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Residence Inn Seattle Northgate Station opens with 167 keys
InnVentures announces the addition of Residence Inn Seattle Northgate Station. The new hotel, developed by Simon, a global leader in premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations, continues a decades-long relationship between InnVentures and Residence Inn, and adds an important hospitality amenity to the burgeoning Northgate Station complex. “We were the first management company to partner with Residence Inn by Marriott in the Seattle region 42 years ago, and over the decades we’ve continued to enjoy a strong relationship with the brand,” said David Montrose, Executive Vice President & Head of InnVentures. “We’re very happy to have the new hotel at Northgate Station bring that relationship full circle, and to be partnered with Simon on this region's most exciting new shopping and recreational destination." The 167-room Residence Inn Seattle Northgate Station, located at 10600 1st Ave NE, joins the Northgate Sound Transit light rail bus station and Kraken Community Iceplex, the official training facility for the Seattle Kraken NHL team and regional hub for ice sports in the Pacific Northwest. Hotel guests will enjoy easy access to the development’s numerous shops, restaurants, and communal gathering areas, as well as the light rail that brings guests to Downtown Seattle within minutes. InnVentures continues to build its portfolio both in the Pacific Northwest and across the country. In 2023, InnVentures’ portfolio increased by 25 hotels in nine states, including entry into Virginia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Connecticut and Maryland, as well as additional expansion in Florida, Colorado, Washington, and Oregon.
Seattle’s Museum Month returns for its 10th anniversary
Celebrating a decade of connecting travellers to Seattle’s top museums and cultural institutions in an affordable and accessible way, next month, Seattle Museum Month returns for its 10th anniversary. From 1-28 February, guests staying at one of 71 downtown hotels will receive a Seattle Museum Month pass offering half-off admission for up to four people at participating attractions. Perfect for families and curious travellers seeking Seattle getaways, this year’s milestone programme combines exclusive discounts with exciting new experiences. Highlights include the Seattle Aquarium’s expanded exhibits in its brand-new Ocean Pavilion and the Museum of History and Industry’s “Almost Live! (Almost an Exhibit)” a special showcase about Seattle’s sketch comedy show “Almost Live!”, which aired on KING 5 from 1984 to 1999. With convenient locations near top attractions and cosy accommodations serving as home base, participating downtown hotels provide the ideal starting point for exploring the city’s museums and landmarks – and staying at one is the only way to receive an official Seattle Museum Month guest pass, unlocking exclusive discounts. “At W Seattle, we love Seattle Museum Month in February. Our location at Fourth and Seneca, in the financial and cultural core of the city, is ideal for guests to enjoy all the great museums throughout Seattle,” said Greg Campbell, director of sales and marketing at W Seattle. “We also offer wonderful works of art in our own hotel with multiple murals by artist Morgan Zion, including an entire floor called ‘FACES,’ dedicated to the people, places and neighbourhood that make Seattle so special.” Those participating in Seattle Museum Month can experience new exhibitions and displays like “The Reef”, the Seattle Aquarium’s newest and largest reef habitat in its Ocean Pavilion facility, which showcases the lush biodiversity of the Coral Triangle in the Indo-Pacific. Making its Museum Month debut, the Log House Museum—a Seattle historical landmark located near Alki Beach— offers visitors an opportunity to explore the city’s vibrant history and cultural heritage. “Seattle Museum Month is an awesome tradition celebrating the dynamic and robust local museum community. We are so lucky to be a part of one of the best museum cities in the world,” says Elizabeth Rudrud, programmes and community outreach director at the Log House Museum. “Our current exhibit, ‘Seattle’s Forest: The West Duwamish Greenbelt,’ highlights the geologic, Indigenous, and political history of the city’s largest contiguous forest. It was developed by community partners including the West Duwamish Greenbelt Trails Group and the Duwamish Tribe. We