Vacations Blog
An Honest Take on Great Vacations
Profile: James Austin is a longtime Seattle, WA resident and Pacific Northwest native. A husband of 10 years and a first time father of an energetic toddler, James enjoys discovering and experiencing all the diverse beauty and wealth of exciting things to do within minutes of his Seattle home. James has been documenting his experiences as a new father for the past year on his dad blog “Luke, I am your Father.” In his free time, James enjoys managing people, as well as systems and operations, for a mid-sized office in a non-profit organization. James’ Favorite Vacation: The destination is Kailua Beach on Oahu, Hawaii. Kailua Beach is just my speed. It is located on the windward side of Oahu, far enough away from the hustle and bustle of Honolulu to make you feel like you are actually on an island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, but close enough that you can do an excursion to the city for some night life, if you desire. Kailua Beach is a wonderful place to take the family. The sand is soft, the water remains shallow several hundred yards out, and it is not overly crowded. It is also a perfect place to wake early and watch the sunrise, which once complete highlights the stunning topography of the surrounding mountains.
Posts by: James Austin
6 Free Things to Do While Visiting Seattle
Sep 30, 2009; 2 CommentsSeattle Central Library: Admission Always Free If you are one of the thousands or travelers to Seattle every week and are looking for a few ‘inexpensive’ things to see to supplement your stay, read on. Considering that the Fall weather... Read more »
Fall Hiking in the Northwest
Sep 30, 2009; 3 CommentsFall Offers Some Great Northwest Hiking Opportunities Autumn in the Northwest is a beautiful time of the year. And although it means that cooler temperatures and wet weather are just around the corner, it doesn’t also mean the end of your opportunity... Read more »
Farm Animals + Rides = Family Fun Near Seattle
Jun 24, 2009; 3 CommentsWhat's More Amusing than a Canoe Ride? People in the Seattle area are not easily amused. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not that we here in the Northwest are not funny people. Quite the opposite really. I mean, take a look at some of our... Read more »
Cape Disappointment State Park: Doesn’t Live Up to Its Name
Jun 18, 2009; 7 CommentsBeaches at Cape Disappointment Cape Disappointment. Not exactly a promising name for a place you’re planning to vacation. However, my wife, two-year-old son and I just returned from a long weekend at Cape Disappointment State Park where we vacationed... Read more »
Snoqualmie Falls: Power and Beauty Minutes from Seattle
Jun 11, 2009; 10 CommentsSnoqualmie Falls Washington If you are from the Seattle area, or will be visiting soon and are looking for a short day trip which provides a taste of Washington’s stunning scenic beauty, along with the option to do some hiking, picknicking, or... Read more »
5 Inexpensive Ways to Enjoy the Water in Seattle
Jun 09, 2009; 6 CommentsThe Center for Wooden Boats offers excellent opportunities to enjoy the Water in Seattle Late spring ushers in a wonderful time in the Northwest. Grey skies gradually give way to magnificent sunny afternoons paired with low humidity and lush green landscapes.... Read more »
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