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SPOTLIGHT ARTICLE
2 of Our Favorite Hotel Brands Just Debuted in This Pacific Northwest City
Travelers headed to Seattle who are keen on making lower-impact choices—without sacrificing comfort or style—have some exciting new hotel options.
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Once Named America’s “Most Outdoorsy” City, This Mountains-Meet-Coast Spot Still Shines in 2025
What is the most outdoor-friendly city in the U.S.? Seattle emerges as the clear winner. Known for its stunning mix of mountain views, coastal access, and sprawling green spaces, Seattle is an outdoor paradise.
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Taste Washington Wine and Food Festival Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Running from March 13-17 in Seattle, Washington, this year’s festival will showcase over 200 Washington wineries and 80 restaurants under one roof.
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Two Convention Center Buildings, One Meeting
How the 12,000-person meeting of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association found breathing room at the Seattle Convention Center campus.
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The Best Wellness Retreats and Destinations in the USA
Find saunas and cold plunges, and scenic cliffs and hot springs at the best wellness spots in America
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Visit Seattle Announces Preliminary $929 Million Economic Impact Projection for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Lumen Field will host six matches in tournament including U.S. national team group-stage game.
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Seattle: Where Innovation Meets Sustainability
Get involved with local events like Refract Seattle to create unforgettable experiences for your attendees.
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36 Hours in Seattle
If your exposure to Seattle is limited to postcards and reputation, then you know it for the Space Needle, Mount Rainier, coffee and rain. But today’s Seattle is ever evolving, filled with colorful neighborhoods beyond the museum-studded central districts.
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Top Labor Day Travel Trends of 2024
This year’s record-breaking, blockbuster summer travel season comes to a close with many Americans exploring Alaska by cruise. According to AAA booking data, Seattle is the number one Labor Day weekend* destination, up nearly 30% from last year when it also topped the list.
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This Annual Festival Shows Why Seattle is a Major Hub for Glass Art
Seattle is often associated with coffee, Grunge and technology, but this city has another solid fixture – glass art. This medium can be seen in Seattle at various art galleries and working studios. Taking place October 17-20, 2024, “Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience” is a weekend of glass art exhibitions, parties with artists and collectors, studio tours and live demonstrations.
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Going to Seattle? Check Out These 4 Grunge Hot Spots
When it comes to grunge music, there is one city above all others that stands out. Indeed, Seattle is the Mecca of grunge.
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In Seattle, a Deep Dive into the Provocative and Creative World of Ai Weiwei
For more than 40 years, Ai Weiwei has transformed personal experiences, empathy and global politics into visionary art forms that tickle the eye and challenge the brain.
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Ai Weiwei is China’s most famous living artist—and the country’s harshest critic. Seattle Art Museum presents the provocateur’s largest-ever U.S. exhibition.
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February is the Best Month to Discover Seattle's Museums - Here's Why
If you've been looking for an excuse to explore Seattle's incredible museums, there's no better time than February.
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Visual Identities: Exploring Seattle's Native Art
When the pioneers arrived in what is now Washington state, they found a thriving Indigenous culture dating back 4,000 years.
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Soulful Seattle
Culinary adventures, Avant garde art and luxurious wellness experiences make Seattle the perfect mid-winter weekend escape.
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Seattle Museum Month Marks a Decade with Fantastic Hotel Discounts for February Visitors
Seattle Museum Month is set to mark its 10th anniversary in 2025, offering an discounted opportunity for visitors to explore the city’s premier museums and cultural centers.
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Refract Art Festival in Seattle Shines Light on Creative Artistry
A claim to fame like no other – the Pacific Northwest is home to the U.S. city with the most emphasis on the beauty of glass.
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Seattle’s Glass Art Festival Returns
Get blown away by more than 100 events, live glassblowing, and artist demos at Refract.
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Third Annual Cloudbreak Music Festival Invading Seattle In November
Cloudbreak: Seattle's Citywide Live Music Fest returns for its third year, showcasing a diverse lineup of artists, like "NO" 3 and Pedro the Lion (Solo), performing across the city.
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Draw Out Your Hidden Picasso On These Vacations For Art Lovers
Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience is a weekend-long festival featuring local glass artists.
