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Drive an hour north of Seattle to pick berries before the season ends!

Summer Strawberry Picking🍓

Pick strawberries at Biringer Farm in Arlington. A delightful experience with on-site weighing and paying, located just an hour from Seattle.

Strawberry Picking

✅ Before you go
• Check their website to make sure the fields are open! The reason I love this farm is they are on it with keeping their u-pick info up to date. Check here: https://www.biringerfarm.com/ 

💪 Pro tips
• If you have flexible work hours/location, I highly recommend going on a weekday. Here’s how I did it:
 1) Leave Seattle at 8:30AM, drive 30-45 min to Narrative Coffee in Everett (https://narrative.coffee/)
2) Grab coffee/breakfast and work for ~2 hours
3) Drive to the farm around 11:00AM (30 min)
4) Pick berries for ~45 min
5) Leave Arlington around noon and drive an hour back to the city. 
With this schedule we avoided traffic in every direction, and it was the best two hour work break I could ask for!
• The U-pick price is currently $4.25 per pound, and if there’s a change you’ll see it on their website. There’s a $10 minimum for picking. Our full basket was $18
• If you miss strawberry szn, raspberries come next (should be late June)


Pick berries at Biringer Farm

It's strawberry season and you can pick delicious berries an hour from the city.

It’ll be much less crowded on a weekday,

so if you have a somewhat flexible work schedule,

check the plan details for tips on how to pull it off midweek.

But here's what you can expect at the farm.

You'll head inside to grab your basket and the staff

will direct you to the area that's ripe for picking.

I can't believe I've never done this before.

It was the most pleasant little scavenger hunt.

Resisting the temptation to eat them right in the field was tough.

Once you filled your basket head inside to weigh

and pay and grab a quick strawberry flavored treat.

The season doesn't last long. So get out there this week.

Stay warm while enjoying Lake Union views on this floating sauna boat! 

Here's your plan for a luxurious sauna boat experience, soaking in views and enjoying relaxation

🧖‍♀️Luxury Floating Sauna Boat 🛥️ 

Experience luxury and relaxation on Lake Union with Wild Haus Floating Saunas, perfect for sauna sessions and cold plunges.

Floating Sauna

✅ Before you go
• They have many reservation options ranging from $70pp - $1.2K per private group. You can check it out here at: https://wild-haus.checkfront.com/reserve/ 
• You literally don’t have to bring ANYTHING except a swimsuit. They have robes, snacks and water available during your excursion

💪 Pro tips
• Bring a playlist! You can plug in your own music to the sound system on deck
• BE BRAVE AND DO THE COLD PLUNGE! This was the cherry on top - being able to fling yourself off the rooftop and jump into the cold Lake Union water really wakes you up!

Steam Up and Take in the views 🌅🧖‍♀️

but have you ever heard about floating sauna boats too?

upgrade your South Lake Union boating adventure with me this winter.

Waldhouse brings the traditional Scandinavian experience of saunas

and cold plunges to the heart of Seattle.

and a beautiful rooftop where you can lounge and soak in the views.

we were greeted warmly by the owners of Wild House,

a group of friends and family who just wanted

to share one of their favorite experiences in Seattle.

We then got to change into swimsuits and start the soothing sauna experience.

We could add water and essential oils to really steam up the room and add a scent.

all you had to do was wear one of the provided

robes and step outside for some cool weather and refreshments.

we even had the opportunity to take a dip in Lake Union.

but it didn't even matter because we'd just get back into the sun of a warm up.

We did the sunset tour and I cannot emphasize how good this timing is.

Being able to capture the sunset on the boat's rooftop was perfect for pictures,

and the vibe completely changed after it got dark.

Wadhouse was a whole two hour journey that was filled with luxury and relaxation.

So if you're looking for a way to escape the cold or just enjoy it in a different way,

Head north of Seattle for an upgraded dinner date at an unassuming Italian restaurant. This three course meal is paired perfectly with three delicious cocktails. 🍸

Here's your plan for a romantic dinner at Acropolis Pizza & Pasta with cocktails and dessert

Dinner date at a hidden gem in Everett 💎

Enjoy a curated dinner and cocktail pairing at Acropolis Pizza & Pasta in Everett, featuring a 3-course Italian meal every Friday night.

Cocktail Dinner

✅ Before you go
• You can see the entire menu and make reservations on the Acropolis website: https://acropolispizzapastaeverett.com/.
• The curated cocktail night menu is $59/person and includes three cocktails, an appetizer, main course, and dessert. 

