Hiking in the Cascade mountains in Washington state in the summer time is a top 10 thing to do. You can also charter a boat and sail into the San Juan islands - what a breathtaking view of Puget Sound you can get. Travel around Washington state and learn what the locals already know - it's a great place to live and learn.
Seattle is hip, fun and of course very happening. If you've taken the time to get around there you know it's best navigated b...