Since its addition in the best selling book, '1000 Places To See Before You Die' - the San Juan Island hotels have been bustling.
San Juan Islands are located off the Washington state and Canadian coastline, so the only way to get there is by boat or by air.
Some visitors say that getting there is half the fun.
Part of the charm that attracts tourists and residents to the San Juan Islands is that each island seems to have a character of its own, both in terms of geography and of the lifestyle of the people who live there.
I'd like to share with you some details about the second largest inhabited island, San Juan Island.
San Juan Island is located on the farthest west of the island cluster.
It is the farthest west drop off point for the Washington State Ferry.
The island has a perimeter of approximately 74 miles and is home to about 7,000 people.
The residents live in different parts of the island that they call villages.
One of the villages that have become a popular travel destination for its historic quality is Friday Harbor.
Friday Harbor is the second leading commercial establishment on the island.
You could easily walk the length of Friday Harbor and visit its art galleries, boutiques and water-view restaurants.
When you want to lay down your head for the night, you'll find 29 hotels, inns and quaint bed and breakfasts to choose from.
While on San Juan Island, another favorite spot to visit is ROCHE HARBOR.
Located at the northwestern tip of the island, Roche Harbor was the site of the Hudson's Bay Company trading post a hundred years ago and the largest lime and cement company in the west.
Today you'll find luxury boats floating in the deep water harbor as Roche Harbor is known as a boater's paradise.
When looking for a hotel in this village you'll find a total of 44 being so close to Friday Harbor many of the inns overlap such as Friday Harbor's Harbor House.
The San Juan Islands attract a number of nature and adventure lovers for their outstanding sea kayaking and whale watching, two of the islands biggest attractions.
Other popular activities include hiking, biking, boating, fishing, birding, beachcombing and scuba diving.
There are also special events and festivals to keep you busy when planning a trip here.
And if visit during winter's quiet season, you can just relax and take it easy enjoying the art, nature and writing workshops.
Any way you slice it, San Juan Island is a great place to visit when you come to the San Juan Islands.
The breathtaking beauty is like none you will find anywhere else in the world and perfect to share with the whole family!
San Juan Islands are located off the Washington state and Canadian coastline, so the only way to get there is by boat or by air.
Some visitors say that getting there is half the fun.
Part of the charm that attracts tourists and residents to the San Juan Islands is that each island seems to have a character of its own, both in terms of geography and of the lifestyle of the people who live there.
I'd like to share with you some details about the second largest inhabited island, San Juan Island.
San Juan Island is located on the farthest west of the island cluster.
It is the farthest west drop off point for the Washington State Ferry.
The island has a perimeter of approximately 74 miles and is home to about 7,000 people.
The residents live in different parts of the island that they call villages.
One of the villages that have become a popular travel destination for its historic quality is Friday Harbor.
Friday Harbor is the second leading commercial establishment on the island.
You could easily walk the length of Friday Harbor and visit its art galleries, boutiques and water-view restaurants.
When you want to lay down your head for the night, you'll find 29 hotels, inns and quaint bed and breakfasts to choose from.
While on San Juan Island, another favorite spot to visit is ROCHE HARBOR.
Located at the northwestern tip of the island, Roche Harbor was the site of the Hudson's Bay Company trading post a hundred years ago and the largest lime and cement company in the west.
Today you'll find luxury boats floating in the deep water harbor as Roche Harbor is known as a boater's paradise.
When looking for a hotel in this village you'll find a total of 44 being so close to Friday Harbor many of the inns overlap such as Friday Harbor's Harbor House.
The San Juan Islands attract a number of nature and adventure lovers for their outstanding sea kayaking and whale watching, two of the islands biggest attractions.
Other popular activities include hiking, biking, boating, fishing, birding, beachcombing and scuba diving.
There are also special events and festivals to keep you busy when planning a trip here.
And if visit during winter's quiet season, you can just relax and take it easy enjoying the art, nature and writing workshops.
Any way you slice it, San Juan Island is a great place to visit when you come to the San Juan Islands.
The breathtaking beauty is like none you will find anywhere else in the world and perfect to share with the whole family!
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