Olympia Splurge!
Olympia is a small and scenic city about an hour's drive south of Seattle. Charming historic B&Bs, surprisingly creative chefs, a plethora of spas and some world-class fine entertainment make it a perfect off-the-beaten-path destination for a splurge weekend.
A secluded English Tudor mansion on the forested shores of Puget Sound could be the setting for a murder mystery or a romantic getaway. I'd choose The Inn at Mallard Cove for the latter. Each room has its own bath, fireplace and private terrace. And, each morning, guests enjoy a full gourmet breakfast.
The year was 1887. A timber baron and his wife built their 17-room Queen Anne style mansion in the heart of Olympia. Fast forward to the present - the home has become Swantown Inn B&B where your elegant lodging for your Olympia splurge weekend awaits. Luxury amenities and a delicious gourmet breakfast round out the experience.
Downtown's main performance venue, Washington Center for the Performing Arts, is the reason.
Creative cuisine highlights the selections at Olympia's busy Waterstreet Cafe, a short distance from the Capitol Campus. This famify owned and operated restaurant, popular with the state's political power brokers, is a great spot to duck in and relax over some fine dining and an award-winning wine list. The atmosphere is warm and upsca... More >
Creative cuisine highlights the selections at Olympia's busy Waterstreet Cafe, a short distance from the Capitol Campus. This famify owned and operated restaurant, popular with the state's political power brokers, is a great spot to duck in and relax over some fine dining and an award-winning wine list. The atmosphere is warm and upscale casual.
Olympia has some talented chefs, and Dockside Bistro's Chef Cedar Martin tops the list. At this small, intimate spot tucked away on the waterfront at Percival Landing, you'll find fresh, local, top-quality Pacific Northwest ingredients handled with skill and creativity. The dishes and presentations are elegant and sophisticated. Docksi... More >
Olympia has some talented chefs, and Dockside Bistro's Chef Cedar Martin tops the list. At this small, intimate spot tucked away on the waterfront at Percival Landing, you'll find fresh, local, top-quality Pacific Northwest ingredients handled with skill and creativity. The dishes and presentations are elegant and sophisticated. Dockside Bistro tops my list of romantic dining spots in Olympia.
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What splurge is complete without a pampering spa indulgence? In Olympia, you'll have a wide range of day spas to chose from, but V-Spa offers an extensive menu of individual treatments and packages for him-her, her-her or him-him splurges. Start with the Escape Two Together package and design your own extended couples spa day with whichever add-on treatments strike your fancy. A long menu of treatments designed for him will make sure he's not left out in the waiting room flipping through Vogue.
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Olympia attracts world-class performances from musical concerts to comedians to dance. Downtown's main performance venue, Washington Center for the Performing Arts, is the reason. While you're in Olympia, check the venue's website for available tickets and create a your own splurge evening with theater and fine dining. More
Olympia attracts world-class performances from musical concerts to comedians to dance. Downtown's main performance venue, Washington Center for the Performing Arts, is the reason. While you're in Olympia, check the venue's website for available tickets and create a your own splurge evening with theater and fine dining.
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