In the northwest corner of the continental United States lies the beautiful state of Washington. Famous for its diverse landscape and breathtaking sights, Washington offers its visitors a wide variety of activities and experiences to satisfy all interests. Whether you're in search of a metropolitan vacation or a quiet retreat, you can find your perfect getaway in Washington!  Washington State hosts a wide variety of opportunities for travelers, from recreation to relaxation to accommodation to adventure. The state boasts coastal regions, mountainous areas and desert environs, with each setting offering a unique charm and wide array of activities.

Seattle and the Puget Sound are rife with fishing and boating prospects, a trend that continues down the coast to the Olympic Peninsula and on towards Oregon. Mountains rise immediately to the east of the coast, with landmarks such as Mount St. Helens, Mount Rainier and the Snoqualmie Pass providing hiking, biking and camping. Vancouver and Yakima are both prominent towns in this area, offering a host of amenities and attractions. Skiing and other winter sports abound in the Cascade Mountains, beyond which lies the confluence of farms and orchards that make up the central part of Washington State. The Cascade Loop is a well-liked area that traverses inland Washington, taking visitors through small mountain towns such as the Bavarian village of Leavenworth. Nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, this four-season destination receives 300 days of sunshine a year and boasts activities, festivals and entertainment in every season.

Further east, the Columbia River Basin presents many chances to experience Washington, such as the Grand Coulee Dam, which is the largest concrete dam in North America and the third largest producer of electricity worldwide. Tours of the dam are offered along with a laser light show that is projected onto the dam face during summer evenings. Municipal gardens, the Museum of Art and Culture, Riverfront Park and superb golf courses make Spokane the Capital of the Inland Northwest.