Good Morning from Deadman Bay on San Juan Island!

Deadman Bay on the Westside of San Juan Island got its ominous name from the isle’s turbulent past as a smuggler’s haven. In the late 1880, Ben Ure and his motley crew, smuggled illegal Chinese laborers in burlap sacks – to avoid detection from US Customs – from Canada to the US. When Customs came into sight, he threw the immigrants overboard. Some didn’t make it. The current washed them up at Deadman Bay. 

Today the beautiful crescent shaped bay with the best tide pools on the island, is a popular rest stop for kayakers, day hikers and beach combers alike. Visitors can often observe whales, otters, seals and seabirds.

~ Photo courtesy of Don Price.

10 Favorite Ways to treat yourself on your San Juan Island Vacation

You know how they tell you on an airplane to put the oxygen mask on yourself first before helping your kids? Makes sense, right? So why do we feel so guilty when we care for ourselves first any other time? Here is the thing, if you don’t take care of yourself, there will come a time, when you won’t have anything left to give. Selfcare isn’t selfish. Selfcare will fill your emotional coffers, alleviate stress, clear your mind and make your body feel good…thereby giving you more to give to those around you.

Start by planning a weekend getaway to San Juan Island and check out these amazingly simple Ways to Treat Yourself on your San Juan Island Vacation. You are worth it!

Merry Christmas from Friday Harbor

The adorable former fishing village of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island is truly a sight to be seen during the holiday season. The shops, restaurants, galleries and hotels are all decked out in holiday finery to light up the long dark nights. The Earthbox Inn & Spa with its beautiful gardens puts on an especially bountiful display each year. Take advantage of their amazing Winter Specials and check it out yourself.

Above photo was taken by talented, local photographer Chris Teren.