are honoured to welcome visitors from around the world to share the history of this significant place.” With family-friendly entertainment, world-class exhibits and unbeatable savings, Seattle Museum Month makes discovering the city’s cultural gems easier than ever. Visitors can maximise their savings in February with half-price admission to the top venues listed below – often offsetting the cost of their hotel stay for a more affordable, culturally rich getaway. Participating area museums for Seattle Museum Month: Bainbridge History Museum* Bainbridge Island Museum of Art Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Discovery Center* Burke Museum The Center for Wooden Boats* Chihuly Garden and Glass Frye Art Museum* Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park* Log House Museum* Museum of Glass Museum of History & Industry Museum of Pop Culture (Special exhibit not included) National Nordic Museum Olympic Sculpture Park* Pacific Science Center (Special exhibit not included) Pacific Bonsai Museum* Seattle Aquarium Seattle Art Museum Seattle Asian Art Museum Seattle Pinball Museum The Museum of Flight USS Turner Joy Wing Luke Museum Woodland Park Zoo
Hainan Airlines’ maiden Haikou-Seattle flight successful
Hainan Airlines successfully flew the initial flight of its Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle route on the morning of 26th September from the Haikou Meilan International Airport, officially launching its first international route from Haikou to the United States. As Hainan Airlines' 13th international and regional route out of Haikou, the route is expected to play a positive role in promoting economic development and cultural exchanges between Haikou and Seattle. It is also hoped that the new route will help promote the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port, and provide more support and convenience for exchanges between the people of China and the United States. A weekly route Officials plan to operate a single round-trip Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle flight a week, with flights scheduled every Thursday. The outbound flight takes off from Haikou Meilan International Airport at 07:05 Beijing time, arrives in Chongqing at 08:55 , stops in Chongqing, takes off from Chongqing at 11:20 , and arrives at Seattle Tacoma International Airport at 09:00 local time. The total flight time is expected to be 16 hours and 55 minutes. Meanwhile, the return flight is scheduled to take off from Seattle Tacoma International Airport at 11:00 local time, arrive in Chongqing at 16:00 Beijing time the next day, stop in Chongqing, take off from Chongqing at 18:30, and arrive at Haikou Meilan International Airport at 20:45. The total flight time is expected to be 18 hours and 45 minutes. Flying to the world At present, Hainan Airlines has resumed, newly opened, or plans to operate more than 50 international and regional round-trip passenger routes departing from cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Haikou, Chongqing, Xi'an, Changsha, Taiyuan, Dalian, Guangzhou, and Hangzhou, among others. In the future, the airline aims to accelerate the resumption and opening of international and regional routes to meet the evolving travel needs of global passengers.
Hainan Airlines opens route to Seattle in September
Hainan Airlines announced that it opens a new Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle route beginning 26th September, its first international route flying from Haikou to the US. As Hainan Airlines’ 13th international and regional route departing from Haiko, it serves as a convenient bridge between Hainan and the US, further promoting the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port. The route features one round-trip flight per week on the Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle international route, flying every Thursday. The outbound flight takes off from Haikou Meilan International Airport at 07:00 Beijing time, arriving in Chongqing at 09:10. It takes off again from Chongqing at 11:20, then arrives at Seattle Tacoma International Airport at 09:00 local time. The total flight time is expected to be 17 hours. The return flight, on the other hand, takes off from Seattle Tacoma International Airport at 11:00 local time, arriving in Chongqing at 16:00 Beijing time the next day. It then takes off from Chongqing at 18:30, and arrives at Haikou Meilan International Airport at 20:45. The total flight time is expected to be 18 hours and 45 minutes.
