Rick Steves Visits Whatcom County
Washington State's most famous European traveler, Rick Steves, put his jet-setting ways on hold—so we took this opportunity to bring him up to Bellingham and surrounding Whatcom County for a series of videos.
Episode 4: Rick Steves Experiences Outdoor Adventure in Bellingham City Limits
Discover the beauty of the Peak of the PNW! Explore over 90 miles of trails all within the city of Bellingham with Rick Steves!
Episode 3: Rick Steves Enjoys Arts & Culture in Whatcom County
This segment hosted by Rick Steves features his explorations of Whatcom County, Washington. Episode three, “Arts & Culture,” shows Steves exploring the Fairhaven and Downtown Arts Districts of Bellingham, touring exhibits, and even soaking up some historic maritime culture in the uppermost Pacific Northwest.
Experience Arts & Culture like Rick Steves—and leave the planning to us—when you sign up for our digital itinerary! Find out how here.
Episode 2: Rick Steves Explores Seaside Life and Peace Arch State Park at the Top of the PNW in Whatcom County
Episode two, “Extremely Northwest,” shows Steves learning about the exclave community of Point Roberts, enjoying the borderless zone at what is both a Provincial and State Park on the Canadian border, and soaking up seaside living in the uppermost Pacific Northwest. Release date: September 20, 2021
We are curating different themed experiences that serve as a free guide to discover everything Whatcom County has to offer.
Explore different waterfront destinations, eat at farm to table restaurants, shop at local businesses, ignite your imagination while touring museums and admiring murals, plus so much more!
Check in at participating locations to earn points for locally inspired prizes.
Episode 1: Rick Steves Tours Whatcom County and Samples Farm to Bottle Fare
In this first episode, he met local brewers and distillers and sampled plenty of locally made beer, gin, coffee, cider, and more. Take a look and see what he learned out about farm to bottle in Whatcom County. Release date: August 16, 2021
Use our round-up to find 17 amazing Whatcom County breweries.
