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 - Mount Grant
San Juan Island’s Newest Mountain Needs You!

The name “Mt Grant” disappeared from maps of San Juan Island around the 1920’s and was slowly replaced with “Lawson’s Ridge”.  The 141-acre property towering...

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Madrona on San Juan Island, Wa
Great Ideas for a Last Minute San Juan Island Getaway

There is nothing more rejuvenating and exhilarating than a last minute getaway. It makes me feel like I got away with something. It makes me...

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Earthbox Inn & Spa
5 Most Commonly Forgotten Items in our Hotel Rooms

They say when you accidentally leave something behind, you secretly wish to return there. We think that’s true. Who wouldn’t want to return to beautiful...

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10 Reasons Why You Need a San Juan Island Vacation

As if you needed a reason to visit paradise, or permission for that matter. You know you deserve a break and you are worth it...

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Steffi & Don getting married
It Takes a Village – How I got married on San Juan Island

I’m Steffi. I have been with the Earthbox Inn & Spa for 10 years. I write this blog, I take care of groups, I am...

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Valentine's Day
Relaxing Valentine's Day in Friday Harbor

Are you ready to go beyond the obligatory box of chocolates, plush bear and red roses this Valentine’s Day? Come treat your love (and you!)...

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San Juan Island Winter
Take time for Romance, Relaxation & Rejuvination!

Winter is the time for romance, relaxation and rejuvenation on San Juan Island.

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Winter Romance in Friday Harbor
San Juan Island on a Budget - 10 Tips to Save Big on Your Island Getaway

Are you wanting an island getaway without the expense?  We've put together some tips for you to help you not break the bank.  

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Happy New Year
New Year's Resolution - San Juan Island Style

We have all done it, set ambitious goals for the coming year, barely remembered by the time the rains stop, leaving you feeling frustrated and...