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THE EDGE OF ASPIRATION.

Welcome to Aspire by Visit Bellevue, a digital inspiration designed to introduce and highlight our must-see places to experience, eat, play, drink and stay for an awesome Pacific Northwest adventure.

A visit to Bellevue can be many things: An extended weekend of high fashion and elegant nights out. An awe-inspiring journey into nature, where your worries dissipate with the mist. A delectable exploration of world-class international cuisines served in vibrant, welcoming spaces. The stories of Aspire can guide you to your bliss—and also open doors to new discoveries.

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Bellevue’s Park & Gardens: Savor springtime adventure in nature’s bounty

Savor springtime adventure in nature’s bounty There’s no better time to explore Bellevue’s lush parks and charming gardens than in spring. From the breathtaking Bellevue Botanical Garden to the historic and revitalized Wilburton Hill Park, these five featured spots offer a perfect blend of natural

Category: Aspire-Things To Do, Aspire- Outdoors & Adventure

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Dote Coffee Bar - Whiskey Double Dark

Best Boozy Coffee Shops and Cafes in Bellevue

Here in the northwest, coffee shops are some of the best places to hang out, giving way to a vibrant café scene in Bellevue. As an added bonus, some cafés offer something a little stronger than caffeine -- for any occasion that warrants a locally crafted brew, a glass of imported wine, or a quick

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Tulip festival in Washington

Spring Blooms in Bellevue: Discover Washington State's Floral Wonderland

Article by Debbie Abbott Updated by Visit Bellevue The Pacific Northwest has a gift for you. Beautiful spring blooms. This time of year, the bounty of Insta-worthy photo ops is, literally, blooming everywhere from the sea to the mountains. Only 15 minutes from Seattle, Bellevue’s central location is

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Golf

Bellevue for Golfers: Courses, Championships, Swing Studios

Setting up to a drive a ball off the tees on a par five is one of the best feelings in the world. With scenic views of mountains, lakes, and evergreen forests, losing a ball and getting another bogey isn't even that bad. In Bellevue, golf is a popular hobby among the locals - rain or shine. Enjoyed

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Ascend Desserts in Bellevue

Sample Sweet Treats at These Bellevue Dessert Stops

Whether you yearn for an artistic treat to complete a five-star meal or crave something sweet and simple as an afternoon pick-me-up, you’ll find just the right finish in Bellevue, Washington, where the dessert menu is just as diverse as the city’s full culinary offerings. Here are nine Bellevue

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Dote Coffee Bar - Whiskey Double Dark

Best Boozy Coffee Shops and Cafes in Bellevue

Here in the northwest, coffee shops are some of the best places to hang out, giving way to a vibrant café scene in Bellevue. As an added bonus,...

Category: Aspire-Things To Do, Aspire- Food & Drinks

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Holiday Nutcracker

Fun Bellevue Holiday Activities

Fun things to do this Holiday Season Bellevue is the perfect place for a Holiday getaway. Every holiday season, Bellevue’s Season of Cheer...

Category: Aspire -Events & Holidays

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Meet The Author

Ivy Morris_Aspire Author

Ivy Morris

Ivy Morris is a travel enthusiast whose best days begin with sunrise yoga, eggs Benedict, and strong coffee.

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Jenni Gritters

Jenni Gritters is a freelance writer and editor who grew up in the Seattle area. She typically writes about travel, health and parenting and can be found snowshoeing and skiing during the winter months.

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Brooke Jackson

Brooke Jackson (she/her) is an internationally published writer, photographer, and producer specializing in adventure sports and outdoor lifestyle stories. Outside of her creative endeavors, Brooke shares her passions by volunteering with Olympic Mountain Rescue.

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Kathy McMahon

Kathy-McMahon

Writer Kathy McMahon has savored some of the best meals of her life in the Pacific Northwest.

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Adam Sayer_ Aspire Author

Adam Sawyer

Adam Sawyer is an outdoor and travel writer, photographer, guide, public speaker, and author of the guidebook Hiking Waterfalls Oregon and co-author of Hiking Waterfalls Washington.

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Debbie Abbott_Aspire Author

Debbie Abbott

Debbie Abbott is a freelance writer who grew up spending her summers on the shores of Lake Sammamish and climbing the snowy trails of Mt. Rainier.

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Jay Kuehner

Jay Kuehner

Jay Kuehner is a Seattle-based writer, runner, and instructor seeking high ridgelines and long swells in the Pacific Northwest.

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Corinne Whiting

When not out exploring our beautiful country and globe, Corinne lives and writes from Seattle. Here she loves playing on and near the water, hearing live music, interviewing fascinating members of her community, and cozying up at welcoming venues like the ones featured in this story.

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Elena Acoba

Writer Elena Acoba, CTA, loves hanging with the eGaming community, even though she has a tough time navigating a controller.

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Leilani Polk

Leilani has been writing for over two decades and has worked in the Seattle area since moving here in 2016 from St. Petersburg, Florida. In addition to raising two daughters with her port captain husband, Leilani enjoys soaking up the Pacific Northwest’s pristine natural beauty, being a coffee and live music enthusiast in a city renowned...

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Visit Bellevue

Rooted in the spirit of the Pacific Northwest, Bellevue, Washington offers a curated collection of elevated experiences that puts you on the edge of creativity, innovation and style.

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Rachel Gallaher

Rachel Gallaher is a Seattle-based writer and the deputy editor of GRAY Magazine.

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