Nestled on Fidalgo Island in the Pacific Northwest, you’ll find the coastal city of Anacortes, Washington–the ideal home base for everything adventure.

Spring in Washington State welcomes warmer weather, fresh growth, and a special group of gray whales.

Orcas, humpbacks, sea lions and more! The Salish Sea, a vast inland waterway tucked between Vancouver Island and the northwest side of Washington State is a nature lover’s dream.

A bird's eye view of one of the marina's in Anacortes, Washington. Anacortes–the only town on Fidalgo Island–may sound Spanish, and that wasn’t by accident. Founded in 1879 by Amos Bowman, the town’s name was inspired by his wife, Anne Curtis. The Spanish twist aligned with the Hispanic naming conventions popular throughout the Puget Sound region at the time. Previously known in the 1800s as Ship Harbor, Anacortes has since grown into a beloved destination for exactly that re

If you’re planning a whale watching trip in the Pacific Northwest in the summer months, you’ll need to figure out where to stay, a departure location, and what tour time to choose.