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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San Juan Island, Washington
10 Surprisingly Easy Ways to Help the Orca Whales in the San Juan Islands

The first time I ever saw Orca whales was at Lime Kiln State Park on San Juan Island. My husband, daughter and I had hiked...

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San Juan Island, Washington
10 San Juan Island Must-Do’s for First Timers

There is so much to do on beautiful San Juan Island and in cute Friday Harbor, it may be hard to decide how to prioritize...

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San Juan Island, Washington
San Juan Distillery - Boutique Spirits with a Local Flair

A mile southwest of Roche Harbor, on the shores of beautiful Westcott Bay, you’ll find apple orchards dating back to 1870, from a time when...

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San Juan Island, Washington
San Juan Island in October
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Bicycling Adventures on San Juan Island
5 Absolutely Amazing Bicycle Routes on San Juan Island

San Juan Island is known for its safe and scenic bike routes. If it’s a good work-out through picturesque farmland and panoramic views of the...