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Given the fact that Seattle may be lucky to get a week of
snow each year, this Northwest city might not be an obvious
choice for a Winter Wonderland to experience the joys of
Christmas. But what it lacks in snow, it makes up for in
festive spirit and Northwest residents discovered long ago
that a trip to the city for Christmas shopping can be
rewarding indeed.

From Seattle Center to Westlake Center to the Pike Place
Market, the usual visitor attractions become just a little
more special on a chilly winter’s day. Throngs of excited,
bundled-up families and couples sample the seasonal
offerings at Westlake such as Quest carousel rides, or the
kettle corn and elephant ears nearby. Vendors make balloon
animals for the kids while loud Christmas music blares in
the background making sure no one misses out on Seattle’s
holiday spirit.

Make it an overnight trip and it’s even better. First,
you’ll be sure to see the numerous Christmas lights along
downtown streets including the famous star on Macy’s, the
Space Needle lights and many other special seasonal
touches. And, by staying overnight, you can turn a shopping
trip into a true getaway.

Our base of operations was a Seattle landmark, the
Edgewater Hotel. If you’re old enough, you’ll remember that
the Edgewater was made famous in the mid-60’s when the
Beatles stayed in one of the waterfront rooms and caught
fish out their window. In fact, it became the obvious
choice for many famous rock groups that came into town
during that period to play for one of Pat O’Dea’s
spectacular rock concerts. Read More On Seattle…..