Life + Culture

Summer Starts Outside

Five Fun-Filled Ways to Explore Bellevue Article by Megan Ewing Paddle Into Sunset Views Grab a kayak or paddleboard at Meydenbauer Bay Park and glide across sparkling water while the Bellevue skyline glows nearby. It’s the perfect mix of adventure, relaxation, and unbeatable summer scenery.   Wander Through Colorful Gardens Hidden paths and vibrant flowers make Bellevue Botanical Garden feel like a secret escape. Bring your camera, enjoy shady trails, and soak up one of Bellevue’s...

Sports + Recreation

Turning Left at 200 Miles Per Hour

Inside the Wild World of H1 Hydroplane Racing Article by Susie Naficy | Photography by Unlimiteds.Net For most people in the Pacific Northwest, hydroplane racing is something they glimpse once a year during Seafair: loud boats, giant rooster tails, and crowds lining Lake Washington. But beneath that annual spectacle, there is an entire racing world built on family dynasties, engineering obsession, and boats capable of reaching nearly 200 miles per hour while skimming the surface of the water. ...

Travel

Designing Your Next Escape

Luxury travel advisor Maria of Registry Travel shares three unforgettable destinations worth exploring. Article by Taylor Robinson | Photography by As noted Maria's love of travel began long before she founded Registry Travel. Growing up, she dreamed of seeing the world and one day visiting all seven continents. That passion eventually led her around the globe through a decade of service as a U.S. Navy helicopter pilot, where she specialized in logistics and operations, lived throughout the...

Home + Design

Leading from the Ground Up

The mindset, discipline, and relationships shaping one of the Eastside’s most trusted builders Article by Susie Naficy | Photography by As Noted In an industry where glossy photos of finished homes often take center stage, Stacy Eakman has quietly shifted the focus. For him, the real story isn’t just the product, it’s the people behind it. As the driving force behind Alair Homes Kirkland, Eakman built more than a portfolio of high-end custom homes across the Eastside. He’s built a reputation...