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Yes! Pelican Bay is one of our favorites. Having grown up in Seattle going to both used bookshops and great coffee shops, I have a deep appreciation for this spot. :)

We totally understand - it’s not for everyone! If not Anacortes, where would you like to relocate to? 🌎

We're thrilled that the video was helpful! Have a fabulous trip to Anacortes - and reach out if you need any specific recommendations! :)

I feel you - it really is astonishing how expensive it's become, especially since covid! Keep an eye on the market in case things shift and prices come down...👀

Definitely try leaving a link - we'd love to see what you're talking about! :) And yes - you should explore it! Have you been to Guemes before?

Definitely! There are multiple vantage points on the west side of the island where you could look for whales, but our highest recommendation would be to take a whale watching tour (there are MANY excellent companies out of Anacortes) for an up close and personal experience! Let us know if you'd like any whale watching expedition company recommendations!

@@leahcourage Hi, thanks for the response. We ended up going whale watching and it was a great time! Had two humpbacks circling our boat. Will be back again to see some orcas hopefully :)

There are whales, including sightings of orcas right out in Guemes Channel this past week. But it's not like, "Hey, let's go out to the park and see some whales". And whales in any sighting are likely to be at a significant distance. That's why the sightings in Guemes Channel are so neat when they happen. Or, you could get incredibly lucky walking across the Deception Pass bridge and spot a pod traveling under you through the pass, an experience a friend related to us. Just don't be disappointed if you go to a viewpoint to see whales and it doesn't happen. The whale tour boats are more of a sure thing because of spotters and radio relay of sightings, but again, restrictions to protect orcas mean that these viewings will be at a 1000 yards or more.

Hi Shandra! Great to hear from you! :) We would love to catch up also - we can't wait to hear about Into the Sun Travel so that we can share your company info!

I could not agree more! Whidbey Coffee is DELICIOUS (thank goodness they have so many locations!), and the Store's muffin selection is second to none! You could literally 'eeny-meeny-miny-mo' your muffin selection and end up with something incredible!

I'll put in a word for Skagit Bakery in the Commercial district. They have very limited hours for retail, but their pastries are great and they serve good coffee and espresso drinks. They have Italian sodas and Lopez Creamery ice cream in the summer. They are mostly wholesale, including supplying pastries to Whidbey Coffee.

True! It's fascinating to explore what all the minute differences are of the various towns in this area. Anacortes definitely has it's own vibe - totally different from Stanwood, Oak Harbor, Langley, etc. But, on the whole, the quality of Western Washington is pretty darned high. :)

We totally get it - and the prices have especially gone up after covid! Fingers crossed that we have some price corrections in our future so that the town can become more affordable again!

That's great to know! What was your experience like?

Self-guided tour. Interesting to see what life was like on the snag boats, along with the technology used to keep the rivers navigable. Good views from the upper deck. Also a great intro to the maritime heritage of the area in the exhibits in the building next to the boat.

We're so glad to hear that, Misty! Thank you for sharing! Don't hesitate to reach out if you need any specific recommendations on all things Anacortes and Skagit County! :)

Thank you so very much! Just wanting to pay it forward as it was videos like these that lead me to change my life!!

Technically it is - it's broken up into two portions: the Whidbey Island side and the Anacortes/Fidalgo Island side. The Anacortes side has Bowman Bay and Lighthouse Point with great camping and day hiking. :)

Don't you worry; I'm saving those details for another video! 😆

Thank you so, so much, Mae! I hope your carnivore journey is going well!

You haven’t talked about healthcare. Is there a hospital nearby?

We completely understand. Leah grew up in Seattle and feels the same way about the city (WAY too busy and too many people), and Jon grew up on Orcas Island and got to see the island when there was barely anyone there! The whole Puget Sound has grown tremendously. We're grateful that Fidalgo Island is only so big and only so many people can move here!

It's definitely getting more populated - I agree! Thank goodness it's an island with only so much space for development!

@@leahcourage yeah well that’s not stopping them from moving here

@@leahcourage I’ve lived here since 1981 I remember how it was back then, I just wish was like that again

Come back and visit - and glad to hear you had a great experience living in this beautiful town! :)

We hope you get the chance to come back and visit - or move back! It truly is a wonderful place to call home!

You are totally right! It's a city park - that was a total booboo. It's amazing how many fabulous city parks we have on this island that appear to look like state parks! 😄

There's also Sharpe Park, a Skagit County park. Nice thing about the city and county parks is they have no fee for parking, in contrast to the state parks.

Thank you very much!

That's awesome - and we wish that more places in the US were as safe as your area!

Yes - he does and for a very good reason! I’m glad you enjoyed the video! It’s the only way I’ll ever eat again!

Oahu is wonderful - we also love Maui!

Yahoo, fellow carnivore! I'm just glad to be able to pass the good news about this lifestyle along so that, hopefully, someone watches the video and it inspires them to try it - and it changes their life like it did mine!

You can do it! One day at a time, one moment at a time. I've been there many times also. Don't beat yourself up if you fall off and eat something that isn't carnivore once in a while - just get right back on it after you deviate and do your best. How long have you been doing it for?

Thank you! Carnivore lifestyle is the way to go!

Believe me, we wish it was that easy!

That’s quite a drive and a climate shift! It’s true: people aren’t overly extroverted here in Western Washington, but they will almost always be very friendly and warm once you initiate conversation. 😊