The Earthbox Travel Blog

Welcome to the Earthbox News, where we share inside travel tips, island news and the coolest activities and adventures for your trip. We hope you enjoy reading these posts from various staff and guest contributors as much as we enjoy writing and sharing them.

August 6, 2018

5 Awesome Places to go Swimming on San Juan Island

The crystal clear, deep green waters surrounding San Juan Island look incredibly inviting for a swim, but take note--they are at a (brr….) 50 degrees...

July 23, 2018

5 Must Do Summer Things to do on San Juan Island

There is nothing like Summer on San Juan Island. The killer whales are here, sailboats are bobbing in the port of Friday Harbor, there are...

Healthy Family Summer Vacation on San Juan Island

July 16, 2018

10 Tips for a happy & healthy Summer Vacation on San Juan Island

Laughing reduces stress, anxiety and depression. It even diminishes pain. Go see a comedy at the San Juan Community Theatre or at the historic Palace...

Pod Nods at The Whale Museum in Friday Harbor

July 9, 2018

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...

June 18, 2018

Are we there yet? 7 Tips on How to Plan a Relaxing Family Vacation to San Juan Island

A Summer vacation or weekend getaway to San Juan Island is such a treat. There are so many fun adventures to be had: whale watching...

June 4, 2018

10 Summer Must-Dos on San Juan Island

It’s Summer on San Juan Island! The Orcas are here, the sun is out, the isle is bustling with amazing activities, festivals and events. Come...

Lime Kiln Lighthouse San Juan Island Washington

May 21, 2018

Happy 99th Birthday - Lime Kiln Lighthouse!

If San Juan Island were to be summed up in one picture, it would be a picture of the Lime Kiln Lighthouse at the Lime...

May 7, 2018

7 Unique Ways to experience Nature on San Juan Island

Being out in Mother Nature is said to quiet the mind, heal the heart and rejuvenate the body. Seeing breathtakingly beautiful vistas, a wild Orca...

April 23, 2018

5 Ways to Treat your Mom this Mother's Day

Motherhood, the job, comes with precious little vacation time and only one holiday: Mother’s Day. Why do so many brave, kind, selfless, strong women do...