I can not wait to come back to Renton and explore more. The quaint downtown area gives a "small…read moretown" feel in contrast to the booming urban landscape of nearby Seattle. I regret not patronizing the alluring shops, as many closed before 7pm. I fell in love with the uniquely situated library. Think, "A River Runs through It"! The city has had tons of restaurants, bars, parks, and larger shopping centers where you'll be sure to find something to do. Or just enjoy the quiet. I'll be back!!!

The City has been great for us, but most lately very helpful and friendly with our small…read moremodification building permit this year. Steve T was very patient discussing our needs, and the process before we submitted our application. Scott was great at the inspections. The Renton Senior Activity Center has one of the best facilities and programs around. I have compared senior centers to other municipalities when I visited, such as the Olympia area, and now I know even more what a wonderful city I live in. Renton has wonderful green parks that make use of the Lake Washington lakefront and of the Cedar River which runs through town. Lots of bicycle paths are available and some outdoor exercise equipment.

For one day, the city united and celebrated a 2nd SuperBowl Title by the Seattle Seahawks…read more It was a big bourbon street all over Seattle, a big Mardi Gras, elation, cheers, tears, screaming, and bliss. A Beautiful day for sure to display the 12's pride and joy parading down 4th St on foot, bus, trucks, convoys and so on. Alcohol free flowing on the streets :) without malice and only good vibes. Win or Lose, we love our Seahawks, wish everyday, everywhere could have the same vibe everyday. It doesn't cost anything to be kind, spread the love. These moments give hope to humanity, in a most f'ed up world we live in right now, a day like this reminds us to always stay positive and look forward.

It's so funny that you can review a city. I know Seattle gets a lot of hate for being leftist…read more(blessedly true) and expensive (also true), but it's also my favorite US city. After 14 years here, there's simply no beating Seattle's beautiful greenery and waterfront, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, or welcoming and progressive politics. We do pay a premium for all that awesomeness, but it's worth it. And all these great photos? Just a random camera roll selection from this past month. It's really that nice here.

Bainbridge Island is a lovely place to visit when you're in Seattle or the surrounding areas. Just…read morea short ferry ride away, you can find Winslow Way, which runs about ten city blocks, and encompasses on both sides a number of local businesses, including a bookstore, several galleries, and multiple restaurants and bakeries. A ferry terminal, with service to Seattle's Colman Dock, boards at the east end of Winslow Way. You can also find a number of public parks around the island. The last time I visited, we brought my friend's dog with us and he LOVED being able to check out all the forest-y areas. Many shops are also dog friendly. Very charming... love Bainbridge Island.

Bainbridge Island is a city and island in the Puget Sound. It's a suburb of Seattle. I highly…read morerecommend you visit if you're in Seattle. It's a nice day trip experiencing the ferry and enjoying the views. There are some beautiful museums and amazing historical sites, and delicious food options.

Love to live here. One of the best cities in Greater Seattle Area. Lot of cafes, gift shops,…read morerestaurants and bars. It's also well known by its underwater park in divers community. Parking is free everywhere - probably they should start charging to close the budget gap. It's always nice to come to the waterfront and enjoy view on Olympic mountains. You might see "Love where you live" phrase in the city. And that's true. And live where you love.

I have been familiar with the City of Edmonds for approximately the 30+ years of my existence. One…read moreof my grandmothers lived here first with a house, then as she aged a condominium unit. In addition to visiting her and the corresponding local adventures, my family had a boat for a few years that we stored in the driveway, but put in/took out of the water at Edmonds Marina. Restaurants near the marina and near Edmonds bowl/Downtown Edmonds were staples of my upbringing. The shops were also child-friendly growing up. My parents, grandma, sister, and I all liked the toy shop(s), kitchen shop(s), and a travel shaped called the Savvy Traveler. Salon 512 was where I got my haircut for several years (though when I was really young, my mom cut my bangs at home). I went to summer camps at the Anderson Center. As part of the summer camps we walked around Edmonds to different places, including walking to Yost Pool so we could go swimming. As a family, we went to Edmonds Driftwood Players Theater performances (stage) and routinely saw movies at Edmonds Theater (cinema). All of these experiences helped make Edmonds feel like an extension of home, we lived to the south in Shoreline. The City of Edmonds remains a place I continue explore with enjoyable experiences spanning a variety of business types. Traffic tends not to be too bad, as long as not during peak hours, and street parking is abundant though can fill up quickly.

Poulsbo is small but packs a big punch in terms of charm. The city planners have made considerable…read moreeffort to make the town walkable and attractive. There is a lot of free public parking. I would say, however, that at peak tourist season in August parking can be tight. There are numerous eating options. There are art galleries, artisan souvenir shops, a bakery, chocolatier, a book store, and several apparel stores. Of course there are bars and wineries. The big surprise is that this is a "Norwegian" town with flags up and down the main streets. Who knew? As you turn into the town there is a large viking statue that says "welcome" in Norwegian. There are lots of Norwegian-themed stores and restaurants. Since I've been to Norway four times, I have watched a lot Viking shows on the History channel. I have never seen any description of Vikings in the Pacific Northwest. No one in town seems to know how or why the Vikings arrived. So that a mystery to me. Overall, Poulsbo is both livable and an attractive place to spend a day as a tourist. People are friendly and happy. I understand why.

