket list destination for anyone exploring the island. If you’re unfamiliar, the Road to Hana is a 64.4-mile stretch of highway... Read More The post Road to Hana Itinerary: All the Best Stops & Attractions appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more

I’ll admit, one of the things I miss most since I started working from home is checking out the best happy hour places in Seattle. After a hard day’s work, it was always a treat to unwind with friends or... Read More The post Best Happy Hour Places in Seattle (Including Late-Night) appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more

Embarking on day trips from Seattle in winter is not only possible, but highly encouraged. That’s because Seattle is only about an hour away from snow and countless adventures, whether you’re in the mood for cross-country skiing, hiking, birding, or... Read More The post 12 Day Trips from Seattle in Winter to Escape the Gloom appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more

There’s no shortage of winter getaways in Washington state. I mean, it’s basically one giant winter playground, regardless of whether you’re into an idyllic wintry landscape or snow sports. Even the most popular summertime vacation destinations seamlessly transition into winter... Read More The post 11 Winter Getaways in Washington State for Snowy & Crowd-Free Fun appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more

Finding the most romantic getaways in the Pacific Northwest is easy if you know what you want. In reality, there are so many places across the Pacific Northwest that make ideal romantic getaways. It really comes down to finding one... Read More The post 22 Romantic Getaways in the Pacific Northwest Perfect for Reconnecting appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more

I recently got the chance to spend a weekend in Calgary before exploring Banff and Jasper, and I have to say, I underestimated how much fun I’d have in this Canadian city. It’s just a short 1,5-hour flight from Seattle... Read More The post Weekend in Calgary: Itinerary for Fitting in All the City’s Must-Dos appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more

Ever since I moved to Seattle and discovered the OG PDX coffee roaster, Stumptown, I’ve been on a mission to uncover the best Portland coffee roasters. I wasn’t always like this, though. In fact, I hated coffee growing up because... Read More The post Best Portland Coffee Roasters As Told By a Coffee Snob appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more

The art scene in the Pacific Northwest is the cream of the crop, as evidenced by the incredible local pottery artists. I can’t resist stopping by their stalls whenever I visit a craft fair. I tell myself it’s because I... Read More The post Local Pottery Artists: Modern Portland & Seattle Ceramics to Add to Your Home appeared first on The Emerald Palate ..read more