[Kerwin at Passrider.com] 12 Days Of Christmas - 12 Things To Do In Seattle, WA USA

Hi,

Everyone wants to go to Budapest, Hungary as 50.41% of the votes are for Budapest. Who knew? Umm…

I hope you enjoyed the information I provided in the last email. In this email, we will talk about Seattle, WA in the U.S. Pacific Northwest region as that’s the next one with the highest score.

Seattle, WA is one of my favorite U.S. cities to visit. There’s quite a bit to do and of course, it’s home to Boeing and Concorde that I flew back in 2003. Despite the rain, the views are amazing.

True Story: When I graduated college with MAS from Embry-Riddle, I sent out sixty job applications. Everyone came back saying No, except one from Microsoft. I said “No,” as I didn’t want to work for an airline and I didn’t want to move to Seattle :-). I wanted to work for an airline as I left the banking industry so I could get back into aviation.

So, after I told them “No, I checked the paper and Delta was hiring for ramp workers, so I went to work for Delta on the ramp at Washington-National Airport (DCA); I don’t think it was called Washington-Reagan National just yet. Delta said they had no positions open for me in corporate, so I started on the ramp.

The folks I worked with thought I was a plant as I had a Masters degree and I was working on the ramp, so they never talked to me for about a month when they finally believed me :-).But I digress…

Seattle, Washington is a dynamic city that boasts a rich tapestry of experiences, from its lush parks and vibrant waterfront to its prominent landmarks and innovative industries.

Whether you're gazing out from the top of the Space Needle or wandering through the historic corridors of Pike Place Market, you'll find that Seattle offers a unique blend of natural beauty, artistic expression, and technological advancements.

Each activity in the Emerald City promises to provide a glimpse into the heart of Pacific Northwest culture and ingenuity.

The following airlines serve the main airport Seattle/Tacoma International (SEA) and it’s the home for Alaska Airlines (AS):

Aer Lingus (EI), Aeromexico (AM), Air Canada (AC), Air France (AF), Air Tahiti Nui (TN), Alaska Airlines (AS), All Nippon Airlines (NH), American Airlines (AA), Asiana Airlines (OZ), British Airways (BA), Condor (DE), Delta Air Lines (DL), EVA Airways (BR), Emirates (EK), Finnair (AY), Frontier Airlines (F9), Hainan Airlines (HU), Hawaiian Airlines (HA), Icelandair (FI), Japan Airlines (JL), JetBlue Airways (B6), KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL), Korean Airlines (KE), Lufthansa German Airlines (LH), Qatar Airways (QR), Singapore Airlines (SQ), Southwest Airlines (WN), Spirit Airlines (NK), Sun Country Airlines (SY), Turkish Airlines - Star Alliance (TK), United Airlines (Star Alliance) (UA), Virgin Atlantic Airways (VS), Volaris (Y4) and WestJet (WS).

There is a train that runs from the airport to downtown Seattle, so be sure and check that out too.

Here are the 12 most popular things to do in Seattle, WA, based on the search results:

1. Pike Place Market: A historic market with various vendors, shops, and restaurants. It is a must-visit and a significant tourist attraction in Seattle

2. The Space Needle: An iconic observation tower offering panoramic views of the city and the surrounding area

3. Chihuly Garden and Glass: An exhibit showcasing the studio glass of Dale Chihuly, including a garden, glasshouse, and interior exhibits

4. The Museum of Flight: One of the largest air and space museums in the world, with over 175 aircraft and spacecraft including Concorde.

5. The Boeing Factory Tour: Take a tour of the Boeing Factory in Everett, WA. Also drive down to Renton, WA to see the Boeing operations there. No tours though. Plus you can see the planes ready for delivery at Being Field when you go to the Museum of Flight.

6. Kerry Park: A popular spot to enjoy a panoramic view of the city, including the Space Needle and Mount Rainier

7. T-Mobile Park: A baseball park and home to the Seattle Mariners

8. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks: Also known as the Ballard Locks, a popular spot to watch boats and salmon

9. Pacific Science Center: A science museum with interactive exhibits, IMAX movies, a tropical butterfly house, and a planetarium

10. Discovery Park: A large park offering trails, beaches, and stunning views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains

11. Seattle Art Museum: A world-class art museum with a diverse collection

12. Original Selfie Museum: A unique museum for those interested in taking creative and fun selfies

Plus, my friend Mary Jo, has written a book about Secret Seattle, that may be well worth looking at as she’s a local.

You can also take the Washington State Ferries which offers a scenic way to explore the Puget Sound and the surrounding areas

And if you need a car, you can use any of the major companies or my friend Yijun is on Turo.com.

In the next issue, I’ll send you a link to read more about Budapest on Passrider.com.

You can use this link to find some information on tours, etc. using my partner Viator.

Plus, here is some information from the Seattle Tourism Board - https://visitseattle.org/

If you’ve not already voted for the next place, you may do so below or just hit reply.

Thanks for participating.

Kerwin
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