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Bellevue is a joy to visit all year long, but there’s something special about summer — when the breeze wafts in off Lake Washington, Mount Rainier towers over the southern horizon, and a steady diet of sunshine pervades the five-day forecast. With the nice weather comes some of the year’s best…

Article by Megan Ewing Visitors to Bellevue quickly discover a city like nowhere else — a place where a pristine cosmopolitan city center gives way in a mere heartbeat to breathtaking natural surroundings. No place is this easy city-to-nature transition more evident than at Mercer Slough Nature…

Article by Aidan Wohl Ask anyone and they’ll tell you: Bellevue's sports scene has an edge over all the others. This vibrant city is home to more than half a dozen professional teams and a host of unforgettable fan experiences. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just looking for an exciting game day…

There is nothing better than stepping out with family or friends on a crisp, beautiful walk in the Pacific Northwest once Mother Nature has shifted her palette from autumn gold to winter white. With Bellevue as your starting point, there are dozens of stunning local trails nearby for beginners and…

In addition to being a high-tech town with top-notch schools, gorgeous parks, and a booming economy, Bellevue is also known for its international, multicultural vibe owing to its diverse residents, with more than 39% of its population hailing from more than 90 different countries. Dedicated to…

Bellevue’s high-tech credentials have leveled up of late. Worldwide corporations operate headquarters and regional offices here to develop, manufacture, and market the high-tech gadgets and services that we use every day. Technology is engrained within the city’s culture, making Bellevue an ideal…

Creating a bucket list might feel like a beast of burden. Deciding where to go, what to see, and what to experience in this lifetime can be daunting. We have so many choices! And that’s the beauty. Mother Nature’s Pacific Northwest bounty of treasures feels like it was created purposefully to fill…

Transplanted to Seattle from Chicago in the 1960s, award-winning chef John Howie spent a decade at Palisade restaurant in the 1990s before launching Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar in Bellevue in 2002. He is also at the helm of John Howie Steak found at The Shops at The Bravern, an upscale shopping…

Bellevue offers bountiful opportunities to commune with nature without straying too far from the urban landscape. Stretching out from the heart of downtown, Meydenbauer Bay is considered the city’s birthplace, once a connection point between Seattle and its earliest settlers (including…

Expert-led tours can help make a vacation fun, active, and informative. Exploring with a guide can remove any stresses you might feel about getting lost and make you feel more relaxed. Knowledgeable tour guides have also immersed themselves in the history of the attraction and have tidbits to share…