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Destinations
Living the Dream travels to many beautiful places in the Pacific Northwest. Such destinations include but are not limited to:
• Protection Island National Wildlife Refuge
• Light House Cruises
• Twilight Bella Cruise
• San Juan Islands, WA
• Chatterbox Falls
Protection Island National Wildlife Refuge
Our most popular cruise for wildlife viewing. Seabirds, bald eagles, harbor seals, harbor porpoises, elephant seals and more can be seen. Approximately 70 percent of the nesting seabirds from this area breed and nest on the island It also claims one of the largest nesting colonies of rhinoceros auklets in the world and the largest nesting colony of glaucous-winged gulls in Washington. The island contains one of the last 2 nesting colonies of tufted puffins in the Puget Sound area. About 1,000 harbor seals depend upon the island for a pupping and rest area. Cost is $195 for up to six passengers and takes about 2 hours..
Light House Cruises
There are several lighthouses in our area including New Dungeness, Pt. Wilson, Ft. Casey, Marrowstone Island and more. We cruise by these stations and give you an historical tour of each. This is a 3-4 hour cruise and prices start at $295.
Twilight Bella Cruise
This is a brand new item on our cruise list. We depart John Wayne Marina, head around Dungeness Spit past the lighthouse into Port Angeles harbor passing Ediz Hook and land at the city docks. Bella Italia Restaurant (Bell's first date restaurant) is just a short two block walk. The travel time is about 2 hours and the cost is $195 not including dinner.
San Juan Islands
The Pacific Northwest has an inviting secret spot known as the San Juan Islands. The 247 days of sunshine and half the rain of Seattle, Washington make the San Juan Islands the perfect year-round getaway! San Juan County, with more than 375 miles of rocky and sandy waterfront, boasts more shoreline than any other county in the nation. These islands have been luring explorers and visitors with a natural beauty full of surprises since they were first discovered. A wonderful proliferation of wildlife can be seen during this trip. Many sea birds, seals, porpoises, Stellar Sea Lions and Orcas are in this area along the way. We can also include Minor Island along the way which boasts the only bald eagle nest which has been built on the ground. This cruise is a full day trip and costs $475 with a lunch stop at either Fisherman's Bay, Lopez Island or Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. Again, this is for up to six passengers.
Chatterbox Falls
Leaving Sequim then crossing the Strait of Juan de Fuca to Nanaimo then crossing the Strait of Georgia into Jervis Inlet, Princess Louisa Inlet has a charm and scenic beauty that must be seen and experienced.
Located approximately 100 miles north of Vancouver, BC this is a once in a lifetime trip.
Glaciations have carved magnificent granite gorge through the snow-tipped mountains that climb from the water's edge to heights in excess of 7,000 feet. As placid as a mountain lake, the ocean waters of Princess Louisa Inlet move constantly with the tides, but currents are practically nonexistent, except for the seven to ten-knot Malibu Rapids at the entrance. The inlet, almost completely enclosed and 1,000 feet deep five-mile length.
Until mid-June, the warm sun melting the mountain snow-pack creates more than sixty waterfalls that cascade and spume down precipitous walls to mingle with the waters of Princess Louisa Inlet. Beautiful Chatterbox Falls at the head of the inlet tumbles 120 feet. Many claim this to be the most beautiful and romantic place on earth.
This is a multi-day trip. Overnight accommodations are arranged on shore for each night Please call for arrangements and your custom cruise to Chatterbox Falls.
Lodging
Colette's Bed and Breakfast
Colette's Bed and Breakfast is a breathtaking 10 acre oceanfront estate nestled between the majestic Olympic Range and the picturesque Strait of Juan de Fuca. Relax in luxurious king suites with magnificent oceanfront views, romantic fireplaces and indulgent two person Jacuzzi spas. Stroll through Colette's outdoor sanctuary which includes enchanting gardens, towering cedars and lush evergreen forest.
Sequim
Quality Inn & Suites
Located in the sun-belt of the Sequim-Dungeness Valley, the Quality Inn &
Suites™ hotel is only a short drive from tranquil Lake Crescent and
the inspiring views of Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park. We offer 60 comfortable rooms, an indoor pool and hot-tub, fitness room, business
center and deluxe continental breakfast as well as the highest standards of
customer service.
Diamond Point Inn Bed and Breakfast
Diamond Point Inn Bed and Breakfast, is a jewel of the Olympic Peninsula. Your hosts Bob and Sandi Gunn invite you to their lush, secluded 10 acre retreat located just a short drive from the lavender farms of Sequim, the waterfront restaurants of Port Townsend and the hiking trails of the Olympic National Park.
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