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Person look out over Deception Pass Bridge
The 90-year-old Deception Pass Bridge is an iconic Pacific Northwest landmark linking Fidalgo and Whidbey islands. Photo by Jared Thompson Author: Brad Wright

AAA Magazine: The Cascade Loop: Could this be America’s greatest road trip?

9-day Cascade Loop road trip itinerary: Days 8–9: Whidbey Island – Idyllic Whidbey Island is home to seaside towns, gorgeous state parks, and restaurants that make imaginative use of the region’s bountiful seafood, including the famous Penn Cove mussels.

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Take the kids on a treasure hunt this February. Photo: Camano Island Chamber of Commerce. Author: Meredith Charaba

ParentMap: Northwest Glass Quest: Hunt for Treasure on Camano Island

“Is that a clue ball?” My eyes narrowed, scanning the leaves on the ground along the trail.

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Coupeville Wharf. Author: Megan DeMatteo

Yahoo!creators: Why every Pacific Northwest traveler should visit Coupeville

Coupeville’s new Creative District is bringing Indigenous stories, local artists, and hands-on cultural experiences to the forefront—here’s why travelers should add it to their itinerary.

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The historic Captain Whidbey Inn faces Penn Cove. Author: Allison Williams Photo courtesy of Greg Balkin St. of Wa. Tourism.

SeattleMet: The Best Hotels in Washington State

We checked in to the 15 best luxury lodges, boutique properties, and urban hotels outside the greater Seattle area.

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A view of Port Susan Bay from the shore.

The Seattle Times: Find restful recreation on this Camano Island road trip

Just an hour’s drive north of Seattle, Camano Island stands out among its Washington peers. You can skip ferry lines (and associated long waits), and the less-tourist-oriented island contains numerous hikes for all levels, wildlife-watching, good food and kid-friendly stops en route.

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King 5 coverage of the Allgire Project.
Author: Anne Erickson, KING 5 Evening (KING 5)

King 5 Evening: The Whidbey Island town that’s a work of art

Explore life on Whidbey and Camano islands through local food, music, adventure and natural bounty. 11 great Seattle-area state parks to visit in fall and winter.

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Image of Saltwater State Park and a person sitting on a log
Gray sky, gray sea. November looks beautiful at Saltwater State Park. Photo by Julie Hanson

Seattle’s Child: 11 great Seattle-area state parks to visit in fall and winter

Are we able to use them in any promotional material? If so, who can we credit?

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Scene from Embrace Whidbey and Camano Islands PBS ad

Whidbey & Camano Islands ads on PBS

Camano Island is a great destination for a winter day trip. Not too far, stunningly scenic and full of open spaces to explore.

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Conde Nast Traveler: 9 Halloween Movie Filming Locations You Can Visit, From Vermont to Japan

Whidbey Island, Washington – With its historic waterfront on the shores of Penn Cove, the town of Coupeville on Washington’s Whidbey Island is a dead-ringer for a Massachusetts seaport, which is why filmmakers chose it to bring the magical, burnt-orange autumn world of Alice Hoffman’s novel Practical Magic to life in 1998’s film of the same name.

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Coupeville, Washington, the beach at low tide.

World Atlas: 9 Secluded Towns in Washington

Washington state is home to a diverse range of landscapes, from rugged coastlines to dense forests and mountain ranges. Tucked away in these varied terrains are small, secluded towns with populations under 10,000. These towns, often rooted in rich history and influenced by natural surroundings, offer an escape from urban life and provide opportunities for quiet exploration.

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Sausage pizza at Goldie’s. The naturally fermented dough is made from Red Russian wheat grown and milled just down the road at Ebey Road Farm. (Providence Cicero)

The Seattle Times: Young chefs and restaurateurs are bringing new energy to a tiny Whidbey town

WHIDBEY ISLAND’S ENTIRE population would just about fill the stands at Lumen Field. Dotted with small towns and crisscrossed with roads named after farming families that go back generations, South Whidbey historically has been a place where people maintain vacation homes they eventually retire to. But empirical evidence suggests that, as more people can work remotely, the demographics are skewing younger.

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Whidbey Island Cider Festival
’Tis the season for cider festivals, starting with one on Whidbey Island. Image: Courtesy Robert Pelant

SeattleMet: Whidbey Island Cider Festival incredible isolation

Like a fruitier precursor to next month’s Oktoberfest, Whidbey Island’s annual salute to cider has apple and pear varieties, many from local makers—plus some mead and regular beer.

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view from Deception Pass bridge. Whidbey Island, Washington,
Whidbey Island, Washington, USA ©2009fotofriends/Shutterstock

MSN: 50 beautiful small islands around the world for incredible isolation

Part of Washington state’s Puget Sound region and not far from Seattle, Whidbey Island is a salt-sprayed dream of a remote island.

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Coupeville Wharf with kayaks
Rental kayaks of various colors at historic Coupeville Wharf. Editorial credit: vewfinder / Shutterstock.com

WorldAtlas: 9 Darling Small Towns in Washington

The 42nd State admitted to the Union and the only one to be named for a President, the great State of Washington is an undoubted jewel full of splendid culture and stunning natural beauty.

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Whidbey and Camano Islands in the Media

Seattle Times article featuring Farms Forests and Gardens

Explore Whidbey Island Farms Forest and Gardens

A driving tour of the southern half of Whidbey Island extends the joys of summer’s produce and flower harvests into fall.

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Whidbey and Camano Islands in the Media

Farm to table on Whidbey & Camano Islands

See us on PBS

Summer brings the bounty of local produce and seafood to our farmers’ markets and restaurant tables. Look for our Embrace Whidbey & Camano Islands videos the next time you watch your favorite PBS show.

Whidbey and Camano Islands in the News

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thrillist: Coolest Zipline in the PNW

The Organic Farm Hiding the Coolest Zipline in the Pacific Northwest Kristoferson Farm on Washington’s Camano Island purveys produce and…adrenaline?

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Whidbey and Camano Islands in the News

Lighthouse from the outside. It is Spanish Mission style with a red tile roof. The light tower is not much taller than the house.

Curiocity: 6 Scenic Washington State islands

If you love island-hopping, take this as your sign to explore Washington’s beautiful islands! From Whidbey’s beaches to Vashon-Maury’s hidden trails, here are 6 scenic islands to visit.

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Whidbey and Camano Islands in the News

Filming a Toyota commercial in Island Co
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EIN Presswire: Winners Announced at the 11th Annual Location Managers Guild International Awards

The Toyota commercial “Present from the Past,” filmed in Washington, has won the Award for Outstanding Locations in a Single Commercial at the 11th Annual LMGI Awards! The ad beautifully showcased some of Washington’s breathtaking locations, including Langley, Island County, and Washington State Ferries.

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Whidbey and Camano Islands in the News

The wharf in Coupeville framed by a tree that is turning colors

WorldAtlas: 9 darling small towns in Washington

Nearly 2,000 residents call Coupeville home, a town that also serves as the seat of Island County. Nestled on Whidbey Island’s southern shores along Penn Cove, this charming community, founded in the 1850s, still radiates a distinctive old-world charm.

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Whidbey and Camano Islands in the News

MSN: 50 beautiful small islands around the world for incredible isolation

Whidbey Island, near Seattle in Washington’s Puget Sound, is a remote paradise with rocky coastlines, driftwood-strewn beaches, and forests of alder and fir. Its highlight is Deception Pass State Park, where towering firs frame stunning sunsets over a golden beach.

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