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The Bird Rock Blog
Thoughtful travel guides, seasonal stories, and island life—one month at a time.
Updated monthly, our blog shares insider tips, curated experiences, and local stories from San Juan Island, written by the team behind Bird Rock Hotel. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape, dreaming about a future visit, or simply curious about island life, you’ll find inspiration here.
Explore our most recent posts below—each written with care, curiosity, and a local’s perspective.
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Vacation for my Soul - Bicycling San Juan Island
Regardless of whether I’m in a relationship or single, I take at least a weekend trip by myself every year. It gives me room to...
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Whale Watching for Father's Day
My Dad was born in Seattle. He grew up here and enthusiastically does all the outdoorsy things you are supposed to do as a Washingtonian...
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San Juan Island Showcase - San Juan Vineyards
A lovely three-mile ride from the Bird Rock Hotel, through farm valleys, by majestic Gary oaks, you’ll find the destination winery & historic tasting room...
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A Weekend at Bird Rock Hotel - Guest Blog
This week, we're honored to direct you to a guest blog written by Lisette Wolter-McKinley who spent and wrote "A Weekend at Bird Rock Hotel"...
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How to Plan a San Juan Island Getaway - The Husband Edition
It had been a harrowing week and it was only Monday. I know, right? We have teenagers. Enough said. After both boys announced sleepover plans...
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Friday Harbor - Farm to Table Restaurant
A coworker at our hotel used to say to our guests, that you can’t find a bad restaurant in Friday Harbor, because it has to...