VLOG: Solo Travel to Washington w Me - Staying on a House Boat, Gig Harbor, Olympic National Park

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  • @SisterofPaulPodcastPrayers
    @SisterofPaulPodcastPrayers 2 роки тому +96

    You went to my home town!! Wow that is so crazy! My family has lived in gig harbor for years!! I love watching your videos and have been in a time of big life changes as well and I have found a lot of comfort watching your videos💓💓 thank you for sharing your life with us!

    • @1468shasty
      @1468shasty 2 роки тому +4

      I love gig harbor so much I worked off of point fosdick for years and miss that area I’m in puyallup now but nothing compares to gig

    • @mandycandi4063
      @mandycandi4063 2 роки тому +1

      @@1468shasty Try Manchester, Washington

    • @Schmitz_Creek
      @Schmitz_Creek 2 роки тому +4

      Another person from my area! I’m from Tacoma 😊

    • @corinneburque
      @corinneburque 2 роки тому +1

      I live in Gig Harbor-it was fun to see this video through the eyes of Michel.

    • @IDK_Mr.M
      @IDK_Mr.M 2 роки тому

      I can see the harbor from my house from my room.

  • @tisha1109
    @tisha1109 2 роки тому +17

    Its been a tough year for me (really really tough) and your vlogs have been an escape. Thank you for being you.

  • @laurabaumel689
    @laurabaumel689 2 роки тому +2

    I have lived in Washington my whole life and seeing it in your eyes have given me even more appreciation for my home state. It is beautiful!

  • @annikawallace4959
    @annikawallace4959 2 роки тому +12

    Hello Michel you are an inspiration to me. I have been watching your UA-cam channel for a few months. I am newly divorced and don't have the confidence to do the things you do. You are helping me build my confidence. It is nice to see you still vlog even when you are not 100 percent which makes you real. Keep going you are a beautiful person.

  • @veronicaperkins8741
    @veronicaperkins8741 2 роки тому +43

    This is my favorite solo trip you have taken so far Michele! Thanks for bringing us with you! Absolutely gorgeous video!

  • @sarameier
    @sarameier 2 роки тому +2

    I love that you used Jordy’s song on this video 🥲 So sweet. Looks like it was a lovely, relaxing trip!

  • @breealexander3924
    @breealexander3924 2 роки тому +24

    Another great travel vlog! I would of loved to travel like this in my 20’s! Living vicariously through you. ❤

  • @catherinetorgerson5111
    @catherinetorgerson5111 2 роки тому +2

    I live in Washington State. Thank you for displaying her beauty. Please return!!!

  • @r.ladnerstroud8516
    @r.ladnerstroud8516 2 роки тому +3

    I moved to Washington about four years ago from Florida for my spouse's job. I'll always be a tropical beach bum at heart but there's something so special about the Olympic area. It has its own brand of magic. We actually live about 15 minutes from where you were in a house on the Puget Sound and it's so incredibly peaceful. I'm so glad you had such a fantastic visit. 😊

    • @gordo965
      @gordo965 2 роки тому

      Peaceful? You must live in the other pierce county

    • @r.ladnerstroud8516
      @r.ladnerstroud8516 2 роки тому

      I didn’t say I live in Pierce County. Where I live is, in my opinion, incredibly peaceful. Sorry you haven’t had that experience 😂

  • @unapologeticallyromel7096
    @unapologeticallyromel7096 Рік тому

    Watching your solo trips have really really opened my eyes on doing it one day.

  • @jamieholloway7104
    @jamieholloway7104 2 роки тому +2

    Welcome to Washington! I am glad you had a good trip. Sorry you were having a flare day. I have those too and they suck. Be well.

  • @amandasargent5829
    @amandasargent5829 2 роки тому +5

    Yay! That’s my neck of the woods. Next time check out Whidbey Island and Deception Pass, Bellingham and Bow are beautiful too. Could totally see you living in WA. It’s the best!

  • @laura7434
    @laura7434 2 роки тому

    What a great boat! So beautiful and inspiring 🤩🧡

  • @haileyholl-valdez2369
    @haileyholl-valdez2369 2 роки тому +1

    this was such a relaxing & inspiring vlog to watch. thank you for taking your camera along to this magical place!

  • @kdallosnc
    @kdallosnc 2 роки тому +5

    This could be my favorite travel vlog you have made yet! Thanks so much for taking us along, it was beautiful!! 💜
    PS I love Jordy’s song in this vlog!

    • @chrissiedcohen
      @chrissiedcohen 2 роки тому

      I was going to say the same thing about loving Jordy’s song in the vlog. Thanks for taking us to this beautiful place & for normalizing planning-as-you-go during travel.

