This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Seattle Monorail. It isn't necessarily a vital piece of the city's transportation picture because of its limited extent - it connects the Seattle Center... more
Just an update on the Ride Free Zone in downtown Seattle. The Ride Free service was discontinued a couple of months ago. The busses are all pay-as-you-enter now, and no more free bus. Sad to see it... more
There are a number of ferries that depart from various piers to the islands in Puget Sound. At pier 52 you can go to Bremerton or Bainbridge Islands. It's located very close to Ivar's and easy to... more
A great way to see downtown Seattle from the Harbor - and also visit an interesting coastal Seat tle neighborhood in the process - is to take the Water Taxi (really, it's more like a Water Bus) from... more
Processes at the SeaTac airport are not much different than what is found at most airports in the USA. However, there are a few differences that are good to be aware of:
1. The SeaTac Airport is not... more
There are seven public transit operators in the Seattle area, and even more when you start to include some of the connecting services, such as Intercity Transit in the Olympia area. This doesn't even... more
When you are driving to the Space Needle, make sure to park at the northside of the Space Needle because there is a street parking there and it is cheaper! It's located past the bamboo-look-alike... more
I was surprised in Seattle by a line of carriages waiting for costumers (not too enthousiastic).
I read that it is a tradition in holidays (it was almost Christmas when we were there), maybe more fun... more
Seattle Tacoma Airport was constructed in 1944 after the U.S. military took over Boeing Field during World War II. In 2011, the airport served over 32.8 million... more
If you take the bus (#510, #511, #513) from 9th and Stewart going to Chinatown, then it is still within the free ride area zone. The ride is about 10 to 15... more
Currently, there are no concerns on the freeways if you are travelling from Forks to the Seatac Airport. There are no consructions on the freeways right now.... more
We needed transportaition from the airport to Edmonds. Still did a good job. They have everything from town cars to stretch limos. Pickup from the curb outside... more
Amtrak is awesome! I recommend buying your tickets online bc it is easier to select dates and times for your specific needs. This mannor of transport isn't... more
Sound Transit Link Light Rail offers an easy, direct connection from Seattle Amtrak Station to SEA-TAC Airport. Walk out King St. exit, turn left to the Weller... more
The streets of Seattle are biker-friendly. At least the city is trying to. You can link your bicycle trips with public transportation to go just about... more
There is a bike path in Alki Point which is very safe and very nice. The view while you are biking is outstanding! The bike path is overlooking the Puget... more
Seattle has improved all the walkways and streets that these are accessible by wheelchairs and strollers. This is true close to the Waterfront. I see a lot of... more
This pedicab driver requested that I should email him his picture when I requested that I take this picture. He takes tourists to and fro at the Waterfront.... more
Parking at Pike Place Market is really difficult. So, if you are in Seattle, make sure to go to Western Avenue (instead of at the top of the Pike Place Market)... more
There are drivers for hire in Seattle. There is the Express Shuttle to the Airport, affordable town car sedans, customized tours, town car pick ups at... more
Go down to parking level at airport and get a shuttle bus which is cheaper than a cab and quick and easy. Usually less than $30 one way. Bus is possible but a... more
Below is lots of information on bicycling in Seattle (including from the airport).While the bikeways are not as well developed here as in Deutschland, there are... more
Conveniently located 1.5 miles from Interstate 5 - Sea-TAC (SEA) is abbreviated by a acronym-like name based off of Sea(ttle) and Tac(oma) as the two main hubs... more
We drove from Seattle to Vancouver via Interstate 5, crossing the corder at the Douglas (Peace Arch) Crossing. This is the main thoroughfare on the West Coast... more
Seattle is a remarkably walkable city for the US, with many of the great tourist attractions less than a mile from downtown, and easy walking routes throughout... more
(Pls check the travelogues to see pictures on each destination!)
Seattle is famous because of the fortune companies that are based here: Microsoft, Boeing, Starbucks, Amazon.com, Washington Mutual......
For those who prefer a step by step visit view, see my Visits to Seattle Travelogue.
Crammed into a narrow strip of land bewteen Lake Washington and Puget Sound, Seattle is the commercial center of...
November 4, 2006
You know I had to title my page this because everytime a Seahawks game is played here the announcers make this shocked remark like "wow I can't believe how nice it is today" like us...
I've been visiting, working and vacationing here for over 15 years, and to me Seattle is a jewel - definitely in my top-ten.
I'm a frequent business / holiday tourist, so unfortunately I doubt...
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