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Explorer Bus Day Pass Expands Offering & 2-for-1 Special

Companion travelers can sign up to receive their free companion Explorer Bus Day Pass ($15 value) at http://www.visitsanjuans.com/scenicbyway. Redeem it on the shuttle bus on San Juan Island or Orcas Island. New this year, for day pass holders, a free ride back to the ferry the next day. And beginning June 21, the bus will [...]

Cleaning Up Is (not) Hard To Do

Each summer, we have the pleasure of hosting guests who have enjoyed a multi-day kayaking adventure with Outdoor Odysseys. Tom Murphy, Outdoor Odysseys new owner shares with us how they do their part in reducing waste on these trips. We wanted to learn how a group of 12 could spend the better part of a [...]

San Juan Island Scenic Byways

Washington State is filled with incredible beauty and diversity, the best of which is featured in premier driving tours designated as Scenic Byways. The spectacular San Juan Islands Scenic Byway is Washington’s newest byway, and is unique as the only state byway that includes a marine highway. The Islands overflow with natural beauty, history and [...]

Rocks From South Beach Collected by Greg & Rachel White

South Beach Beauties

Our guests, Greg & Rachel W., from Edmonds WA, collected these rocks on South Beach while visiting. Aren’t they beautiful?!?

Custom Tours for Winter San Juan Island Visitors

Just because the temperature has dropped some and there may be a bit more precipitation or wind, doesn’t mean the island has shut down for tourism. We’re happy to introduce Suzie and Hawk Pingree at Westcott Bay Cider Company, who have offered customs tours for our inn guests. The Pingrees bought into the company in [...]

Mona the Camel on San Juan Island

Mona the Camel is quite an icon on San Juan Island. Shaylynn, our innkeeper shared a personal moment with this beloved dromedary. We recommend that you do not try this at home!

Friday Harbor Accommodations – Fly to the Islands

Flying is quite a popular hobby on the Island – almost a necessity for Island life. Dave fulfilled his dream and got his private pilots license this past April. This winter he is going to work on his instrument rating. This past summer, Dave made good use of his new hobby. He flew off weekly [...]

San Juan Islands Lodging – Fall is a Special Time!

Guests are enjoying the serenity and quiet that fall on the San Juan Islands has to offer. Two of our honeymooners are relaxing by their fire place and hot tub, while others are enjoying wine tastings at San Juan Island Vineyards or Brazenly Lucid Wines – just down the street. Others are using their get-away [...]

Fall Fun on San Juan Island

The Island has lots to offer this time of year. Take advantage of the smaller crowds and some wonderful fall weather. Our guests have been enjoying great hikes in American and English Camp. One group hiked up to Mt. Young on English Camp and were treated with amazing views over the north part of the [...]

Fair Week 2007 – August 15-18

San Juan County fair ends this evening. It has been a great week of music, eating, and competition. Our Carrot Cake and Flourless Chocolate Torte both won blue ribbons! These recipes are in our Cookbook – La Cucina Anna Maria: Good Life Recipes from San Juan Island. Each night at the fair there is a [...]