  • @___Grace__
    @___Grace__ 2 роки тому +6

    Traveling alone is on my bucket list. Thanks for this!

  • @1468shasty
    @1468shasty 2 роки тому +1

    I live 30 mins from gig harbor I worked there for years at the AT&T and loved that area so much

  • @justinestjacques
    @justinestjacques 2 роки тому +9

    It’s a great day when Michel posts a video 🤍

  • @tfeliciano1106
    @tfeliciano1106 2 роки тому

    You’re so sweet. Glad you got to stay on a boat. Everything was so beautiful and serene.

  • @ChicReal
    @ChicReal 2 роки тому +6

    As soon as I finished working, I immediately logged on to watch your Washington vlog. Gig Harbor is so beautiful and serene! Hope you'll get to feeling much better on your next stop. Take plenty of breaks and please rest up as much as you can. Looking forward to your next stop in LA! Much love and blessings, Michel. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

  • @isabellalacy9901
    @isabellalacy9901 2 роки тому +4

    Also your vlogs always makes me so happy! They are always so relaxing, calming, and comforting!

  • @gwynethglas-brown9171
    @gwynethglas-brown9171 2 роки тому +2

    The boat was cute Plenty of windows for a Great view (Hope your feeling much beter )
    Maybe your new home will be a Boat 😜🤔
    Looking. Forward to your next video

  • @karenwyand7884
    @karenwyand7884 2 роки тому +2

    I loved the houseboat stay. I would love to do that. I have to say, it warms my heart that Maine is in your top two places. I live right next to wear you went in Maine. It is a beautiful place and right now it is stunning with the foliage!

  • @julie2643
    @julie2643 2 роки тому

    Glad you came. I live here in WA. On Elliott Bay specifically, it's beautiful here. I settled here about 20 yrs ago after traveling for a living. I love it here. I too still see myself on the east coast....you never know!

  • @annawoelfle
    @annawoelfle 2 роки тому +8

    Ah I has been so fun to watch you explore Washington! I moved here a couple years ago and some of the spots you went to are my absolute favorite. There are so many places in Seattle that I think you would adore if you come back sometime.

  • @iloveparee
    @iloveparee 2 роки тому +1

    You are always so brave. I enjoyed seeing the big driftwood.

  • @julierandall1994
    @julierandall1994 2 роки тому

    Welcome to my town! I know you will love it! Enjoy a little slice of paradise!

  • @michelaweiss4605
    @michelaweiss4605 2 роки тому +12

    So happy you enjoyed Washinton!! I lived on a houseboat (or floating home) in Seattle for 4 years and loved it :)

  • @kellybrick1618
    @kellybrick1618 2 роки тому

    I have been watching you for years. I just was watching and smiling as you always seem to make me do and thought that’s not a generic song. It’s beautiful before I even looked I knew it was Jordys.
    Such a special trip! 💕

  • @tommiegnosis
    @tommiegnosis 2 роки тому +33

    Isn't Washington just one of the most beautiful states? I'm 34, moved here at 18, and it's my favorite state. We have so much water, 2 mountain ranges, a volcano (mt. Rainier), rainforests, waterfalls. It is really amazing and has become my home. I always love seeing people enjoy their experiences here!

    • @rebeccameinzer8551
      @rebeccameinzer8551 2 роки тому

      We also have Mt. St. Helen's and Mt. Adams bith Volcanoes. Also, the beautiful Columbia River Gorge( my home) as well Eastern Wa!

    • @jennamiller6392
      @jennamiller6392 2 роки тому

      I love living in Washington. Been here for 4 years and I can’t imagine leaving!

  • @maddy27285
    @maddy27285 2 роки тому

    I moved from the west coast to the east coast and omg do I miss the nature! It was fun to see the west coast forest, ocean, and mountains

  • @Dm777-7
    @Dm777-7 2 роки тому +3

    Be well and safe in your fun adventures! 💕

  • @itssewbecky3632
    @itssewbecky3632 2 роки тому

    Great travel vlog & I had to giggle at the smallest lighthouse everrrrr-lol.

  • @paulakelley4845
    @paulakelley4845 2 роки тому

    Best trip! Thanks for taking us along . Safe travels.