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This Annual Festival Shows Why Seattle is a Major Hub for Glass Art
Taking place October 17-20, 2024, “Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience” is a weekend of glass art exhibitions, parties with artists and collectors, studio tours and live demonstrations.
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What Women Want on Business Trips: These Cities Get It Right
With 13 million women-owned small businesses in the U.S. generating nearly $1.8 trillion annually, female professionals are reshaping the business landscape.
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Downtown Seattle is Perking Up, New Report Shows
According to the DSA report, downtown averaged 101,000 daily workers in March, the highest level since March 2020, and a 12% jump over last year, in part due to return-to-office mandates.
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Seattle's Waterfront Park Sees Visitor Boom as Project Nears Completion
On Thursday, data that the Seattle Historic Waterfront Association released shows the number of unique visitors reached a record of nearly 7.5 million last year — 13% more than in 2023.
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Business Journal Announces Recipients of 2025 Environmental and Sustainability Awards
In its second annual Environmental and Sustainability Awards, the Business Journal is honoring 11 companies who are pioneering new ways to reduce their water, waste and energy.
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10 American Cities Where Young Professionals are Thriving
Seattle is the third best ranked city for young professionals. It received top marks across several categories.
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500 Days to 2026 World Cup: Seattle and its Small Business Owners Celebrate Countdown
The countdown is underway, from 500 days down to 0, the day the first-of-its-kind FIFA World Cup 26 (FIFAWC26) begins. The first match will be played in Estadio Azteca Mexico City on June 11 and then.
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Business Owners Rejoice as Amazon Workers Return Full Time
Business owners neighboring Amazon’s Seattle headquarters were beaming on Monday following a return to the office for thousands of the tech giant’s employees.
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Return to Office and Real Clothes Came Just in Time for This Seattle Startup
This lesser-known Seattle startup is already seeing a boost from so-called "return-to-office" polices, driven by one employer, in particular.
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Seattle's New Gateway to the Waterfront Opens
A long-awaited pedestrian pathway connecting some of Seattle's most iconic attractions is set to open Friday.
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People on the Move: Jennifer LeMaster
Seattle Convention Center has appointed Jennifer LeMaster as its new president and CEO, effective Sept. 16.
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Stephanie Byington Named Sr. VP/CMO of Visit Seattle
Marketing expert Stephanie Byington has taken on the role of Sr. Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Visit Seattle.
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8 Convention Centers with Art Gallery-Worthy Vibes
In 2023, the Seattle Convention Center expanded its public art program with the opening of Summit, a new convention building designed as a way to "explore the city without leaving the building."
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Seattle: Connecting to Corporates
Seattle is built on a history of innovation and entrepreneurship and the opening of Seattle Convention Center’s Summit building has doubled capacity.
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Downtown Seattle Bustled in July, Stepping Closer to 2019 Benchmark
For the first time since the start of the pandemic, downtown Seattle's weekday worker foot traffic in July topped 60% of the 2019 benchmark.
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People on the Move
Visit Seattle has appointed veteran Seattle marketing executive Stephanie Byington as its new senior vice president and chief marketing officer.
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The 14 Smartest and Most Innovative Cities in America
Several smart cities in the U.S.A. are leading the way in innovation. Seattle has developed a Food Rescue Innovation Lab to find real-time information on excess food.
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Seattle Hotels Get Boost from Unlikely Source in Strong First Half
Seattle hotels just recorded the strongest first half to a year since 2019 — and corporate travelers may be to thank.
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Seattle Paine Field Earns Spot on Newsweek Best Small Airports List
Newsweek has unveiled its readers' choice list of the top 10 small airports in the country, and Seattle Paine Field International Airport made the list.
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Visit Seattle Partners with Travel With Meaning for Podcast Series
In a bid to highlight the “rich multicultural fabric” of Seattle, Visit Seattle has teamed up with Travel With Meaning (TWM) for a three-episode podcast series focused on intentional travel.
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Seattle Sets World Record Aboard Boat for LGBTQIA+ Vow Renewals
Visit Seattle welcomed LGBTQIA+ couples from all over the world for a vow renewal extravaganza on May 30 aboard one of Argosy's famed cruising ships, the Salish Explorer.
