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October 12, 2017 at 6:00 am

Saving on fares to Europe with Norwegian Air | Travel Wise

The budget long-haul carrier recently started new flights between Seattle and Europe, and the prices are right. One catch: It’s the master of “a la...

October 23, 2015 at 6:04 am

10 upcoming festivals and events in Hawaii — from coffee to ukuleles

A roundup of 10 of the bigger festivals and events coming to Hawaii over the next year.

Credit: Ed Shiinoki /NPS
Caption: View of Halema‘uma‘u in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park from Jaggar Museum Overlook as darkness falls.

September 25, 2015 at 6:00 am

Close encounters with erupting volcano in Hawaii VIEW

Visitors can easily — and safely — see the ongoing eruption Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, and drive and hike amid recent and centuries-old lava flows.

September 10, 2015 at 10:00 am

‘Passport day’ coming up soon in Seattle

No appointment needed to get new or replacement U.S. passport.

August 28, 2015 at 6:15 pm

North Cascades Highway expected to reopen Sunday as wildfire eases

Highway has been shut since Aug. 19 by wildfires. The North Cascades National Park visitor center, campgrounds, trails will reopen along with the road.

August 24, 2015 at 1:57 pm

It’s raining hard in Hawaii. Please send it here

Flash flood warnings issued around the community of Kailua-Kona / west side of the island of Hawaii.

The sun barely illuminates the land under a thick fog of red smoke as seen from Highway 97 just south of Okanogan Friday August 21, 2015.

August 21, 2015 at 2:11 pm

Worried about wildfire smoke? Here’s how to track air quality in Wash. and beyond

Here’s an update on how to find out about air quality, smoke plumes and road closures linked to Washington’s massive wildfires. Plus tips on finding...

August 13, 2015 at 8:11 pm

New blazes ignite as crews battle back Wolverine fire at Holden Village

High temperatures and bone-dry conditions provide ideal conditions for fire surrounding the village to grow.

August 13, 2015 at 2:40 pm

New wildfires near Methow close popular trail, force miners out

Two fires touched off by lightning in the North Cascades are causing the closure of the Pacific Crest Trail from Cutthroat Pass to Harts Pass....

A brilliant sunset makes for a fun silhouette picture by jumping between sand bars at Shi Shi Beach on the Olympic Peninsula Friday July 17, 2015.

August 13, 2015 at 6:00 am

Visiting Washington’s wild and magical Shi Shi Beach

Take an easygoing hike or backpack on a stunningly scenic Olympic National Park beach, as portrayed in these photos by Seattle Times photographer Bettina Hansen.