  • @Glm867
    @Glm867 2 роки тому +1

    What a beautiful town and nature trail 😍 The boat was amazing too! So sorry you had a yucky day but glad you’re feeling better ❤️

  • @bron3936
    @bron3936 2 роки тому

    I enjoyed this trip so much! It’s a shame you felt unwell one day, but good on you for acknowledging and adjusting your plans. The waterfall hike was so pretty and perfectly accompanied by Jordy’s music ❤

  • @donnarakitzis2719
    @donnarakitzis2719 2 роки тому

    Wow what a beautiful opportunity and experience! Enjoy

  • @leeg9787
    @leeg9787 2 роки тому +1

    The view was beautiful. I’m so happy for you. Support you 💯
    Keep going baby. 🖤

  • @heatherk1792
    @heatherk1792 2 роки тому

    I miss WA so much. Visiting my grandma was always the best.

  • @marissaackerman4393
    @marissaackerman4393 2 роки тому +1

    I live about twenty minutes from gig harbor and it’s one of my favorite places!! If you ever come back you should stay in Westport at the little cottages on the bay. It’s a sweet little town and you can explore so many beaches around the area! Specifically, Pacific Beach when they do their kite festival.

  • @louisedurrant1804
    @louisedurrant1804 2 роки тому

    Beautiful video and so happy to find another coeliac….take care of you and have a lovely weekend…❤️ xxx

  • @elbow7991
    @elbow7991 2 роки тому

    Such a cool place to stay. The water can be so relaxing. Praying you feel better. 🙏❤️

  • @Its_Lisa
    @Its_Lisa 2 роки тому

    Home town. Wow glad you enjoyed Gig Harbor. Another reason I love watching you.

  • @najetteroberts5553
    @najetteroberts5553 2 роки тому

    The boat was beautiful and quaint. Love where you were. So gorgeous. Love everything where water is too. Just something about it. Thanks for bringing us along. Sorry you were not feeling so great. 😔 hope you have better days now.

  • @sheilavanduynfote5539
    @sheilavanduynfote5539 2 роки тому

    Michel I am so sorry that you are not feeling well, please just rest and relax. Definitely a beautiful area Washington is a gorgeous state.❤️❤️❤️

  • @allyssumrose
    @allyssumrose 2 роки тому +2

    Oh Michel the forest looks so beautiful!!! I love the big trees and how green it was!! I'm so glad you are enjoying your trip on the houseboat!! 😁 Prayers & Wishes Lisa Hampton 😃

  • @decotoes
    @decotoes 2 роки тому

    You are absolutely loving my dream right now! I LOVE BOATS, too! Staying on a boat house is on the top of my bucket list!

  • @jasminenavarro9082
    @jasminenavarro9082 2 роки тому

    omg stop, this is Jordy? I am crying! what the actual heck! ong om gomgomgog!!!!! His voice is beautiful

  • @Rose-yd7bn
    @Rose-yd7bn 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Michel, these vlogs are awesome. Thanks for sharing.

  • @charlenesmith209
    @charlenesmith209 2 роки тому

    I'm so jelly of you!! This is like the coolest thing ever to do!! I wish I were there!! Ok, back to the video..don't know why I always comment before the video is over!

  • @joball-porter9481
    @joball-porter9481 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful scenery!! Love the idea of staying on a boat!! Thank you for sharing!!

  • @Ali_E26
    @Ali_E26 2 роки тому

    "I get really excited about little hidden storage" I laughed cause I can relate so hard

  • @maryrain2162
    @maryrain2162 2 роки тому

    Oh...Michel I love your vlogs & traveling with you so peaceful!!! I try to find peace in everything. You are truly an inspiration!!! By the way...I love that song that was playing while you were in the park. It ended with everybody just wants to be in love 😍 I looked below & found out it was Jordy...so SWEET!!! Love you Muchel, but GOD LOVES YOU MORE ❣️❣️❣️

  • @isabellalacy9901
    @isabellalacy9901 2 роки тому +9

    Hey michel! I just wanted to say that you are such an inspiration to me! I love your content so much and I love your solo travel vlogs so much! Ilysm and I hope that you are having an amazing day!

  • @rebeccazahn5299
    @rebeccazahn5299 2 роки тому

    I think this is one of my favorites. I’m so sorry you were feeling bad. 💚

  • @sonialeaphart9669
    @sonialeaphart9669 2 роки тому

    I'm so glad you went to gig harbor in Washington State, not too far from my hometown, I'm so glad you had a great experience on a boat house, Seattle also has them by the pier, reason why I love the Northwest, mountains, waterfalls, lakes, beaches, boutiques, restaurants, etc and so much more 😊

  • @cindyhurley9786
    @cindyhurley9786 2 роки тому

    you need to go to oregon you can go from mountain to coast in one day. mt hood and seaside

  • @francinejaninesarmiento1797
    @francinejaninesarmiento1797 2 роки тому +4

    So glad to have watched this, I also wanted to do solo travel to places like Maldives and Hawaii. I always think that travel is made easier when you have the best travel gear and essentials too. The bento bag from Nomad Lane is my best carry-on bag for travels like this. Thought I'd share it with you guys too

  • @korneliacevasco9939
    @korneliacevasco9939 2 роки тому +1

    How cool - less is more . Hope you are feeling better . I am also immune compromised and know about flare ups. Greetings from Florida ( lots of boats here 😀)

  • @brandiannek
    @brandiannek 2 роки тому +1

    I live in Oregon, 2-3 hours from Seattle. I love this area so much. Glad you got to enjoy it!

