Lots of writers have written about things to do in Seattle. There are lists upon lists of local activities, all with a slant toward the author’s favorite hot spots. For people looking to do their own research, however, there are numerous resources for that as well. This post won't provide another list, but will instead deal with several of the platforms and sites travelers can access that might help them with their stay in Seattle.
I always begin my search for travel information with VisitorTips.com. A creation of Certified Folder Display (the company that services all those tourism brochure racks you see inside hotel lobbies), Visitor Tips is a tremendous resource for tourists. Not very many companies know the tourism industry like Certified Folder Display does. Visitor Tips is their digital wing and tourists can find a great deal of things to do in Seattle by checking out their digital brochure rack. Attractions, accommodations, dining and shopping can all be found on this site. Before we look at any other source, we go to Visitor Tips.
Online directories have become more and more popular among consumers. Platforms such as Trip Advisor, Yelp, Google Reviews and Angie’s List are essentially internet directories, just like a more elaborate yellow pages. In contrast to the phone book, all these directories list all kinds of valuable information for travelers to Seattle. They include detailed company descriptions, contact information, pricing and photographs. The best part, however, are the individual testimonials. After visiting an attraction, hotel or restaurant, people are given the chance to rate and write a review of their experience.
A government website can be a great place to find visitor information. These could supply a lot of practical information to tourists who are interested in going to museums, art exhibitions and city operated destinations in Seattle. Government departments are notorious for not updating their websites so it's usually a good idea to call when preparing for your trip.
Search engines are a good place to look for tourist information. Many of them have refined search features in the left or right side bars. You can find Places, Discussions, Blogs, Flights, Hotels and more. The discussions are a very good place to see just what other people are saying about a particular destination. Locals will pop in from time to time as well, offering even more helpful information. You can often gain travel insight and local information on some very cool places that other travelers generally miss. Explore the community forums and blogs and engage in discussions. People enjoy offering their knowledge and the contributors in these community forums are generally quite helpful.
There is certainly plenty to do in Seattle. Take advantage of everything accessible to you online. A great place to begin is with Visitor Tips. Then go to the internet directories and browse the consumer testimonials for the attractions and businesses you're considering. If you're planning on touring any government attractions, make sure to check out their website as well. As a final point, get the finer details by checking blog sites and discussions where you can find local residents and people who have an intimate knowledge of the region. Finding things to do in Seattle is easy if you make use of all these assets.
Published on: Oct 13, 2012
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