Welcome to Island Life & Travel Tips

This is where we share the best of San Juan Island—from local secrets and seasonal adventures to spa insights and guest-favorite experiences.

These posts are written by Earthbox staff and guest contributors who live, work, and explore here year-round—so you’re getting the real inside scoop.

We hope you enjoy reading them as much as we love creating and sharing them!
 

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Pod Nods at The Whale Museum in Friday Harbor
Pod Nods - Slumber Party for Kids at the Whale Museum

Is your kiddo between 6 and 11 and totally into Orca whales? Does a night alone with your Sweetie - sans bébés - on your...

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Coffee shop at Earthbox Inn & Spa in Friday Harbor
An Island without Starbucks - 5 Cool Coffee Shops in Friday Harbor

Part of the quaint charm of beautiful Friday Harbor is its utter lack of corporate food chains. No McDonalds, no Arby’s, no billboards, no traffic...