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2024 Smart Star Awards
Visit Seattle was recognized with a Smart Meetings Smart Star Award for the Best CVB/DMO category. Additional winners from the Seattle area include Seattle Convention Center and a number of hotels.
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Pride Guide to Celebrations Around the Nation
Seattle is one of the nation’s most LGBTQ-friendly places—just walk across any of the iconic rainbow crosswalks in Capitol Hill.
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Why Seattle is Good for Business - with Nordstrom CEO
Businesses in Seattle are fostering a culture of collaboration as they seek creative ways to serve their customers and communities.
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Visit Seattle and Seattle Bank Fuel Economic Growth with 2025 Community Partnership Program Supporting Diverse Local Businesses
Seattle’s thriving business community has just received a significant boost as Visit Seattle and Seattle Bank have announced the participating businesses for their Community Partnership Program.
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Support Local, Savor Global Right Here in Seattle
Social entrepreneur Laura Clise is looking to stem the tide collaborating with community partners to launch Amplify, a campaign to support and sustain 35 small businesses in the historic neighborhood.
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The Breakfast Group Held Its 43th Annual Tie-One-On Luncheon, Honoring Seattle’s Young Black Men
This nonprofit comprises civic-minded and professional Black men dedicated to mentoring and addressing challenges faced by at-risk youth of color, with a particular focus on Black males.
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Local Nonprofits Collaborate to Support Literacy and Freedom Through Written Words
Tracie D. Hall, widely known as a “Warrior Librarian” who has popularized the rally cry, “Free People Read Freely,” will speak at the Women’s University Club on April 4, 2025.
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Seattle Restaurants Rally Around Immigration Rights Issue
More than 100 restaurants, bars, cafes and popups are participating in a weekend-long Feb. 7-9 fundraising effort aimed at supporting immigration rights initiatives and organizations.
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Community Garden That Offer Refuge, Help Foster 'Wonderful Friendships'
In addition to its senior center and transitional housing for homeless people and domestic violence survivors, Door of Hope also operates a community garden it opened last April.
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El Centro de la Raza: Buy a Christmas Tree, Support Crucial Senior, Youth and Community Programming
The tree sale runs until Dec. 20 in Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood. Sales support youth, families and seniors in 43 El Centro de la Raza programs and services.
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Seattle's Jazz Community Finds Strength in Togetherness
Maintaining a vibrant jazz community in Seattle today requires constant adaptation, intentional effort — and a delicate balance between honoring traditions and embracing change.
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Community Support and Events Keep Seattle's Artistic Roots Intact
ACES is put on by Shunpike, a nonprofit providing fiscal sponsorship and administration services to artists in Washington, and organizes artist programs and shows.
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Seattle Restaurants Fuel Philanthrophy
In this charitable region, many non-profit organizations depend on the kindness of chefs, restaurateurs, wineries, breweries, farms, and food vendors to raise funds to help deliver services.
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Seattle Public Library Celebrates the Freedom to Read
The Seattle Public Library (SPL) is celebrating the freedom to read during Banned Books Week (September 22-28), with programs, displays, and an update on its Books Unbanned program.
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Fighting Poverty in Seattle with Fast and Flavorful Food
For more than 30 years, FareStart has meant a new start for nearly 15,000 people working their way out of poverty.
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Seattle Restaurant Community Remembers Two Beloved Chefs
The Seattle restaurant industry has lost two notable chefs who used food for social good.
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If You Paint It, Will They Come? Seattle Hopes So
The city is betting on murals as a way to revitalize Downtown spaces.
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6 Pacific Northwest Ice Cream Shops Using Local Ingredients for Irresistible Flavors
All of Molly Moon’s shops are in Washington with 90% of all ingredients from the PNW. “We’re not just homemade — we’re neighborhood-made,” Katie Cole, the shop’s marketing director, tells Food & Wine.
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Fun Fan Fare At Seattle Mariners Home Games Shines A Light On Players
The season’s sweet and savory culinary line-up is a big hit with the fans. Here’s what you need to step up to the plate and try, including a tribute to superstar Ichiro Suzuki.