  • @christinelewis1154
    @christinelewis1154 2 роки тому

    All I can say is amazing!! Love the water when it’s like that and that boat❤

  • @chefmarianrene5251
    @chefmarianrene5251 2 роки тому

    Such a kool vibe and trip so proud of you and love the 🎼🎼music!!

  • @llnut4775
    @llnut4775 2 роки тому

    How cool, wish you felt better. Take care.

  • @donnacoxx8232
    @donnacoxx8232 2 роки тому

    LOVE YOU!!!! LOVE THIS Video . Keep Living LIFE Girl friend !!!!

  • @dollieegert6705
    @dollieegert6705 2 роки тому

    Just beautiful. Don't forget to get a picture for your wall.

  • @haleybrown1962
    @haleybrown1962 2 роки тому +1

    I’m from Port Angeles! I loved seeing the site again ❤❤.

  • @AmandaBeez
    @AmandaBeez 2 роки тому +1

    Michel! You’re the first vlogger I ever really started following. I really feel like we’d be bffs in real life. So much in common!!!
    Come visit St. Augustine, I think you’d love it!! ❤

  • @edwardleecaliforniausa
    @edwardleecaliforniausa 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Michel good morning happy Thursday morning and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you

  • @MissBrensLaw
    @MissBrensLaw 2 роки тому

    Hugs from Olympia 🤗 And lived in Grays Harbor County for about 4 1/2 yrs ❤️

  • @bethanyphillips3869
    @bethanyphillips3869 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely loveeeee❤ My oldest just moved last year to Washington. Wanting to get up there to visit with my other 3 kiddos. It looks so refreshing ✨ Love the boat, super cute.

  • @slowlyturningintoaplant
    @slowlyturningintoaplant 2 роки тому +1

    Loved this video! You look so happy 🤗

  • @ChezB70
    @ChezB70 2 роки тому +1

    So peaceful. Thank you, Michel... :)

  • @augustek5382
    @augustek5382 2 роки тому

    Great travel vlog! Loved the Ruby beach shots and coffee shop visits and a boat tour!👍

  • @sullij63
    @sullij63 2 роки тому

    Omg I love Gig Harbor!! It is so quaint, and love the General Store. I have family in the Seattle area. And not a bad soundtrack for the video!!

  • @raunwyncotogna4732
    @raunwyncotogna4732 2 роки тому

    I love about an hour from gig harbor. Gonna have to keep the boat in mind for a lil staycation!

  • @crisramcas4726
    @crisramcas4726 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing such beautiful places!!

  • @karendequesada6248
    @karendequesada6248 2 роки тому

    The Olympic peninsula is dreamy 🌿

  • @kathya9522
    @kathya9522 2 роки тому +5

    You are a lot braver than I would be to go on these solo trips. Not that I haven’t traveled alone, but there were always business associates traveling to the same destination, so I always had someone to reach out to. Or I stayed in relatively familiar hotels, I was never out on a boat alone. But then, I am not comfortable on boats. Happy you are and took us along!

    • @firesidechatswithkristy677
      @firesidechatswithkristy677 2 роки тому +2

      I agree. To me, traveling alone would be scary.

    • @rhondag9717
      @rhondag9717 2 роки тому +1

      I agree..

    • @csc1641
      @csc1641 2 роки тому +1

      I agree100%. I love the idea of going it alone but going to an isolated park by myself would be a no-no and I am comfortable with my choices and instincts.

    • @GmaMom
      @GmaMom 2 роки тому +2

      @@csc1641 I was thinking the same thing….I’m from that area….and walking through the forests alone seem a bit scary. And that drive to Forks! As I recall there wasn’t a lot of reception on the way there.

  • @sashabenton4413
    @sashabenton4413 2 роки тому +4

    Welcome to Washington! I’ve been waiting for this vlog and you ended up literally staying at the dock my uncle works at! 😂 You need way more time to explore the Olympic peninsula and you have to come back and go to Friday Harbor or Langley, they are even cuter than Gig Harbor, you would love them.

  • @victoriabanks-lai1127
    @victoriabanks-lai1127 2 роки тому +1

    Such a peaceful trip. Thank you for sharing.

