Tipping in Hotels
by machomikemd
Hotels: At least $1 or $2 per bag for the bellhop when you arrive and when you leave, and $2 to $3 a night for the hotel maid (just leave the cash daily in your room).
Parking: In garages, $1 for someone who retrieves your car. A valet, $2 to $3.
Visit Pike's Place market,...
by CrisL
Visit Pike's Place market, brouse for food and then have lunch at Place Pigale or Matts at the Market.
Don't miss Pioneer Square for great art, gifts and history. Fresh, fresh Seafood and exuberence.
See the city by foot. Over the...
by Deborah_Bagg
See the city by foot. Over the last five years, the downtown area has had a major make-over. Every year big business and buildings move in and make Seattle more modern and beautiful. One can do a lot of financial damage here. We boast a Nike Town, Nordstrom, Planet Hollywood, Eddie Bauer, and hundreds of other big and small shops. Check out some of the new specialty shops in the Belltown area, or see a local band perform in Pioneer Square. When I am away from home, I mostly miss the cool weather and awesome food. You can get any kind of food here, and I mean any kind. Thai is popular here, as is our great seafood. If you love seafood, don't leave town without having some Alaskan Halibut or Salmon.
Space Needle
by jujub
The Space Needle has a great view from its Observation Deck, with interesting history and factoids on its walls, as well as a very eager, friendly and knowledgeable staff ready to answer any questions that you might have. If you go on a clear day, you will be able to see Mt. Rainier. There are complimentary telescopes on the deck, for your magnifying viewing pleasures.
There is a restaurant on the Needle, and reservations are highly recommended. average price for a main course: $35 bucks.
Built in 1962, the Space Needle served as the symbol of that year's World's Fair. It has since become the symbol of Seattle, and one of the most recognizable structures in the world. The privately owned Space Needle is managed by the Space Needle Corporation. --> that means no discount for students, museum employees, etc, etc, etc.
Adult ticket costs $12.50.
General Location:
Space Needle
400 Broad Street
Seattle, WA 98109
Located near the Monorail and Seattle Center House at 5th Avenue North & Broad Street.
phone: (206) 905-2100
Seattle Music Scene: Listen to KEXP 90.3FM
by akilgore42
Seattle is well-known for it's local indie music scene, which has produced many artists that go on to achieve greater fame on a national or international level. For this reason, true Seattleites listen to KEXP 90.3FM in order to discover new music, keep informed of local concert events, and avoid the shlock of commercial radio. The station is listener supported, meaning it is operated by donations from the community rather than Clearchannel or annoying commercials. The DJ's are knowledgeable, friendly and funny. Local artists are heavily promoted, but the DJ's also strive to educate listeners about current trends or legendary artists by playing an eclectic mix of indie rock, blues, underground hip hop, world music, electronica and folk music from beyond the Northwest. If you hear something you like, note the time and check the detailed playlist they post online. I've discovered some of my favorite artists that way. Again, all of this is achieved without annoying commercials or obnoxious shock DJ's. Once you discover it, you will not want to listen to any other radio station again! So turn your dial to 90.3FM as you drive into Seattle, or listen online at www.kexp.org for an authentic experience of Seattle.