Top eight secrets for Seattle Travellers
Photographer: Rachael Jones Although known for its scenic skyline, grunge music heritage and famous food offerings, Seattle has numerous hidden gems and quirky truths that make it a one-of-a-kind destination. Below are eight Seattle secrets which every traveller should learn before making a trip across the pond. The Space Needle was originally sketched on a napkin Standing at 605 feet tall, the Space Needle is arguably one of the most recognisable landmarks in the world. Opening in 1962, the tower’s futuristic design was chosen to symbolise humanity's Space Age aspirations. Just three years earlier, Edward E. Carlson who would soon become the chief organiser of the 1962 World’s Fair, which the Space Needle was built for, travelled to Stuttgart, Germany where he was inspired by Stuttgart Tower, a well known TV tower which included a restaurant on top. The inspiration sparked him to sketch a similar structure on a hotel napkin with the thought that it would make a great centrepiece for Seattle’s developing skyline. Seattle is home to the world’s largest floating home Located on the picturesque Lake Union, Seattle is home to the largest floating home in the world. More than 2,000 sq ft, some might remember it from the romantic classic Sleepless in Seattle starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. Built in 1978, the quirky home has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. For travellers who want to admire the building from the outside, there are numerous operators which offer Lake Union sightseeing cruises. There are many bad art attractions that are now hot tourist spots Fans of unique art should head to the world famous Giant Shoe Museum in the lower level of Pike Place Market which gives an insight into what an old circus show would look like. Just a few metres away, the famous gum wall is a tourist attraction which was created after a comedian performing at the Market Theatre was told he wasn’t allowed gum inside so he placed it on the wall. This then stuck (literally) with locals and tourists alike, and now makes up a colourful gum collection from people travelling far and wide, each with a story to tell. The destination is home to a giant troll Better known as the Fremont Troll, the scary sculpture resembling Billy Goats Gruff has an interesting story, dating back to 1932 when the Aurora Bridge was built. Many passersby reported troll sightings beneath it and the sightings were so frequent that in 1989, the Fremont Arts Council held a creative competition in hopes of replenishing the area under the bridge and getting rid of its troll reputation. This was until sculptor Steve Badanes won the competition with a giant troll statue inspired by the children’s tale Billy Goats Gruff. Created out of two tons of ferroconcrete, wire, and redbar steel, the statue stands at 18 feet tall and is crushing a Volkswagen Beetle with its hand. Seattle has more UFO sightings than anywhere else in the country Surpassing the most famous extraterrestrial destinations such as New Mexico, Area 51 and the ‘UFO Highway’ in Nevada, Seattle is said to have more sightings of alien transport than any other place in the country. In total, the city has had 78.2 sightings per 100,000 people. For those searching for ET, head to the city’s southside to explore the weird and unknown. Seattle has an underground city The Seattle Underground is a series of subterranean passageways and basements situated in the Pioneer Square neighbourhood of Seattle, Washington. Originally at ground level when the city was established in the mid-19th century, these underground spaces fell into disuse following the elevation of the streets. In recent years, they have been revived as a popular tourist destination, offering guided tours for visitors to explore the historic area. The rain reputation isn’t as bad as you might think Although Seattle is known for its rainy climate, it actually receives less annual rainfall than destinations like New York and Houston. The city’s reputation comes from the frequency of its light drizzle rather than heavy downpours. Seattle is a haven to the book worm A UNESCO Literary destination, Seattle is one of the most literate cities in the US. Boasting numerous bookstores such as Elliott Bay Book Company and an impressive public library system, including the architecturally renowned Seattle Central Library, Seattle is perfect for the avid book lover.
Lufthansa flies from Munich Airport to Seattle for the first time
On Friday afternoon, 218 passengers flew with Lufthansa from Munich to Seattle for the first time. The airline is now offering three weekly flights from Munich to the US metropolis on the Pacific using the most sustainable long-haul aircraft, an Airbus A350. This makes Seattle its fifth destination on North America's West Coast after San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Vancouver. Boasting a wide range of green spaces in the urban area and extensive forests, Seattle has been voted the "most livable city" in the US on multiple occasions. With its coastal location and numerous national parks, including the almost 4,400-meter-high Mount Rainier volcano, it offers travelers a great deal of variety. Thanks to its proximity to Canada, the port, and global corporations such as Amazon and Microsoft, the city with 750,000 inhabitants is the economic, scientific and cultural center of the Pacific Northwest region. Now serving a total of 16 destinations, Munich Airport has set a new record for connections to North America. New York is the highest-volume destination with up to four flights a day. The US is the most important long-haul market for Munich Airport, with passenger numbers having exceeded 2019 levels since 2023. A record was also set last year with 78 thousand metric tons of air freight handled. And the boom continues: In May 2024, passenger volumes to the US were already up 20 percent compared with the same month last year.
