Looking for the perfect picnic getaway? Pack up the kids & pets and hop a ferry for a relaxing day at the beach. Just a quick boat ride from the eastside or a beautiful drive over Deception Pass Bridge, Whidbey Island is an easy day trip. In these photos, caption author Sydney Simmons describes her ideal picnic at the beach.
A day spent soaking up the sun at a boho beach picnic is only complete with an ice cream cone and a good friend to enjoy it with.
Even Cocker Spaniels can appreciate a day at the beach, in between lounging in the warm sand and cooling off in the water.
Vintage bone china in varying patterns create a casual yet sophisticated platform for kid-friendly hors d’oeuvres. Placed on a wooden palette board, this tier of plates offers an open area for little hands to grab as they please.
Get the kids involved with putting together a simple treat for dessert by letting them mix frosted animal cookies into ice cream. Put a scoop on top of a cone dipped in candy melt and rolled in sprinkles for a special touch.
Tissue paper pom-poms allow for a fun and easy craft that kids will both enjoy making and admiring at their seaside picnic. Even on a windy day these decorations add a festive pop of color rustling in the breeze.
A sandy spot on the beach in the midst of driftwood logs is the perfect setting for a bohemian picnic. Add a sheet draped between driftwood poles and some colorful pillows, and you’ve got yourself a cozy nook ready for mingling and memories.
A directional sign provides a fun change of scenery, featuring dream beach destinations from around the world.
