#1 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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hhmead says:
With Seattle it's really important to figure out what part of the city you're going to see for one day. Every major attraction that I love takes at least half a day to be fully appreciated.
Seattle Center: It's extremely touristy, so I will warn you there, but it is a fun taste of what Seattle h…
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#2 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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aelder2259 says:
When I booked my trip to Thailand through Hotels.com, they partnered with Expedia for the excursions. Expedia booked all my excursions through Power Snorkel on a Thai Travel Card (sounds complicated, doesn't it?). I'm not sure who actually gets the credit...Hotels.com, Expedia.com, or Power Snorkel,…
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#3 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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aelder2259 says:
I flew on Korean Air from Seattle to Bangkok (on my way to Nepal) in 2008. They seemed to have larger attendants to passenger ratio than other airlines I have flown. The attendants were very attentive and gave excellent service. The seats in coach were roomy, even for an over-sized person like mysel…
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#4 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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aelder2259 says:
If you can't access the website (http://cntpromo.com/tipping/) to figure out how much to tip, the following is a brief overview of popular countries.
THE MIDDLE EAST
Iran - Most service charges are included, so tipping isn't necessary. To really express appreciation at a restaurant, give a few d…
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#5 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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clearviews says:
Loved this city best of all in the USA. It was clean, fresh and had an interesting history. There was plenty to see as we wandered around the Pike markets and visited the Experience Music Project. It's a huge building housing history of modern music, musical instruments, stories of Jimmi Hendrix,…
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#6 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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X_Drive says:
We got the chance to fly a Bombadier Q400 from Seattle to Portland. What a pleasure!! This is a turboprop manufactured by de Havilland Canada, and is great for short to medium runs. The Q stands for quiet, and I must admit that even seated as close as I was the sound was very minimal. The plane…
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#7 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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aelder2259 says:
Ride The Space Needle:
Seattle Center, 400 Broad St.; (206) 905-2100; www.spaceneedle.com
A 43-second elevator ride takes you up 520 feet to the observation deck of this world-famous landmark, built for the 1962 World's Fair. Enjoy a meal at SkyCity, the restaurant at the top that revolves 360°…
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#8 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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Adrian_Liston says:
Despite its reputation as a city deluded with rain, Seattle actually has excellent weather. Summers are warm and dry, with day time maximums usually in the mid-20s C (70s F). Summer days typically have beautiful blue skies, occasionally with cloud cover in the mornings. Winters are quite mild consid…
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#9 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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Traveling_Brian says:
It rains in Seattle. You probably know that. In fact, everyone seems to think it rains here all the time. I'd have to disagree with that. But it does rain a lot. In the winter, you can expect some rain each day. Not all day, but usually in the morning or in the evening.
Weather in Seattle is unpr…
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#10 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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saima8 says:
Check out www.NGOabroad.com for opportunities to volunteer abroad. There is a questionnaire to see what experience you can offer before being placed.
This is the organization that placed me in Bolivia and helped me with all arrangements. (They are based in Seattle).
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#11 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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aelder2259 says:
Argosy Cruises:
Pier 55, 1101 Alaskan Way; (206) 623-1445; www.argosycruises.com
Harbor, lakes and locks, cruises featuring history and facts, scenery and Seattle's famous places.
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park:
11610 Trek Dr. E.; Eatonville; (360) 832-6117; www.nwtrek.org
See North Ameri…
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#12 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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aelder2259 says:
Want to get some added space in your luggage for souvenirs on your return trip home?
Here's two big things you can do to make room:
1. Pack disposable underwear and socks. After you wear them, you throw them away, so you don't need to bring them home.
2. Pack clothes you don't care about and d…
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#13 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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aelder2259 says:
The Children's Museum:
Seattle Center; 305 Harrison St.; (206) 441-1768; thechildrensmuseum.org
Children explore familiar places from their own neighborhoods and sicover cultures from around the glove in kid-size displays where they can skipper a sea-going ship, visit a tailor shop in Chana or r…
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#14 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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aelder2259 says:
Bainbridge Island:
Getting there: 35 minutes by ferry
See & do: Restaurants, shops, galleries, public art, museums, theater, gardens, markets, parks, & vineyards
More info: bainbridgeisland.com
Vashon Island:
Getting there: 20-30 minute drive via West Seattle Bridge to Southworth Ferry;…
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#15 of 24 general tips & advice in Seattle
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aelder2259 says:
Seattle Art Museum:
1300 First Ave.; (206) 654-3100; seattleartmuseum.org
A recent renovation has added 118,000 square feet of gallery space. It boasts the greatest concentration of Asian, African and Modern art.
Olympic Sculpture Park:
2901 Western Ave.; (206) 654-3100; seattleartmuseum.org…
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