Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Marine Life Center during your trip to Bellingham. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Padden Park, a lovely green space in Bellingham. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Squalicum Beach during your trip to Marietta-Alderwood? Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Western Washington University, during your trip to Bellingham. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

During your trip to Bellingham, you can do some window-shopping at Bellis Fair Mall. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.