Archive for category: News

Getting to the San Juan Islands

Categories:News, The San Juan Islands

Most people know about the ferry system in the state of Washington. They know that there are regular ferries to and from locations in the Puget Sound to the mainland. When you think about the San Juan Islands, a quick Google search will alert you to the fact that the San Juan Islands are also [...]

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INNsanely Busy at Island Inn, Friday Harbor

With spring here and summer on its way the Island Inn is ramping up their tourist season. Not only do they have a beautiful new website to showcase their location, and unique Inn, but they are beginning construction on new guestrooms. Construction began again in mid March 2012. Scott Hale, Island Inn’s Chief Experience Officer says [...]

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Killer Whale Winter Habits

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So we’ve been hearing quite a lot about whales this winter around the coastline of Washington. Most recently we have heard a lot about a young  killer whale that washed up just north of Long Beach, Washington on the morning of February 11. This whale was identified as Sooke and was a member of the [...]

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Local San Juan Island Skater Talent

Categories:Around the Islands, News

The San Juan Islands are famous for sailing, fishing, crabbing, beautiful scenery, whales, great food and drink, fantastic restaurants, hotels and resorts…did we forget anything? Oh yes, epic skateboarders and talented skateboarding movie makers! Take a look at this trailer shot by Kyle Steneide, of Friday Harbor, and his crew. Kyle Steneide, from Friday Harbor on the [...]

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Free Drinks at the Cask and Schooner!

Its Easy. All you have to do is like us on facebook. We’re looking to hit #100 on our friend list this week, and when we do, we will randomly pick a user to win free drinks at the Cask and Schooner. The draw will be made before Happy Hour on Friday when we reach [...]

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Update:Isle be Wed – San Juan Island Wedding Show 2012

Just a quick update on the wedding show tomorrow, Saturday 28th of January 2012. We found out from The Island Inn at 123 West and Roche Harbor Resort that they are offering 50% off rack rate guestrooms for show attendees. So be sure to mention that you were at the show if you end up staying at [...]

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San Juan Island – Hotel Rewards Program

Imagine an island break that endeavours to essay contemporary, cultured yet luxurious lodging for the savvy small town traveller and at the same time offers a unique peace of mind. A peace of mind encouraging the assurance that while you enjoy everything San Juan and its breathtaking surroundings has to offer, your next experience is [...]

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Fall 2011 San Juan Island Ferry Schedule

Categories:Around the Islands, News

We have the Fall 2011 ferry schedule for you to view on sanjuanisland.com. The great thing about viewing it on sanjuanisland.com is that you can view it on your phone. Look out for the QR codes around the island so that you can take a quick glance to see if you are on time. Ferry [...]

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