San Juan Island: Washington's Pacific Gem

San Juan Island is the second-largest of Washington's San Juan Islands, blending natural beauty with small-town charm. Friday Harbor, the island's main hub, welcomes most visitors as they arrive. Nature lovers will enjoy the island's diverse landscapes - from rolling farmlands to rocky shores where you can spot orcas from Lime Kiln Point State Park, one of the world's best places to watch whales from land. History fans can check out the American and English Camps, left from the 1859 Pig War boundary dispute. The island buzzes with activity during the San Juan County Fair in August and the Friday Harbor Film Festival in October. Visitors can easily take ferries to nearby Orcas and Lopez Islands, or connect to the mainland via Anacortes, Washington. When international routes are running, you can even travel to Sidney, British Columbia.

Discover the United States

The United States offers travelers an amazing mix of experiences across all 50 states. From the busy streets of New York City to the sunny beaches of California, this big country has something for everyone. You can explore famous landmarks like the Grand Canyon, the Statue of Liberty, and the Golden Gate Bridge. The country has many yearly celebrations worth planning your trip around, including July 4th fireworks, Thanksgiving parades in November, and New Year's Eve in Times Square. Major port cities like Miami, Seattle, and Boston connect you to nearby places by ferry - Miami has routes to the Bahamas, Seattle links to Victoria and Vancouver in Canada, while Boston takes you to coastal Massachusetts spots. With good transportation and landscapes from mountains to deserts, the United States offers endless adventures.