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Trip reports, honest reviews, and points & miles news from around the world — written after actually staying, sailing, and flying.
Fairmont Olympic Seattle Review: A Restored Grand Dame Downtown
My Fairmont Olympic Seattle review: a restored 1924 landmark downtown with an indoor pool, spa, and a strong base before an Alaska cruise.
Hotels Near the Seattle Cruise Port (Best Picks)
A travel advisor's guide to the best hotels near Seattle's two cruise terminals, Pier 66 (Bell Street) and Pier 91 (Smith Cove), with downtown picks near Pike Place, SeaTac fly-in advice, park-and-cruise, and how to reach each pier.
