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3 Great Bellevue Spots for a Paddle Through Nature

The Pacific Northwest waters that cozy up to the east and west sides of Bellevue, Washington, offer outdoor enthusiasts an array of stunning places for paddling through nature. Here is a list of three top spots that are ideal for a scenic float whether you’re a curious novice, an experienced

3 Exciting Ways to See Whales Around Bellevue

Imagine looking out over the crystal-clear waters of Puget Sound and seeing the spout of a 90,000-pound gray whale, the playful breach of the 50-foot humpback whale, or a pod of orcas slicing through the sea with their pitch-black dorsal fins. Around Bellevue, that’s not the stuff of fantasy. All

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

Boutique Bellevue: Exploring Main Street

As Bellevue began to lay its roots in the mid 19th century, incorporating in the mid 20th century, the aptly named Main Street became a central hub. This part of the city is as charming as it gets, with a unique, small-town feel that still thrives amid the skyscrapers of urban Bellevue. Spend some

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Weekend Wonders: Sit Down & Relax for a Bellevue Brunch

When rising early for breakfast on the weekend isn’t your favorite thing to do, brunch swoops in to save the day. And in spring, what better way to celebrate Mom — or Easter — than with a delectable brunch spread? Luckily, Bellevue hosts a vibrant breakfast-meets-lunch scene that blends Pacific

Category: Aspire- Food & Drinks

Out on the Town: Discover Bellevue’s Vibrant Nightlife Scene

As the sun dips below the horizon, Bellevue comes alive with a dynamic after-dark scene. Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly outing, an intimate date night, or a glamorous evening out with friends, you’re sure to find nightlife options to suit your taste. Savor Elevated Sips Cocktail

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Ivy Morris

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

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.

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.

Kathy-McMahon

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

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.

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.

Jay Kuehner

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

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.

Elena Acoba

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

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...

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.

Katarina Polansky

Jacqueline Coleman

Elizabeth Griffith

Heather Larson

Rachel Gallaher

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

Jay Keuhner