  • @559569
    @559569 2 роки тому +1

    I love your solo travel vlogs. Greetings from Slovakia.

  • @kimberlylott1459
    @kimberlylott1459 2 роки тому

    I love these videos. Please let Jordy know that I love his music too. Much love from Minnesota 💖💖💖

  • @firesidechatswithkristy677
    @firesidechatswithkristy677 2 роки тому

    This reminds me of when my husband and I went to CrossTimbers Marina in Skiatook, Oklahoma. We rented a boat and stayed in one of their lake front cabins. They have a restaurant and the boat rentals in walking distance. I think you would love it there if you are ever near Tulsa, OK. Crosstimbers Marina is about 15 minutes from the Tulsa airport.

  • @lvlysticgirl
    @lvlysticgirl 2 роки тому

    Simply stunning!! Thanks for sharing your trip with us! So cool staying on a boat!!

  • @sonyamckinney9593
    @sonyamckinney9593 2 роки тому

    My hometown, aww I'm going to get homesick watching.

  • @thelaundrychat
    @thelaundrychat 2 роки тому +2

    thanks for sharing your stay on a boat !! how fun! thank you for your vulnerability as always ☁️☁️

  • @rachelblankson4728
    @rachelblankson4728 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing VLOG! thank you for sharing and I'm hoping you are feeling better. I'm thinking I may have to rent a boat one of these days at age 53!

  • @acrabill1
    @acrabill1 2 роки тому

    The Pacific Northwest is, in my opinion, the most beautiful part of the US. My company's corporate office is in Tacoma and I have a really good gf who lives in Gig Harbor. I've always been so excited any time I've had to go there for work. And what a great idea to stay on a houseboat. That looked amazing!

  • @dianaallen5700
    @dianaallen5700 2 роки тому

    I miss being up there. It is so extremely beautiful there. A favorite place was Multnomah falls another was Blaine. Coos Bay. Lapine, Oregon. That's where my mom decided to go live. Also loved there. Some people may think it looks gloomy but it's not. It's absolutely beautiful. Wish I could go back before I die. Just to sit somewhere and take it all in. And breathe....

  • @rebeccameinzer8551
    @rebeccameinzer8551 2 роки тому

    Gig Harbor and the Olympic area is so beautiful. Washington State is beautiful. We have it all the ocean, mountains, snow capped Volcanoes. Waterfalls. The Columbia River. The desert. You should come to The Columbia River Gorge. It's beautiful. Hikes. Boutiques, yummy food ( gluten-free is easy to find) Explore little communities. All within 60 milescof Portland Oregon!

  • @joanpotanko6351
    @joanpotanko6351 2 роки тому

    Love your boat. Looks so peaceful

  • @amandaify1428
    @amandaify1428 2 роки тому +2

    Girl! On your solo trips don’t get over anything!!! Soak it all in. Just look and be present with your self and the moment. It’s beautiful that you get to travel and see these things! You deserve to take it in!

  • @paigemurray9073
    @paigemurray9073 2 роки тому

    Beautiful vlog! I was hoping to see you when you go to LA soon, but I moved to Washington state this week. 😅 So glad you could take this time for yourself. This vlog was so fun to watch and makes me excited to live here. 😊

  • @merryclaire
    @merryclaire 2 роки тому

    Such a lovely trip! I love that it is tied with Portland, ME. That vlog is actually how I found you because I will be moving there in a few months! so much love to you, Michel

  • @alisonsmith72
    @alisonsmith72 2 роки тому

    What a beautiful and calming vlog. It was the perfect accompaniment to my slow fall morning. I think you'd love Door County WI in the fall too. I know WI is not as sexy as WA or MA but it would totally be your vibe. Thanks for the travel inspiration!

  • @ericatenney3748
    @ericatenney3748 2 роки тому

    Mainer here! I discovered you from your Maine vlog and I just wanted to say next time you should visit during fall season! The colors out here are wild 😍
    Love following you!

  • @KielaD
    @KielaD 2 роки тому +1

    Looks peaceful and amazing! Great job!

  • @sydneyk9344
    @sydneyk9344 2 роки тому

    I’m so glad you enjoyed some of my beautiful home state!! ❤

  • @vickyb9918
    @vickyb9918 2 роки тому

    Looks so pretty and peaceful.

  • @judykhaleck8034
    @judykhaleck8034 2 роки тому

    Hi Michel, I always love your trips either solo or with someone. They always bring me joy to watch you so happy and smiling. Oh please do a Montana trip next the hotel I would recommend for you would be the Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel. Sending you so much love and light and enjoy yourself and a healthy.😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