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Tuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 12:28pm
Explore Woodinville
If you haven't taken the time to stop and explore Woodinville, you should. There's plenty to do, including touring the Red Hook Brewery and the St. Michelle winery, pictured above. If you're looking for a nice place to stay close by, check out the Willows Lodge. Tell the Travel Guys about your favorite places to visit by e-mailing us tminer@973kiro.com and check out our podcast right here at mynorthwest.com. Also listen for our weekly radio feature on KIRO F-M.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011 @ 12:08pm
Geocaching-a high tech treasure hunt
Want to take the family on a high tech treasure hunt? Then try geocaching. Geocaching is is a high-tech game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. A number of hotels, including The Resort at the Mountain east of Portland Oregon, offer a geocaching package. Tell the Travel Guys about your favorite places to visit by e-mailing us tminer@973kiro.com and check out our podcast right here at mynorthwest.com. Also listen for our weekly radio feature on KIRO F-M.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011 @ 12:50pm
Star Wars exhibit at Pacific Science Center
Here's a good idea for a family outing into Seattle, for either a day trip or an overnight excursion. It's the new Star Wars exhibit at the Pacific Science Center. A number of things are on display, including hands-on stuff that the kids will love, as well as authentic gear from the movies, and a lot more. The Hotel Monaco is offering a Star Wars package. Tell the Travel Guys about your favorite places to visit by e-mailing us tminer@973kiro.com and check out our podcast right here at mynorthwest.com. Also listen for our weekly radio feature on KIRO F-M.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011 @ 11:21am
Gray whale watching
Tuesday, March 29, 2011 @ 10:56am
Tulip Time in the Skagit Valley
A sure sign of Spring around the Northwest is the arrival of tulips in the Skagit Valley. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival kicks off April 1st and runs for the entire month. The Travel Guys want to hear about your favorite places to visit. E-mail us at tminer@973kiro.com and listen for our weekly radio feature on KIRO F-M. Our Travel Guys podcast is available right here at mynorthwest.com
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Friday, March 25, 2011 @ 1:38pm
Facebook gains ground in travel industry
Facebook's influence is everywhere, now it's gaining ground in the travel industry. Check out this article and tell us what you think. The Travel Guys want to hear about your favorite places to stay. E-mail us at tminer@973kiro.com and listen for our weekly radio feature on KIRO FM. Podcasts of the show are available right here at mynorthwest.com
Tuesday, March 22, 2011 @ 11:20am
Terrific Tulalip Casino Hotel
The Travel Guys are always on the lookout for great experiences close to home, and we sure found one at the Tulalip Casino Hotel in Marysville. The Tulalip Tribe recently added the 370-room luxury hotel to it's casino operations, and it's impressive. Plus you've got the casino itself, entertainment, restaurants, an incredible spa and an outlet mall. E-mail us with your travel suggestions at tminer@973kiro.com and listen for our weekly feature on KIRO F-M. Our podcast is available right here at My Northwest.com
Monday, March 14, 2011 @ 11:49am
Wonderful Whidbey Island
One of the many great things about living here in Western Washington is the fact that you don't have to venture too far to escape the city. If you want to enjoy some island culture, then check out Whidbey Island. Langley and Coupeville are quaint little waterfront towns full of shops, eateries, and things to do. Whidbey also boasts some very fine beaches, and the view from the bridge at Deception Pass linking Whidbey and Fidalgo Island is not to be missed! Tell the Travel Guys about your favorite places to visit by e-mailing us at tminer@973kiro.com and listen for our weekly feature on KIRO-FM, which is also available on podcast.
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Tony Miner
Tony MinerTony is an award-winning anchor and reporter on KIRO-FM, but when he's not working he loves to travel. Summers will find him exploring the San Juans and points north on his boat StarFire, otherwise his goal is to get out and discover every interesting nook and cranny the Northwest has to offer.
Cary Ordway
Cary OrdwayCary founded and served as editor and publisher of the leading tourism publication in the Pacific Northwest for over a decade. He is an award-winning travel writer and for many years authored weekly columns that appeared in major newspapers throughout Washington. Cary also writes for Northwest Travel Advisor.