Our Recommendations We're proud to say our recommendations are backed by over 20 years travel experience in the Pacific Northwest. During this time we have explored thousands of getaways in and around Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia. You might even say we wrote the book on the subject. Many of the romantic getaways on the website have been featured in Wende's travel book series, Sweethearts' Getaway Guide of the Northwest. The newest discoveries are included in the 2nd edition. Another great traveling resource for this area is Weekends For Two In The Pacific Northwest published by Chronicle Books. Travel writer Bill Gleeson of California and photographer Stewart Hopkins of Seattle have compiled a treasure trove of b&b's, inns and small hotels that beckons you out of town this weekend if not sooner. The wonderful exterior and interior photographs of the locations ease a traveler's mind as to what's in store before arriving. The book is available at all major booksellers and online. More of Stewart's photography can be found by clicking on the book icon or going to www.hopkinsphoto.com. He can be reached in Seattle at 425.398.5939. Call him to discuss a project or request a portfolio.                                       Up Close & Personal                                                     "Widely published photographer Tom Dempsey has searched the world to bring you the striking images of nature and travel shown on www.photoseek.com .  Tom says that you need not travel far for great getaways.  Most of the year he lives, loves and travels in the super scenic Northwest.  E-mail tom@photoseek.com for free tips on travel or cameras.  Like what you see? Buy a photograph or photo workshop from a local expert."    Northwest Restaurant Guide Coming Soon     Looking for a great restaurant recommendation or recipe to wow the crowds? Then you should stop by our  NW Restaurant Guide.. A great resource for finding out about special restaurants we have experienced through the years on our travels. Here you'll find a wide selection from fine dining and Northwest cuisine to cool cafes, diners, pubs... as well as popular nightspots and resort cuisine. You'll also find special recipes from time to time from various chefs and B&B's.  We have also included some of the best kept secrets around the area provided by our listeners which we have yet to sample. You'll also hear about many of these places including creative dishes during our popular radio feature called  "The NW Chef's Corner" on our weekly radio show mentioned below.                                                         Luxurious Spas                                  Coming Soon                                                                                                     THE SALISH LODGE & SPA During our travels on the road we do come across certain perks. After a long journey who could turn down a relaxing massage, or a trip to the eucalyptus steam room or dry sauna...followed by a soak in the therapeutic pool. If you are in the mood for total pampering in the way of a relaxing Day Spa or decadent Resort Getaway complete with all the bells and whistles... we have all kinds of great ideas for you. This includes a wide variety of rejuvenating skin treatments and facials, body wraps, renewal therapies and the list goes on. For a listing of our selection click LUXURIOUS SPAS....                                                                                                    On The Radio   If you want to follow in our tracks to our current Getaway Discoveries... be sure to stop by our regionally syndicated radio show "WEEKENDS AROUND THE NORTHWEST" which airs Saturday and Sunday on several radio stations around Washington State. This way you'll be up to date on all our travels and adventures.                                               WEEKENDS is your one stop 'information destination' featuring great ideas on what to see & and where to go in and around the Pacific Northwest. Whether it's exciting people, places, or just fun things happening around the area you'll find out about it each week on the show.     Waterfront Inn ~ Gig Harbor     If you would like to have your amazing getaway featured... please email us at AmazingGetaways@msn.com. For our current broadcast stations and airtime schedule click here.

In A Phrase When we think of getting away, we often connect with words or descriptions that make those feelings come alive. That's why we've created the Accommodations By Category section. Here you'll find everything from Fairytale Cottages, Castles & Chalets, Romantic B & B's, and Magical Ocean Hideaways, to Cozy Country Inns, Waterfront Escapes, Victorian reams and more. Once again, this is just another way to access our accommodations index.

Take The Easy Route If you're not quite sure what it is you're looking for, you might want to take the easy route by selecting Amazing Getaways' Top 10 Spotlight. This is a great way to find the perfect inn, resort or B & B in record time. The top 10 selection is a mixture of Rave Faves in Washington, Oregon and British Columbia.

Are You An Innkeeper? So you say you have that perfect Northwest getaway? Maybe it's a cozy place on the water with a view, where sweethearts can cuddle in front of the fire, or take a stroll on the beach in the moonlight. Then again, you might have that special place where lovebirds can just hide from the world, nibble on chocolates, and sip champagne while relaxing in their very own private hot tub or Jacuzzi for two. Sound familiar? If so, we would like to hear from you. At Amazing Getaways, we are always on the look-out for new adventures and accommodations to add to our collection. Please feel free to contact  us at (253) 841-5990 or send us an email to AmazingGetaways@msn.com. We look forward to hearing from you.