12 Reasons to Spend a Weekend in Bellingham, Washington | BC Living

Just 90 minutes south of Vancouver, Bellingham has culture, quirk and everything required for an exciting weekend getaway

Many of us fondly remember crossing the American border to visit Bellingham for cheap booze, American brands we couldn’t get in Canada, a quick stop on the way to Seattle or Portland, or to catch a flight with a discount airline out of BLI airport.

But unbeknownst to many, Bellingham’s downtown area and the historic Fairhaven district are loaded with character, charm and some of best eats and breweries in the Pacific Northwest—not to mention the stunning nature, including the scenic Chuckanut Drive and Mount Baker Ski Area, famed for having the most snowfall and longest ski season in the world.

Whether you’re a beer lover, adventure seeker, or just looking for a good old-fashioned family weekend getaway, here are 12 reasons you should take the 90-minute drive south to explore what locals refer to as B'ham—a gem nestled on the coast of Washington’s Whatcom County—for the weekend...

Read the full story on B.C. Living Magazine here.