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19 Best Weekend Getaways from Seattle (within a 3 hour flight)
2021-06-17
Fun fact, Seattle ranks 32 among the country's 50 largest cities in total rainfall. It gets it's bad reputation because 152 days per year there is some sort of light rain, even if it doesn't last very long. Anyway, in addition to numerous direct flight options overseas, Seattle is ideally located with easy access to National Parks, mountains, and plenty of other fun destinations within a short flight. It's also very close to Alaska!
This article will focus on domestic destinations via airplane and car. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in Seattle within a 3 hour flight (three bonus flights over 3 hours). More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends what you want to do at your destination.
Bear in Mind: When travelling internationally as of June 17th, 2021, you're required to present a negative Covid-19 PCR test upon return to the United States. This is on top of any restrictions in the country you are visiting. Since the rules are changing frequently, I'll leave that out. Instead, I'll include a link to the embassy site where you can find the latest information.
Sitka, Alaska (SIT) - 2.5 Hour Flight
Why go?
Sure, the movie The Proposal was "filmed" there, and that's how I first heard of it, but it consistently ranks as the most beautiful city in Alaska. Sitka National Historical Park is also worth a try.
The largest city in Alaska and home to museums and within reach of National Parks. I recommend driving to Seward and staying there. It's close to Kenai Fjords National Park. Or, drive to Homer and spend the weekend fishing salmon and halibut.
Make sure you have time to visit both Yellowstone and Grand Teton. Jenny Lake is a must.
Vancouver, British Columbia - 2.5 Hour Drive
Why go?
Arguably the best place to visit in Canada, Vancouver is known for being a clean and pristine city with nice folks and lots of outdoors activities, similar to Seattle. It's also a 1.5 hour drive to Whistler! Don't forget your passport, and make sure you're sober!
San Juan Islands, Washington - 1 Hour Flight or 3 Hour Drive (including ferries)
Why go?
You have to take a ferry to get there, but it's the Nantucket of the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy endless whale watching. Friday Harbor is the most popular area.
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