Cruise majestic Northwest waters! Seven-day cruise from Seattle to Princess Louisa Inlet in British Columbia aboard “Island Spirit”.   Enjoy whale watching, island stops and tours and two nights at Princess Louisa Inlet.  Cruise departs and returns to Seattle.   Call 800-234-3861.

Whistler, British Columbia isn’t just for skiers, and its sizzling entertainment scene isn’t just during the winter. To prove it, Whistler is kicking off its music festival when the weather is at its best: July 19-20. The lineup includes such notables as Elvis Costello and the Imposters, Serena Ryder and the Allen Toussaint Band.

Sandpoint, Idaho is another great place to take in the music this summer. The Festival at Sandpoint is held for 10 days, August 7-17, and includes everything for the eclectic palate from Smokey Robinson to the Marshall Tucker Band.

Portland, Oregon’s acclaimed Bite of Oregon takes place August 7-8 this year. A nominal admission fee includes access to more than 60 restaurants, wineries and breweries, as well as entertainment at five different venues.

Whidbey Island on Washington’s scenic West Coast is home to some of the happiest canines, and best dog/human parks in the Northwest. It’s also the site of the successful Wine Walkabout, which is sponsored by FETCH! and helps to keep such off-leash parks in existence. This year’s Wine Walkabout takes place at the Buchanan Vineyard in Langley on August 9, from 1 to 4 pm.

Boise, Idaho – Don’t forget to take in the Idaho Shakespeare Festival, which continues until September 27. This year’s productions include traditional Shakespeare favorites such as Macbeth, as well as more contemporary plays.

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