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Selected Public Transit Routes to Whidbey and Camano Islands

From Sea-Tac Airport to Whidbey Island – Option 1 – Weekdays Only From Sea-Tac Airport to Whidbey Island – Option 2 – All days From Sea-Tac Airport to Whidbey Island – Option 3 – Weekdays From Sea-Tac Airport to Camano Island From Downtown Seattle – Weekdays Only Community Transit’s 417 bus offers direct service from downtown Seattle to the Mukilteo … Read More

Chasing Penn Cove “Mussel Madness”

What makes Whidbey Island so special? Is it the feeling of being away from it all? The journey to get there (you may drive to the ferry and ride on)? The many water views and beaches? The feeling of a slower pace and small town values? Or the plethora of fresh food ? I think it is a magical combination of these attributes that makes this place so unique.

Low-flying jet with trees in the background

Jets on Whidbey

Jets from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island train over the island for various missions. One of the most challenging is practicing landing on an aircraft carrier. Learn more about when and where this training occurs and the complexities of an aircraft carrier landing.

Oak Town Cottages

If you are in Oak Harbor on business or visiting a loved one stationed at NAS Whidbey Island, our cozy 2 bedroom vacation rental cottages are perfect. Rate: $325 5 rooms – Kids and pets are welcome.

Very large barn with the words roller skating on it.

Roller Barn

Built in 1912 and once the largest barn on the West Coast, this building has since 1950 been primarily a roller skating rink, hence its name.

Filming in Island County

  Filming and Photographyin Island CountyWhidbey and Camano Islands are home to some amazing views and scenery. Filming on Whidbey and Camano islands is a creative and rewarding experience. With natural scenery, old-growth forests, beaches and hundred-year-old buildings, the two islands offer a rich selection of locations. Whidbey Island is accessible by a short, scenic ferry ride from the south … Read More

Cozy Harbor Cottage

Centrally located on the west side of Whidbey between Coupeville and Oak Harbor, this 800 square foot open floor plan cottage is a luxury hideaway that is a light and airy retreat to relax and unwind. It offers a gas fireplace, crafted wood floors, queen bed, luxury bath and fully stocked kitchen. Rates: $130 – 150 1 room