Day Trip: Things to do on Orcas Island

This horseshoe-shaped addition to the San Juan Island archipelago is not only beautiful but there is also a ton of fun and adventurous things to do on Orcas Island. As the third stop from Anacortes on the ferry boat, Orcas Island is the largest and perhaps the most visited of the islands. You’ll want to […]

Things to Consider with Choosing San Juan Island Wedding Venues

When planning your big day, one of the crucial elements is your location, and there’s plenty to think about when choosing from the long list of San Juan Island wedding venues. There are also plenty of other details to consider, including transportation (especially when choosing an island location), lodging, and catering—all of the facets of […]

What to Expect from this Year’s Friday Harbor Film Festival

November 2025 marks the return of the Friday Harbor Film Festival, a highlight of the season and one of the most anticipated cultural events on San Juan Island. Over the course of three days, visitors can enjoy a carefully curated lineup of documentaries that are as thought-provoking as they are entertaining. With filmmaker Q&A sessions […]

What to Expect from this Year’s Friday Harbor Film Festival

October 2025 marks the return of the Friday Harbor Film Festival, a highlight of the season and one of the most anticipated cultural events on San Juan Island. Over the course of four days in late October, visitors can enjoy a carefully curated lineup of documentaries that are as thought-provoking as they are entertaining. With […]

What to Expect from this Year’s Friday Harbor Film Festival

November 2025 marks the return of the Friday Harbor Film Festival, a highlight of the season and one of the most anticipated cultural events on San Juan Island. Over the course of three days, visitors can enjoy a carefully curated lineup of documentaries that are as thought-provoking as they are entertaining. With filmmaker Q&A sessions […]

What to Expect from this Year’s Friday Harbor Film Festival

November 2025 marks the return of the Friday Harbor Film Festival, a highlight of the season and one of the most anticipated cultural events on San Juan Island. Over the course of three days, visitors can enjoy a carefully curated lineup of documentaries that are as thought-provoking as they are entertaining. With filmmaker Q&A sessions […]

What to Expect from this Year’s Friday Harbor Film Festival

November 2025 marks the return of the Friday Harbor Film Festival, a highlight of the season and one of the most anticipated cultural events on San Juan Island. Over the course of three days, visitors can enjoy a carefully curated lineup of documentaries that are as thought-provoking as they are entertaining. With filmmaker Q&A sessions […]

What to Expect from this Year’s Friday Harbor Film Festival

November 2025 marks the return of the Friday Harbor Film Festival, a highlight of the season and one of the most anticipated cultural events on San Juan Island. Over the course of three days, visitors can enjoy a carefully curated lineup of documentaries that are as thought-provoking as they are entertaining. With filmmaker Q&A sessions […]

The Best Walkable Friday Harbor Lodging

What’s within walking distance of our Friday Harbor lodging? The answer is: Plenty! That includes the Friday Harbor ferry from Anacortes! Our lodging is one of the most walkable places to stay in Friday Harbor, making us an excellent choice for those looking to streamline and simplify their trip to San Juan Island. There are […]

The Best Walkable Friday Harbor Lodging

What’s within walking distance of our Friday Harbor lodging? The answer is: Plenty! That includes the Friday Harbor ferry from Anacortes! Our lodging is one of the most walkable places to stay in Friday Harbor, making us an excellent choice for those looking to streamline and simplify their trip to San Juan Island. There are […]