Vacation in the City

by Elizabeth_Mortenson - 0 Reviews - 2 Lists

Updated: February 22, 2008

No matter how much you love living in Seattle, sometimes it's hard not to stare out the window and wish to be anywhere but here. This is followed by looking at your bank account and crying yourself to sleep. Fear not, brave resident, a vacation for you is literally right around the corner. Give us a day, and we'll show you the world through your own window. First step? Sleep in--it's free and nothing says, "The good life," quite like waking up at noon.

On this page:France, Brazil, Jamaica, Holland, Ethiopia, Japan, Universe, Hawaii.

France

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Le Fournil LTD French Bakery
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    3230 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102 (map)

    So Paris won't be on your immediate itinerary, but you can still do two decidedly French things when you wake up. First, eat a late and leisurely breakfast. Second, have that breakfast be a warm croissant complimented by a delicately rich latte. Don't forget to casually leaf through the entire paper, making sure to thoroughly read the Life & Arts section.

Brazil

  1. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Volunteer Park Conservatory
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    1247 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112 (map)

    Since you're on Capitol Hill and have a few hours to kill before lunch, why not take a stroll through the lush tropics or arid desert? Hit up the palm room here to get your balmy fix.

Jamaica

  1. 3 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Salon Dewi
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    1525 14th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122 (map)

    Jamaica, who needs it? Get a tan and brighten your outlook on life with some heliotherapy from the Infrared Sauna. After 20 minutes in this light box, its special UV Bulbs help your body release endorphins and beat the blues. While you're there, get renowned "Waxing Diva" Travis Powell to wax your bikini line.

Holland

  1. 4 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Toys In Babeland
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    707 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122 (map)

    We may not be as liberal as the Dutch here, but this adult boutique gives Amsterdam a run for its money when it comes to creativity in the bedroom. Whether you're alone or you have company after your late-night happy hour, a little time invested in this store will pay off big: the perfect way to utilize your new tan and trim.

Ethiopia

  1. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Queen Sheba
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    916 E John St, Seattle, WA 98102 (map)

    Dinner isn't the perfect substitute for a safari in Africa, but it's not too shabby, and it's downright good at this Capitol Hill Ethiopian restaurant. Forks are put down and sleeves rolled up in order to scoop flavorful sauces with your bare hands and traditional injera bread.

Japan

  1. 6 Daiso
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    400 Pine St Ste 36, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)

    One of the few reasons to fight the crowds in Westlake Center is this Japanese gem of a store; you could spend hours in here marveling at all their weird (genitalia ice-cube trays), authentic (porcelain teacups) and absurdly cheap stuff.

Universe

  1. 7 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended AMC Cinerama 1
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    2100 Fourth Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

    Go?wherever you want, or at least where the films will take you. Hands down the best theater in the city, Cinerama will knock your socks off with its engulfing 90-foot-wide, 30-foot-high screen. Willfully suspending your disbelief has never been so easy.

Hawaii

  1. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended 'Ohana
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    2207 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

    The day is almost over, but not for you! Hula hoops and grass skirts are shamefully inviting right now, and you can satisfy your island fever at this late-night happy hour. Live entertainment (some of the performers could be your friends if you opt for karaoke on Sunday night), surf boards, and Spam are so thoroughly Hawaiian you'll forget you haven't seen the real sun for two months.