We so appreciate you considering traveling out to Whidbey to celebrate with us - we are excited to share one of our favorite places with you! Please see below for some suggestions on how to make the most of your time while on Whidbey:

Whidbey offers a blend of history, nature, and small-town charm. Step back in time at Fort Casey, where you can explore the remnants of a 19th-century naval base turned state park, and visit the Colonel’s House (a many-time vacation spot for the Furrow family). Wander the trails and art galleries at Greenbank Farm, or stroll through Downtown Coupeville, one of the state’s oldest seaside towns, filled with quaint shops and waterfront restaurants. Take a sunset cruise on the historic Suva sailboat, a restored wooden vessel that sails once per day through the Juan de Fuca Strait. In Downtown Langley, boutique storefronts and Puget Sound vistas invite a laid back afternoon, and nearby Meerkerk Gardens offers peaceful woodland trails and vibrant rhododendron blooms.

Whidbey is home to a handful of wineries that showcase the islands distinctive white varietals, including Siegerrebe and Madeleine Angevine. We recommend visiting Spoiled Dog Vineyards, Dancing Fish Vineyards, and Comforts of Whidbey Winery (they host live music on Sunday afternoons!).

Summer on Whidbey is typically sunny, with temps in the high 70's and low humidity - great weather for getting out and exploring the island's natural beauty! There are many hiking trails across the island (you really can't go wrong), but below are a few of our favorites: Ebey's landing, Admiralty Inlet Natural Area Preserve, and Deception Pass State Park. Shorter, relaxed trails can be found at Greenbank Farm Trails and Meerkerk Gardens Forest Preserve.

Many of these hikes offer views of the Puget Sound - July is peak whale watching season, so keep your eyes peeled! For those who prefer "water hikes," kayaks are available for rental out of both Coupeville and Langley.

There are many wonderful restaurants on Whidbey - below are just a few of our favorites:

Enjoy brunch at Flower House Cafe at Bayview Garden (near Langley) or The Braeburn Restaurant (downtown Langley). For a quick lunch, consider Rocket Taco or Fare Market in Freeland. Splurge on a prix-fixe, farm-to-table dinner at Orchard Kitchen. Of the many restaurants in downtown Langley, we recommend Saltwater Fish House & Oyster Bar, Prima Bistro, Ultra House, and Langley Kitchen.

Whidbey is a launching point for many great day trips!

Walk onto the Coupeville - Port Townsend ferry for a short ride to Port Townsend. The ferry drops you off on Water Street, the main drag of this historic waterfront town. Everything is accessible by foot - no need to take your car! Enjoy coffee shops, restaurants, bookstores, and small port-town charm! We recommend planning a half-day for this adventure.

Also accessible from the Coupeville - Port Townsend ferry line is the Olympic Peninsula. Hike in Olympic National Park, Enjoy a water-front lunch at Lake Crescent Lodge, or enjoy live music, cider, and wood-oven pizza at Finnriver Farm & Cidery. We recommend a full day (or longer!) if you want to visit the Olympic Peninsula. Please note, the Coupeville-Port Townsend ferry requires reservations to drive on. If you plan to visit the Olympic Peninsula, be sure to schedule your ferry ride in advance on https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/Ferries/Reservations/Vehicle/default.aspx

Head north to the San Juan Islands: walk onto the ferry (no need to take your car!) at the Anacortes Ferry Terminal (north end of Whidbey) and explore any of the San Juan Islands. We recommend exploring Friday Harbor: rent an e-bike or a scooter from Susie's Mopeds and cruise around the island's 48-mile loop, visiting lavender farms, light houses, vineyards, and hiking trails along the way! Be sure to drop into The Market Chef or Kings Market before leaving Friday Harbor to grab snacks for the road. We recommend a full day for this adventure.