If sunsets on the beach are your idea of heaven, head to this state park in the San Juan Islands where you can camp and kayak ...

Washington State's San Juan Islands make up a heavenly archipelago of nearly 200 islands in the Salish Sea, not far from the Canadian border. With mild weather year-round, pristine nature almost ...

A scenic ferry ride from Washington's coast leads to four peaceful islands where nature, history, and quiet beaches await ...

Looking to spot orcas in the wild, paddle through peaceful waters, and explore postcard-perfect coastal towns? The San Juan Islands in Washington offer all that and more. This guide breaks down how to ...

Under the cover of darkness, our small pod of explorers expanded into the waters of Griffin Bay in search of glow-in-the-dark marine life. Home to noctiluca scintillans, or “sea sparkles,” the waters ...

Stroke after stroke, we paddled further and further away from safety. Should we be here with our two precious kids, I thought as we headed out toward open water. As we rounded the corner it became ...

SAN JUAN, Wash. — “It is a magic place,” said Julie Aldcroft who had just arrived on Sucia Island in the San Juans by boat. "You're really in touch with nature when you're here,” said Steve Crosby, ...

FRIDAY HARBOR, Wash — Whether you arrive by land, or by sea, Snug Harbor Resort on San Juan Island just feels special. "It's very much like a throwback in time back to the the good old days," said ...

Some of the most revered islands in the United States are home to national parks, picturesque coastlines, and orca feeding grounds, according to a new report. Travel + Leisure magazine surveyed its ...

What is the price you would pay for paradise? For many cities, counties and countries across the world, a tourism fee is a sufficient starting sum. As travel has rebounded since the start of the ...

Anyone visiting northwestern Washington for the first time will receive a plethora of recreation recommendations, but perhaps the most essential is whale watching in the Salish Sea. The cold, ...