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2025 James Beard Finalists Include 3 WA Chefs and Restaurants
Finalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards includes three Seattle-area restaurants and chefs.
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The Top 10 US Airports for Food and Drink, According to the Experts
Airport dining in America has finally achieved the culinary status that travelers have craved.
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A Family’s Oyster Odyssey
In the pristine waters of Shelton, Washington, Taylor Shellfish Farms stands as a testament to five generations of sustainable shellfish farming.
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Taste Washington Wine And Food Festival Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Running from March 13-17 in Seattle, Washington, this year’s festival will showcase over 200 Washington wineries and 80 restaurants under one roof.
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These Are the Top 100 Places to Eat in 2025, According to Yelp
Aroy Mak Thai Food in Seattle, Washington places seventh in Yelp's Top 100 Places to Eat in 2025.
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These Seattle Chefs, Restaurants Shine as 2025 James Beard Semifinalists
The James Beard Foundation has announced its 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists, highlighting the culinary excellence of several Washington-based establishments and professionals.
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Chef’s Table Talk 2025: Kristi Brown On Redefining Identity And Owning Her Place At The Table
Experience Chef Kristi’s unique culinary twists and inspiring journey of breaking molds while staying true to herself.
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2 Seattle Pastries You've Probably Never Heard of Before
Let’s cherry pick a sweet and a savory from the extensive lineup of goodies available on Seattle’s incredible lineup of bakeries. These two treats have unique stories that add to the tasty appeal.
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26 Unmissable Food Tours in the US
Take the guesswork out of your trip and join Eat Seattle Tours' Chef-Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market.
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The Best New Restaurants in America, 2024
Atoma’s in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood is named one of Esquire's best new restaurants in America in 2024.
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The 12s Football Fans Flock to Fresh Food and Sailgating in Seattle
The NFL’s Pacific Northwest city specializes in seafood with international flavors.
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14 Restaurants Across The US To Try For Native American Heritage Month Read More
Off the Rez is a groundbreaking Native-owned café and food truck based in the Emerald City.
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The 20 Best New Restaurants of 2024
The search for this year’s best new restaurants took us on a six-month expedition. Seattle's Sophon makes the list.
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Eating Around Seattle In Summer
This beautiful city remains one of the country’s best and most consistent food destinations.
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In the Pacific Northwest, Fresh Hop Beer Is Worth Traveling For
Seattle and Portland are the main hubs for fresh hop beer production.
Cruising from Seattle? Here's Where to Dine
If your Alaska cruise begins or ends in Seattle, you're sure to eat well. The city's vibrant culinary scene will not disappoint thanks to a bounty of incredible ingredients.
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The 11 Best New Bars in the US
How we ever lived without the Seattle bar blending imported teas with the eye-watering Chinese liquor baijiu, I’m not sure.
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Queer, Here, and Full of Flair: An Exploration of LGBTQ+ Seattle
Seattle isn’t just a city—it’s a statement. A misty, mossy, mocha-sipping metropolis where queerness isn’t just accepted, it’s celebrated.
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Seattle Shines for Pride Month as Top LGBTQIA+ Destination
Seattle has emerged as a leading destination for Pride Month celebrations, backed by a history of LGBTQIA+ advocacy and inclusive citywide initiatives.
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These Are the Safest Cities for LGBTQ+ Travelers, According to a New Report
A new report is providing important safety insights for LGBTQ+ travelers. Seattle, San Francisco, Portland, and San Diego rounded out the top five.
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Seattle Celebrates its Women Trailblazers
For Women’s History Month, Seattle is recognizing the women trailblazers who have shaped the city’s hospitality and cultural scene.
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Explore Seattle’s Black History Month: New Dining Spots, Tasting Rooms, and Cultural Exhibits
Seattle marks Black History Month in February, celebrating and acknowledging the significant contributions and enduring influence of the city’s Black community.
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The Road We Trod Black Travel Guide to Seattle
Black history museums, an art gallery filled with hand painted portraits of our favorites and fried catfish are just the start.
