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Mary Jo

Mary Jo

Mary Jo is a travel blogger and writer, editor, podcaster, speaker, consultant, and avid traveler. Her travel ethos is Value Luxury – learning when and where to splurge and save – creating a sweet spot where experience and price intersect to create WOW. It’s about learning when and why to splurge and when it’s not worth it.

  • Washington State Wine: Long Cellars in Woodinville

    by Mary Jo August 15, 2023

    Located in Woodinville’s Warehouse District, Long Cellars is a boutique winery producing Bordeaux varietals with fruit from Washington vineyards.

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  • Seattle’s Great Pumpkin Beer Festival 2023

    by Mary Jo August 7, 2023

    Tickets are now available for the 19th Annual Great Pumpkin Beer Festival (GPBF) presented by The Vera Project. This pumpkin-packed event will take place at the Seattle Center on Friday, September 29th, and Saturday, September 30th, featuring an impressive selection of 80+ pumpkin and seasonal beers from local breweries, including 20+ offerings from Elysian Brewing. …

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  • Good Eats: Sal Y Limon, Queen Anne

    by Mary Jo August 2, 2023

    Just a stone’s throw from the Seattle Center, Sal Y Limon captivates guests with traditional Mexican fare, crafted with love and passion.

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  • Good Eats: Simply Thai, Simply Delicious

    by Mary Jo July 7, 2023

    We’ve been going to Simply Thai for years, way back to when it was in a different location in a different Southcenter strip mall. The food is consistently fresh and service attentive. There can be a line up during peak hours, and there’s always a bunch of delivery drivers there for pick up, so we’re …

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  • Wine Tasting at Darby Winery, West Seattle

    by Mary Jo June 12, 2023

    Darby Winery in West Seattle is a great urban spot for wine lovers. Located in the West Seattle junction, it’s an easy walk to much of the neighborhood.

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  • Visit These 10 Washington State Parks in Jefferson County

    by Mary Jo May 27, 2023

    Jefferson County, located in the north-western Washington State, is a part of the Puget Sound region of the United States. The very popular Hood Canal Bridge links Jefferson County to Kitsap County. Port Townsend is the largest and the only incorporated city in the county. Spread over 2185 square miles, some of Jefferson County is …

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  • Beautiful Places to Visit in Washington State

    by Mary Jo April 21, 2023

    A few of the most beautiful places to visit in Washington State. Use this list to plan your vacation in the Evergreen State.

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  • Washington Wine Tasting: Dusted Valley, Edmonds

    by Mary Jo April 12, 2023

    Learn more about the wines of Dusted Valley and their Edmonds tasting room with our wine-tasting guide.

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  • Luxury in Kirkland: Heathman Hotel (Review)

    by Mary Jo March 12, 2023

    The Heathman Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Kirkland, just a couple of blocks from Lake Washington. Read the review.

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  • 85 Movies Set in Washington State

    by Mary Jo January 23, 2022

    If you can’t travel to Washington State right now, get your fix of culture, stories, and landscapes with these 82 movies set in Washington State. With its recognizable skylines and colorful neighborhoods, filmmakers love using Washington State as their backdrop. It is a picturesque destination sure to inspire some wanderlust for travelers.  This list represents …

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