Super cute little Norwegian town! Many historic buildings. Highly recommend stopping at the…read moreMaritime Museum and Visitors Center first. The museum is free, and they have restroom facilities available. We walked down the main street. There are various shops and restaurants. Plenty of benches are placed throughout the main street on both sides. Lots of street parking available as well. There is a large parking lot on the marina for visitors. We absolutely loved all the decorative buildings and Scandinavian food offerings. Very clean and people friendly. Highly recommend.

Enjoy it before they slap down a guarded gate. Even now they watch invaders with many video…read morecameras. Lush, parklike lane with minimal traffic, ideal for biking, walking or jogging. (Except when my bike broke at the end, when I had to walk all the way back out in my cycling shoes). Stock up at the 76 gas station, no services on the point. Connected by paved trail parallel to the 520 freeway to Evergreen and Yarrow Points. Nice park and town hall on the north side near the entrance, otherwise one must stay on the roads.

Beautiful. Hunts Point may be the most desirable township in the area. The waterfront homes have…read moreprotected shorelines, the neighborhood isn't gated, but there's almost no need for a gate as there are no through streets. Freeway access is as good as it gets. This is a wonderful place to feel secluded on the water and still have quick access to Bellevue and Seattle.

sure, I know, I know...Clyde Hill right? I know it's got a reputation - and in many ways, it's…read moredeserved. It's an exclusively glorious part of Bellevue that reminds you how inferior your bank account balance is and gives you a glimpse of how the other half lives. That being said, if you should decide to take a walk through here on a sunny afternoon, you'll be treated to a tour of a permanent street....nay....neighborhood of dreams. Some of the most beautiful houses you've ever seen are here - and unlike the equally amazing mansions that exist over in Medina - here in Clyde Hill, they're all on display and can easily be seen without having a jump and fence and race away from guard dogs. The views from the top of Clyde Hill are spectacular. It's no wonder the houses cost what they do here. On a clear day, you can see all of Lake Washington, the entire Seattle skyline, and all framed by the Olympics in the background. Life is good here on the hill - no question. A word of advice though - don't even think about speeding through Clyde Hill. The cops here are always on the lookout and they'll get you if you're even 2 miles over. Oh, and they'll probably pull you over if your car is older than 1998 also. No reason. Just for driving an "older" car. (Seriously - heed my advice on this one.) The gas prices in Clyde Hill are a little over the top - but not as crazy as that Chevron station down on Main St. in Old Bellevue. And there's a very friendly Tully's location on the road that runs parallel to 520. By all means, take a tour through the Hill. Check out the beautiful houses and the incredible views. Just try not to look TOO suspicious, and ease up on the gas pedal. Trust me on this one.

10 out of 10 stars. Passport agency was amazing and helpful. Quick and efficient. Made everything…read morego smoothly. Front counter lady is best customer service ever experienced.

We needed two passports for our children and with minor passports they always need to be completed…read morein person. I was grateful to find this spot on a web search with Saturday hours from 9:30-5 pm. We arrived 20 minutes after opening and waited roughly forty minutes. It was well organized and had confidence that they knew what they were doing (I was a little nervous the last time doing it at the post office since the gentleman who helped me although nice seemed like it was the first time he was finishing a passport form). Given how difficult it is to find an agency that accepts passports on a Saturday highly recommend this spot!

"Take me to your best friend's house Goin' 'round this…read moreroundabout, oh yeah..." Take me to my best friend's house: https://www.yelp.com/collection/BQGAZJ_VkSnwFRuzXuNyDQ/Take-Me-To-My-Best-Friend-s-House-He-lives-near-Tacoma-but-we-hang-in-Seattle-too One of my favorite collections inspired by my many trips, vacations and visits to this slice of the Evergreen state. Usually always to spend time with my bestie and his husband in the city of Tacoma, Washington. For quite a bite of time I considered living here even during my favorite chilly time of year. Winters inside, strolls through the rain, brews in Downtown Tacoma at the Odd Otter Brewery, karaoke nights at The Mix - LGBTQ+ Bar or performances by Spumoni , getting my Quickie Too - Vegan Restaurant fix, feeding and/or just getting to know animals at Debbie Dolittle's Petting Zoo, Tacoma Mall... I'm here for you!! LeMay - America's Car Museum, vroom vroom :) There's so many fun hidden gems, and things to do. Bundle up if you're visit especially when the high is 49 to 52. Tacoma isn't perfect. Downtown, while full of fun things is also rough around the edges. As noted by signs, graffiti (sometimes artistic), and a need for improvement in general city upkeep. I'm not a resident, just a frequent visitor so I can't speak to city services and the grievances aired, but hope Tacoma continues to thrive, listen and learn. Be the change, embrace the change, and help create things you want to see happen as well as flourish. As the saying goes and is true to me, "You'll Like Tacoma!"

The city of Tacoma has a charming feel to it. Spacious and not as crowded as Seattle. Depending on…read morewhere you are, obviously, the views are beautiful. Though we only spent a few hours here, it was well worth it.