Top 5 travel tips for visiting Seattle
Traveling to your favorite city destination is always exciting, but it’s still important to do your research beforehand so you can be as prepared as possible. With this in mind, Cody Candee, CEO and Founder of Bounce, has provided his top tips for travelers visiting Seattle: 1) Seattle's coffee culture Seattle is the birthplace of Starbucks and has a rich coffee culture. There are 35 coffee shops per 100,00 residents, and the locals spend an average of $36 a month on coffee. Enjoy exploring local coffee shops and roasteries for a taste of Seattle's artisanal coffee scene. 2) Whale watch The prime whale watching season in Seattle typically runs from April to October, although sightings can occur throughout the year. During this time, several species of whales migrate through the waters of the Puget Sound and the nearby Pacific Ocean, including orcas (killer whales), humpback whales, gray whales, minke whales, and occasionally blue whales. 3) Plan your trip to see all the attractions Seattle is a beautiful city with plenty to see and do, so it’s important to plan where you want to go so you don’t miss out. Some of the most popular attractions include the iconic Space Needle, which costs up to$37.50, depending on age and when you buy, and the Seattle Art Museum, which is $29.99 if you buy in advance, or $32.99 on the day. 4) Take advantage of the outdoor activities Seattle is surrounded by nature. Consider hiking in Discovery Park or enjoying a boat tour on Lake Union, or taking a ferry to Bainbridge Island for picturesque views of the city. 5) Use an ORCA card for traveling When it comes to traveling the city, utilize Seattle's public transportation system, including buses and the light rail. Consider getting an ORCA card, which costs just $3 plus credit, for easy access to public transportation.
Seattle crowned the safest destination for solo travellers in 2023
Seattle, Washington has topped a list of the safest solo travel destinations in the world, beating the likes of Tokyo, Oslo, and Dublin, according to new research. The 2023 Solo Travel Safety Index created by Post Office Travel Insurance, identifies the top global cities in terms of safety for solitary tourists based on several metrics including: crime rate, average hostel rating, availability of medical care and WHO food safety ratings. Cities were chosen based on Time Out’s most popular locations for solo travellers. North America ranked highly for safety with three destinations in the top 10. With numerous medical facilities, fast internet connectivity, and good-quality food the seaport city of Seattle is an attractive location for solo tourists. Tokyo, Japan came out second in the index, a city famous for its neon-lit nightlife, towering skyscrapers, and large population. Crime rate and road traffic accidents were amongst the lowest in the index for Japan’s capital though access to medical treatment ranked poorly. For those looking for an adventure closer to home, Copenhagen, Oslo, and Dublin all ranked within the top 10. Solo travel has seen search interest soar by 40%[1] in the past year and travel in general is set to return in force thanks to the so-called ‘revenge tourism’[2] trend, a term coined to describe a boost in post-Covid globetrotting. Paul Paddock Head of Travel and Protection at Post Office says: “For many people, travelling abroad on a solo trip can be the trip of a lifetime. Whether it’s someone who has just finished university and is taking a gap year, someone taking a career break or someone wanting to celebrate an important milestone in their life. Whilst some may plan what they will do on their trip when they get to their destination, it is important to have done some research on how safe different places are beforehand”. “The safety index guide, which ranked destinations based on information about their medical institutions, number of police officers, internet connectivity and more can be used to help plan a dream trip. Travel insurance is a must when traveling solo - our single trip travel insurance or our annual multi-trip travel insurance (if planning more than one solo adventure) provides cover in the case of illness, injury, or other mishaps on an adventure. It is important to check the terms & conditions to be sure of what a policy will cover in case of any emergency.”
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