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Attend the Olympic Music Festival This Summer
There is no shortage of things to do in the Sequim area this summer. From hiking, biking, kayaking, and touring lavender farms, to attending local events and festivals, the Olympic Peninsula is a spectacular place to spend time during the warm and sunny months of summer. One of our favorite activities to attend each summer is the Olympic Music Festival. The festival starts in July, but tickets are already on sale. Now is the perfect time to buy your tickets, and book your rooms at the Dungeness Bay Cottages.
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The Perfect Summer Vacation in Sequim
Summer vacations are special; a time for sitting back and relaxing, letting your cares and worries fade away for a short time, and making memories that will last a lifetime. Many families return year after year to the same special place. This summer, we hope you discover the magic at Sequim’s Dungeness Bay Cottages, if you haven’t yet already. Dungeness Bay cottages is the perfect destination for worry-free, relaxing, and memory-filled summer vacations. The cottages are nestled on a private beach, with nothing but the Straits of Juan de Fuca stretching out before you. You can do as little or as much as you want here, with downtown Sequim and the remainder of the Olympic Peninsula within easy reach. Book your summer vacation with us today.
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Puffin Cruise to Protection Island
While the Lavender Festival is certainly the star of July in the Sequim Valley, there’s another popular co-star. Have you ever seen a puffin up close and person? They are quite the adorable little bird, and relatively elusive and rare. They only breed in select environments around the world, and one of those happens to be just offshore from Sequim on Protection Island. Each summer, as part of Sequim’s Lavender Festival and regular summer programming, there’s a cruise to Protection Island to highlight these iconic seabirds. Lodging fills up quickly for the Lavender Festival, and the Puffin Cruise sells out well in advance once tickets go on sale. Be ahead of the game, and book a room at the Dungeness Bay Cottages today!
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Run the 2019 North Olympic Discovery Marathon
The upcoming forecast for Sequim and the Olympic Peninsula is looking fantastic. Spring is almost here, and we’re finally starting to feel it! That means, soon enough, it will be time to get out and enjoy all of those outdoor activities, like hiking, biking, and kayaking, that we may have been putting off due to cold weather. Spring is a glorious time in the Pacific Northwest, perhaps even more so in Sequim, thanks to the rainshadow effect offered by the Olympic Mountains. We enjoy more days of sun here than the average northwestern city, and we love it. If you’re looking for things to do this spring, why not join us for the North Olympic Discovery Marathon in June? It’s an incredible journey from Sequim to Port Angeles. The Dungeness Bay Cottages is the perfect choice for lodging, nestled on the picturesque waterfront of Sequim. Book your room for the marathon weekend today!
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Hot Air Ballooning in Sequim
Sequim, which is located on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington, is situated in the beautiful Dungeness River Valley. To the South of Sequim are the towering snow-capped Olympic Mountains, and to the north the sparkling blue waters of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Pilots have long-loved the flight into Sequim, and many have made Sequim their retirement home over the years, thanks to the private airports nearby and the relatively affordable cost of living. Now these incredible aerial views can be enjoyed by visitors to Sequim when you go Hot Air Ballooning over the valley. Book your room at the Dungeness Bay Cottages today, and come experience the breathtaking beauty of the Olympic Peninsula this spring.
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Birding at the Dungeness National Wildlife refuge
While it’s still pretty cold in Sequim, and many of us are in shock after the most recent (and unusual) snowstorm, there are still signs that Spring isn’t too far away–and that has us really excited! You’ll find that the weather is, generally speaking, much more mild in Sequim than the rest of the Northwest, and that makes spring truly beautiful here. It’s easier for us to get outside and enjoy those activities most people only think about during a few months out of the year. Spring is the perfect time to come stay at our waterfront cottages, where you’ll be well situated to enjoy the best of Sequim. Imagine waking up to the gentle lull of the waves, and the cheerful chirping of birds on the water. Head to the nearby Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, where you can enjoy a restful day of birding or beachcombing. In early April, join us for the Olympic Birdfest; two incredible days of birding on the Washington Coast, and the perfect opportunity to dust off those binoculars. Book your room at the Dungeness Bay Cottages in Sequim today.
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Plan Ahead for the Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival in Port Angeles
If you’ve been looking for the perfect opportunity to savor our local, mouthwateringly good Dungeness Crab, this year’s annual Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival might just be it. This delicious festival takes over the waterfront of charming Port Angeles each year, and has proven to be a popular event on the Olympic Peninsula. Lodging in the area generally books up well in advance, and is the perfect opportunity for out of town guests to “Embrace Your Inner Crab.” The event offers a variety of food and activities to enjoy, along with live music to keep the atmosphere festive and lively. All in all, there will be 14 different local restaurants at the CrabFest, each offering samples of their own unique culinary creations. There’s never been a better time to be from the Pacific Northwest, or at least come vacation like you’re from the Pacific Northwest. Plan well in advance this year, and book your at our beautiful waterfront cottages in Sequim for the 2019 Dungeness Crab Seafood Festival.
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5 Reasons to Stay at the Dungeness Bay Cottages This Winter
Sequim is a quaint town on the Olympic Peninsula known (at least by locals) for its relatively sunny blue skies. For many, it as a respite from the typically gray and rainy Pacific Northwest, and it’s one of the many things that makes our Sequim cottages a wonderful place to escape during the winter. So many of us tend to stay indoors, out of the harsh elements of winter. But in Sequim, we have the chance to do exactly the opposite. Whether you’re looking for traditional winter activities, such as skiing, snowshoeing, and sledding, or whether you just want to take a quiet walk through nature this winter, Sequim has what you’re looking for, including a walkable downtown with great shops, restaurants and cafes. It doesn’t matter what the weather does in Western Washington; there’s always something to do in Sequim. Come fall in love with the charms of the Olympic Peninsula, and book a stay in our picturesque beachfront cottages on Sequim’s Dungeness Bay.
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Red Wine & Chocolates Tour in Sequim
Sequim is a wonderful place to getaway this winter, especially if you’re looking for a cozy and romantic place to curl up and getaway from it all. Our oceanfront cottages are the perfect place enjoy a few days of romantic respite, with unobstructed views of the Puget Sound stretching out before you. This February, join us in Sequim for the always-fun combination of Red Wine and Chocolate. The Red Wine, Cider and Chocolates Tour, a 2-day weekend event on the Olympic Peninsula, will take place over two different weekends in February: February 9 and 10, 2019, and February 16 & 17, 2019. Tickets can be purchased online for $40 that includes wine or cider tastings, chocolate pairings, and a souvenir glass. Relish a day of artisan wines and ciders coupled with sweet and savory chocolate bites. Book your getaway to Sequim’s Dungeness Bay Cottages today.
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Book Now for Sequim’s Lavender Events in 2019!
Sequim is an incredible destination to visit at any time of year, and as such has proven to be a popular and sometimes busy place. This is perhaps never more true than in the summer months, when people come from all over the country descend upon the area to visit Lavender farms, and to generally enjoy the unexpected blend of urban activity and nature in this charming town on the Olympic Peninsula. In downtown Sequim, you’ll find delightful art museums and galleries, delicious restaurants, bustling boutiques, and a vibrant community. Given Sequim’s popularity, it’s best to book your getaways early and often, as the best choices for lodging, like the Dungeness Bay Cottages, tend to book up well in advance. It’s still early in 2019, so start planning today. Book your room at our waterfront cottages today.
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