💪 Pro tips
• Armando is the owner of Acropolis and is an absolute gem of a human, so make sure you say hi to him!

Head to Acropolis in Everett

It's time to take your dinner dates to the

next level with this hidden gem north of Seattle.

Acropolis Pizza and Pasta is an unassuming Italian restaurant in Everett that

offers a unique cocktail night experience every Friday from 5 to 9 p.m.

You and your date will enjoy a curated 3 course dinner where each

course is perfectly paired with a cocktail

served tableside by the restaurant's mixologist.

Come hungry because every dish is sure to wow your taste buds.

The main course featured a lobster ravioli with

a sun dried tomato pesto that was divine,

and the cannoli cake was a delightful twist on a classic Italian dessert.

Head over to Frosty Barrel for a unique experience where you’ll have hot chocolate and ice cream paired together for a non-alcoholic flight.

Here's your plan for enjoying a sweet hot cocoa and ice cream flight at Frosty Barrel

☕️ Hot cocoa & ice cream flight 🍨

Discover the delightful combo of hot chocolate and ice cream at Frosty Barrel in Newcastle. Enjoy unique flavors like s'mores and Chai in a cozy setting.

Hot Cocoa & Ice Cream

✅ Before you go
• You’ll want to make sure you’re ready for the sugar overload before you walk through the door! I’m a big fan of sweets, but my boyfriend and I shared one flight and it was more than enough sugar for the two of us together.

💪 Pro tips
• If you’re over 21 and want to indulge in a tipsy hot chocolate, they have that too! They also offer beer and ice cream pairings and wine and ice cream pairings if you’re so inclined. I’ll definitely be back when it’s warmer to enjoy a Prosecco float 😋
• There’s a table with a little fire pit, and I believe they offer tableside s’mores, so be sure to grab that spot if you’re interested!

Prep your sweet tooth and head over to Frosty Barrel!

One of my favorite things about the winter

months is indulging in delicious hot cocoas.

So imagine my delight when I discovered Frosty Barrel,

where you can get a hot chocolate and ice cream flight.

My boyfriend and I agreed that the s'mores hot cocoa was definitely our favorite,

but the Chai hot cocoa was the most unique.

I will definitely be back to try a wine and ice cream pairing on a warmer day.

Switch things up with your boo and live the circus life for an evening!

Here's your plan for a fun trapeze date night, including partner acrobatics and exhilarating swings

Trapeze Date Night! 🎪

At Emerald City Trapeze Arts in Seattle, indulge in acrobatics and trapeze, pushing your comfort zone during an exhilarating date night.

Trapeze Date Night

✅ Before you go
• You can make your reservations for date night right here (about $160/pp): https://app.amilia.com/store/en/school-of-acrobatics-and-new-circus-arts/shop/programs/110487?subCategoryIds=5643480
• Make sure you don’t eat before since you’ll be swinging and holding in some positions you’re not used to!

💪 Pro tips
• I’d wear super comfortable clothing that you would workout in for the most comfort!
• Currently, they have a BOGO deal for trapeze for two right here: https://emeraldcitytrapeze.com/double-the-daring-double-the-fun/ 
• They also host shows and events that you can enjoy!

Get ready to join the circus! 

Ever want to feel like a part of the circus?

Emerald City Trapeze Arts gives you and your significant other

the time of your life at their weekly date nights.

I was so excited for this experience since doing trapeze always seemed so fun.

We walked in and were greeted warmly by members of the circus school.

The first thing you notice is the huge variety and

ages that are all standing in line for trapeze.

One thing they were all bonded by their love for it.

The day nights here start with an hour of partner acrobatics.

We started with the warm up and went into some insane sequences that I

had no idea my boyfriend and I could ever be able to do.

The teachers were also energetic and helpful.

Truly this exercise was the best way to build

a realm of trust I'd never opened before.

some couples races and even build a human pyramid.

There was genuinely no such thing as pushing yourself too far,

The teachers made sure to gear us up properly with the

right process and make us feel comfortable for our first flight.

We ran the sequence on the ground and got to practice

several times before it was time for the real deal.

The feeling of leaning off an edge of 23 ft high is like no other.

We all got to go a couple times and even watch her takes to see what we could improve.

The instructor on the ground would also shut out calls so you knew exactly what to do.

Every single person hit the full sequence on their first try.

This date night was probably one of the best date nights we've ever had,

and I couldn't imagine a better activity to push

yourself outside of your comfort zone with each other.

Maybe it's convinced us to quit our jobs and become a part of the circus.