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Favorite PNW Travel Destinations from ‘Traveling While Black’ Creators
Seattle’s Marlie and Anthony Love are creators of the “Traveling While Black” YouTube channel and video series on the FOX SOUL streaming network. Here are their favorite destinations.
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6 Seattle LGBTQ+ Small Businesses to Support this Holiday Season
A recent trip to Seattle revealed just how creative and entrepreneurial the Emerald City has become.
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City Guide: Seattle—Brimming With Culture, Native American History & Flying Fish
Not only is it Washington State’s largest city, Seattle also brims with coffee culture, arts, Native American history, sports and abundant nature.
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Self-driving Wheelchairs at Sea-Tac Airport Whisk Mobility Challenged Travelers to Their Gates
Mobility challenged travelers at Sea-Tac International Airport have a high-tech new option for getting to their gates: self-driving, electric wheelchairs.
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Seattle Shines With Hispanic Culture: A Guide To The City’s Heritage Month Festivities
Seattle celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, immersing the city in a festive atmosphere with exciting events, tantalizing cuisine, and unique shopping opportunities.
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15 Best Chinatown Districts To Visit in the U.S.
Spring is the time to visit Seattle Chinatown, where cherry blossom trees bloom brilliantly on Kobe Terrace. Next, tea at the historic Panama Hotel and House is a must-do.
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A Queer 'Coolcation' in Seattle
Drinks were mixed to perfection, big city wows were everywhere, and everything we did and saw – even as tourists – felt queer friendly.
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Seattle Piloting Tactile Walking Surface Indicators to Assist People with Vision Disabilities Travel the City
The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is piloting several ‘Tactile Walking Surface Indicator’ markers that will help community members with vision disabilities.
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Celebrating Pride Across America
In Seattle, 56 couples from across the U.S. celebrated Pride Month by renewing their vows.
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BenDeLaCreme's Hot Take on Seattle & a Record-Breaking Vow Renewal Kicks Off Pride
BenDeLaCreme was on hand earlier this summer to emcee a Love For All Boat special sailing to commemorate 50 years of Pride in the Emerald City.
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Event Activations
An extremely inspirational activation at PCMA Convening Leaders was a pickleball court sponsored by Visit Seattle.
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Conference Bags That Change Lives
Seattle’s Refugee Artisan Initiative provides employment and job skills training to refugees, while diverting thousands of pounds of textiles and other materials from local landfills.
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Indigenous Influence
While Indigenous influence has always been a part of this modern city, a slew of recent developing galleries, museums, and other venues have brought it to the forefront.
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5 New Venues in Seattle For Spring 2025 Meetings and Events
Here's a closer look at Seattle's newest eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces available for events this spring.
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Emerald City Comic Con 2025 Embraces Its ‘Festivals’ Era
Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC), which kicks off Thursday, March 6 in Seattle, traditionally marks the beginning of the big comic convention season, which runs through October.
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Two Convention Center Buildings, One Meeting
How the 12,000-person meeting of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association found breathing room at the Seattle Convention Center campus.
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Convention Centers Evolve: From Shelters to Cultural Hubs, Embracing Year-Round Public Use
The Seattle Convention Center (SCC) unveiled “Summit,” a $2 billion addition, in January 2023. As one of North America’s rare vertical convention centers, Summit combines meeting spaces with vibrant s
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Washington: City Lights to Mountain Heights
From snowy mountains to ferry boats, the home of grunge to expansive green forests, to artsy-chic and environmentally conscious anywhere you go, Washington has a flavor unlike anywhere else.
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6 New Venues in Seattle for Fall 2024 Meetings and Events
Take a peek at these buzzworthy restaurants, hotels, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in Seattle.
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Refract Seattle: The Power of Connecting Events to Local Community
The greater Seattle area is home to over 700 glass artists and 100 glass studios. The Pacific Northwest has long been hailed as the United States’ regional hub of glass art.
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Trade Show Executive’s Digital Convention Center Spotlight: Part 1
Trade Show Executive (TSE) checked in with seven leading venues to learn how they work to delight participants and help events succeed.
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Including and Honoring Indigenous People
A growing number of meeting organizers and destinations have expanded their efforts to recognize and include Indigenous people, and their knowledge and culture, in their events.
