It was less then 30 miles to the parking lot, yet the last 10 miles took over 20 minutes. Traffic, some people would not believe in how much traffic. Single lane road with LOTS of cars all heading to the same place. But, hey, we're retired as long as we get a parking spot ($10), a free ride across, and score senior tickets ($4.50) on the way back we're good.
We managed to get on the 8:45, with lots of time, next thing we know, we're moving and heading across to Seattle. Our plan ? The original underground Seattle, Space Needle, some glass blowing, the Pier market and lunch.
The ferry docked and off we were on our Seattle adventure. First stop, Underground Seattle. This is a guided tour (Dean), lasting about 2 hours. Dean, was a very good interpreter and guide. He took us back to the 1800's when Seattle was just a muddy beach where business sprange up and the mayhem, corruption and poof sprung into existence.
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Needless to say, fun was had by all. The main thing, is, it is safe to go down, but for restoration, I would take Ellinwood, Ks. for complete restoration:
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Anyway, it was a very enjoyable tour and then we were off to the Space Needle. By way of the Pier Market, and how did we manage getting there you ask? We decided to walk, but hey it was less than 2 miles I think, no different than other people in the city would do.
As we walked we saw sites, people, lot's of security, police and tourist milling around everywhere. Some of which you can see by way of our photos:
As we continued our journey to the Space Needle, Susan wanted to stop in at a glass blowing store:
But soon we arrived at the Needle in time for our scheduled appointment or at least what our ticket said.
But, alas all things come to an end or in reality, too many people. So we headed down and this time we took the monorail back to central and then walked back down to the pier for a good lunch. Let's say, food was good, but it it a very small kitchen, and when big families come in. Well, go someplace else, at least we had a good view.
But, then it was time to head back, as we had people to see, things to do and places to go.
A great big thank you to Chuck and Cheryl for taking care and checking in on Dakota and Tilly while we were gone for the day.
Safe Travels & Journeys
From
DaGirls AKA Dakota & Tilly
Susan, Tilly, Dakota and me.
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