Health + Wellness

The Fit Life

Kirkland resident, Laura Mak Quist, shares her fitness and wellness journey. Photography by Jose Moreno, JMORENO PR Laura Mak Quist, MS is the embodiment of “wisely fierce”, a term she coined to describe a woman who is in tune with her body, embraces mindful living, open to growth, and always learning.  Laura has lived a fitness lifestyle with many chapters of accomplishments for herself and her clients. Growing up her family engaged in more “lifestyle sports” like biking, canoeing, and...

Wellness

The Water Cure

How Passion and Purpose helped Create a Unique Wellness Hotel Experience Article by Caitlin Agnew Baker | Photography by Life N Light The Posthotel in Leavenworth has become known as the premier luxury wellness hotel in our state and it’s not hard to see why. As you enter Posthotel, you’re immediately embraced by a sense of calm. The air is lightly scented with their signature custom scent; soft ambient music sets a tranquil tone. Everything—from the luxurious textures to the quiet elegance of...

Life + Culture

For Auld Lang Syne

Article by Bree O'Brien | Photography by Courtesy of the families One thing that makes the winter holidays feel so special, is the continuation of family traditions. Seasonal songs, events, decorations, foods, and rituals hearken back to childhood and beyond - bringing warm memories to the current day. Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s Eve/Day and more all offer opportunities to enjoy old traditions and create new ones. Three local families shared some of their own with Kirkland...

Local Services

Best of Kirkland 2024

Article and Photography by Kirkland Lifestyle is honored to present this year’s group of “Best of Kirkland” winners that were chosen by YOU, our readers and community!  To be a winner of “Best of Kirkland” is highly regarded because it represents genuine feedback from real consumers rather than expert reviews. These businesses and individuals were chosen because they are a pleasure to do business with, and they value their relationships with clients, customers, and patients.  In other words...