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8 Things to Expect at IMEX America 2024
Among the many exciting show floor activations, Bauer highlighted Visit Seattle's sponsorship of pickleball
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EXHIBITOR Magazine Honors Best Convention Centers with 2025 Centers of Excellence Awards
Seattle Convention Center is recognized in EXHIBITOR Magazine’s 2025 Centers of Excellence for its world-class service and state-of-the-art accommodations.
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Pacific Northwest: Boise, Spokane and Seattle Have Plenty to Offer
Seattle is one of the great meeting cities on the West Coast and the location of one of the most stunning convention buildings in the nation.
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Engagement Without Barriers: How CEMA 2024 Wove in Inclusivity
The Corporate Event Marketing Association’s (CEMA) Summit, held August 4-6 in Seattle, set a new benchmark for intentional inclusivity.
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The Story of PAX. How a 'Misunderstanding' Led to One of the Largest Video Game Conventions Around
Visit Seattle estimates PAX West 2024 will produce $21.9 million in local economic impact when it takes over the Seattle Convention Center over Labor Day Weekend.
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Seattle: Connecting to Corporates
The opening of Seattle Convention Center’s Summit building has doubled capacity – crucial to a city seeking to attract more corporate groups.
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Experiencing 24 Hours of 'Bleisure' in Seattle as a Meeting Attendee
Here’s how I experienced 24 hours of “bleisure” in Seattle while attending CEMA Summit.
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ARVO Conference in Seattle Opened Eyes to Lingering International Travel Challenges
The 2024 conference at Seattle Convention Center was heralded as a return to almost completely in-person, with the ARVO Foundation Gala at the new Seattle Convention Center Summit Building ballroom.
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5 New Venues in Seattle for Summer 2024 Meetings and Events
Here's a closer look at Seattle's newest eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces available for events this summer.
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Savvy Savings
Kris La Fata, director of destination and convention services at Visit Seattle in Washington, notes that costs easily can be shared with successful planning.
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2024 World Travel Award Winners
Seattle Convention Center has won North America’s Leading Meetings & Conference Centre by the World Travel Awards.
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Notes From the Road: Seattle
I was lucky enough to spend a few days back in Seattle for Northwest Events Show at Seattle Convention Center’s exciting addition, the Summit building, a year after it opened.
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Pride Month 2024: A Look at Events Celebrating the LGBTQIA+ Community Around the U.S.
To mark the 50th anniversary of Seattle’s first Pride celebration, Visit Seattle teamed up with its agency partner Copacino Fujikado to present a “sea-worthy” celebration of love.
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Seattle Hosts 15 Citywide Events at SCC and Counting
Seattle has a flourishing meetings and events landscape marked by LEED-certified hotels teeming with eco-friendly initiatives and local produce-forward culinary experiences.
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Smooth Moves: How to Create Engaging Transition Moments at Events
Moving guests from one room to another can be an unexpected place for some surprise-and-delight moments.
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Seattle Convention Center Achieves LEED Platinum
In early January, the convention center announced its newer Summit building earned LEED Platinum certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
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New & Renovated: Convention Centers That Deliver
When developing the initial vision for the Seattle Convention Center (SCC) addition, the convention centner's board of directors gave the building architects two prevailing deign principles.
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PWHL Seattle Scores Big: Meghan Turner Named GM, Reuniting Women’s Hockey Icons on Shared Ice
Seattle just made a power play in professional women’s hockey. On Wednesday, the PWHL announced Meghan Turner as the first-ever General Manager of its new Seattle franchise.
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Spotlight: Washington (Page 40)
Seattle is situated on an isthmus between Puget Sound and Lake Washington. From natural beauty to serious sports infrastructure to a walkable downtown, Seattle offers it all.
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A First Look at the Great American Rail-Trail
The Great American Rail-Trail will cross the entire country when completed, but one of the most epic sections has already opened in Washington state.
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This Quiet Washington City Is An Underrated Gem For Nature Lovers
Washington is one of America's most beautiful states, and the region opens up many opportunities for nature enthusiasts.
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PWHL Kicks off Cross-Country Takeover Tour in Seattle
The PWHL, eying potential future expansion, began a nine-city tour through the U.S. and Canada.
