Point Ruston: Visit Tacoma's Trendiest Neighborhood

Point Ruston is in North Tacoma, and located on the waterfront in North Tacoma. It is my favorite GO TO spot. I absolutely love it! I  lived in the Seattle area for 30 years, and have taken in many views of Rainier from around the area. In my opinion, this is the best place to capture a panoramic view.

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A Weekend In Bellevue WA: Where to Shop, Stay and Eat

Bellevue WA: "Boomburb" Bellevue is a beautiful city located east of Seattle, with sweeping views of Lake Washington for a backdrop. Add it to your list on your next visit to the beautiful Puget Sound!

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5 Rules for Turning Your Vacation into Tax-Deductible Business Travel

Lugano,Switzerland Image: Copyright @ mapleleopard.com This post is sponsored by David E. Webber   LLC Welcome back to Maple Leopard.  This featured post, will help save on your travels with tax deductions you may not know about. Thanks to David for sharing his expertise.

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Where to Stay in Tacoma WA: Hotel Murano

*This post is in collaboration with Travel Tacoma and Hotel Murano. I was hosted for a one night stay to promote " You''ll Like Tacoma Day." I'm excited to share my review of the beautiful Hotel Murano in Tacoma! This boutique accommodation is located downtown, in the heart of the city.  Tacoma is known as "Destiny City."

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Leavenworth Wa Tiny House Village: A Cozy Petite Retreat

* This post is in collaboration with Petite Retreats and Leavenworth Tiny House Village.  I received a complimentary stay in exchange for a review.  All opinions are my own. This post containts affliliate links. If you reserve thru my links I may receive a small commission at no additional cost I've always wanted to stay in a Tiny House. I and my friend Patti took a trip to Leavenworth WA, in partnership with  Petite Retreats. It was an amazing escape from the burbs to enjoy nature.

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Coquitlam B.C.: How to Explore Like a Local

*This post was sponsored by Tourism Coquitlam.  As always, all opinions are my own.  All photos: Copyright Maple Leopard Welcome to one of the Lower Mainland's best getaways: Coquitlam , British Columbia. This beautiful city is a bustling urban getaway 40 minutes from downtown Vancouver. I grew up in the area, and spent a few years in Coquitlam. It was an amazing adventure to revisit childhood memories.

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Capilano Suspension Bridge Park : 7 Unforgettable Experiences

*  This post was in collaboration with Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. I received  complimentary tickets into the park, in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

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3 Must See Sights in Gastown: + A Style Guide

 * This photo shoot was in collaboration with Vancouver Photographer  Marilaine Delisle.  This blog is reader-supported, so  no   banner ads  🙌 Affiliate links may earn us a commission Gastown, is a unique and historic part of my hometown Vancouver, Canada.  This visit, it was fun to collaborate with a local photographer.  If you are visiting Vancouver and need photos, do check out Marilaine's work. Her photography talent is amazing!

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Vancouver B.C: Outstanding Views from Stanley Park

This post contains Affliliate Links. If you reserve from my links, I will receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Everytime I go back home to Vancouver, I fall in love with the beautiful scenery all over again. Check out my tips for capturing Outstanding Views from Stanley Park!

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Exploring the Wonders of Prague, Venice and Vienna

                            This GUEST POST is in collaboration with Local Experiences Tours . Traveling to new places is always an adventure, and my recent journey to Prague, Venice and Vienna was nothing short of magical. Each city, with its own unique charm and history; offered me unforgettable experiences that I can't wait to share with you.

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