Travel tips & advisories

Cars move northbound and southbound along I-5 through Everett on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

WSDOT: More important than ever to plan ahead for holiday traveling

Everything you need to know when traveling over Christmas and New Year’s holidays.

 

The North Cascades Highway is seen from the Washington Pass overlook in 2021. (Sue Misao / The Herald)

Adventure & stunning scenery await: North Cascades Highway reopens for 2025 season

The Washington State Department of Transportation has reopened State Highway 20, also…

 

Avoid being taken in by a fraudster by knowing some of the tell-tale signs. Photo courtesy Canva

Don’t fall prey to a vacation scam: 7 tips to safeguard your holiday travels

It’s a nightmare scenario: you’ve made all the arrangements for an exciting…

 

Those with mobility disabilities spend US$58.2 billion on travel every year. Thanks to the efforts of disability advocates, some popular destinations have invested in wheelchair-friendly trails and better infrastructure surrounding top attractions.

Travel is becoming more accessible, but digital barriers are rising

When was the last time you took hotel bed height into account when making vacation plans? Or have you ever had to consider which hiking… Continue reading

Those with mobility disabilities spend US$58.2 billion on travel every year. Thanks to the efforts of disability advocates, some popular destinations have invested in wheelchair-friendly trails and better infrastructure surrounding top attractions.
A roadtrip, like a drive of US Highway 101 along the Oregon coast, can offer affordable opportunities for a getaway.

Last-minute, low-cost tips for West Coast travel

It’s already mid-July and you haven’t booked anything but still want to go on vacation. The good news? With its stunning landscapes, cities and diverse… Continue reading

A roadtrip, like a drive of US Highway 101 along the Oregon coast, can offer affordable opportunities for a getaway.
No matter where your summer adventures will take you, a little pre-planning will help ensure a successful trip.

10 travel tips to ensure a memorable trip

With summer well and truly here, many of us are readying for a getaway. Whether you’re dreaming of sandy beaches, mountain retreats or new cities… Continue reading

No matter where your summer adventures will take you, a little pre-planning will help ensure a successful trip.
Mount Rainier National Park has seen a 40 per cent uptick in visitor numbers over the past 10 years. Dewar Photography // Shutterstoc

The 6 US national parks requiring an entry permit in summer 2024

By Cu Fleshman Jam-packed parking lots, gridlocked roads, bustling crosswalks – these aren’t scenes from New York City or Los Angeles but from some of… Continue reading

Mount Rainier National Park has seen a 40 per cent uptick in visitor numbers over the past 10 years. Dewar Photography // Shutterstoc