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Visit Seattle Announces Preliminary $929 Million Economic Impact Projection for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Lumen Field will host six matches in tournament including U.S. national team group-stage game.
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Four Must-See Parks This Fall Herald a New Golden Age
Decades of planning and restoration come to fruition at Seattle’s Waterfront Park, a new Central Park rink and pool, the grounds of Olana, and Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania.
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Why Seattle Reigns To WNBA Star Jewell Loyd
The all-star Seattle Storm guard talks about basketball, business deals and the best spots in Emerald City for a good bite and scenic hiking.
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FIFA Announces Lumen Field as Club World Cup 2025 Venue
Lumen Field is part of 12 venues in 11 U.S. cities chosen to host the Club World Cup slated for June 15 through July 13, 2025.
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This City Was Just Named the Most Outdoorsy in the U.S.
Not only did Seattle score in the upper tier across most categories, but the city was also recognized for its access to various types of recreation.
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Kraken Make Jessica Campbell NHL's 1st Woman Assistant Coach
The Seattle Kraken have hired Jessica Campbell as an assistant coach, making her the first woman behind a bench in NHL history. This is the second time Campbell has made history.
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Huskies Claim their 20th Men’s Rowing National Title
Champions. For the 20th time. A great year for Washington men’s rowing was capped Sunday morning when the top-ranked Huskies won the Intercollegiate Rowing Association national championship.
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Everything You Need to Know About March Madness in Seattle
This year, the madness of March descends upon Climate Pledge Arena from March 20-22 for the first and second rounds of the men’s NCAA tournament.
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Alaska Airlines Launches Its First-Ever Flights to Europe
Alaska Airlines has unveiled plans to launch inaugural nonstop service between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in May 2026.
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This U.S. Airline Has a New Direct Flight to Tokyo
Flying to Tokyo from the U.S. just got easier. Alaska Airlines Group has a new direct flight connecting Seattle (SEA) and Tokyo (NRT).
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One Day in Seattle, Washington: Itinerary & Where to Go in 24 Hours
Experience one of the PNW’s most fascinating cities with this complete 1-day Seattle itinerary, including some of our favorite museums, coffee shops, and restaurants.
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Great Escapes: Sea Envy
During a trip to Seattle, I contemplate squatting in my hotel room and starting life anew in the Pacific Northwest.
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Best Free Things to Do in Seattle
Between exploring lively markets and heading outdoors, the Emerald City has a variety of activities that will leave your wallet in your pocket and your traveler heart full.
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The Best Wellness Retreats and Destinations in the USA
With the serene location of being right on the Pacific Ocean, Seattle is arguably the most picturesque city in the country.
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The Best Places in the World to Go See Some Snow
Few locations in the Pacific Northwest are more inundated by snow than Mount Rainier, a magnificent 14,440-foot peak about 50 miles south of Seattle.
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24 Christmas Vacation Ideas for 2024
The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle was built in the 1920s and this massive Italian Renaissance hotel is breathtakingly opulent.
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4 All-American Family Road Trips-and Tips for Surviving
Whether your family is inclined toward the artsy, foodie, or outdoorsy, Seattle is home to several worthy sites.
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The 35 Most Beautiful Places in the United States You Need to Visit ASAP
No need to buy that international ticket—stay local and road trip to these stunning spots.
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Why Seattle Should Be Your Next Urban Wellness Escape
With its fresh food and abundance of nature, it’s no wonder the aptly-named Emerald City was named the third healthiest city in the country this year.
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Seattle Is Booming—Here’s How Locals Are Keeping the Emerald City Green
Three tastemakers—in fashion, farming, and at an aquarium—share how Seattle’s sustainability credentials are shaping it. Plus, how to explore the city as a local.
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These Are The Top 10 U.S. Destinations Americans Will Visit This Summer
The 2nd most popular destination for American travelers this summer is Seattle.
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Here’s the Best Time of Year to Visit Seattle and What to Pack
Below is a breakdown of the four seasons in Seattle and suggestions for when to visit for certain experiences (fewer crowds, warmest weather, etc.)
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