Week 1 in Seattle

It's been almost a week since I arrived in the raw weather of Seattle. It has been mostly around 8-12˚C and its only spring here. Despite chill climate up here, I like the cold weather and hot latte combo. It's such a huge contrast to the heatwave in Manila. I've got about a month more of shivering, stepping out of the shower into the cold, strawberry shortcakes, and rhubarb cobbler until I head back into the sun.
Here's a few interesting facts about Seattle, WA for you.

• The first ever Starbucks opened in the Pike Place Market in Seattle. 
• Home of the iconic landmark, Space Needle
• This is the site of the world's largest building, Boeing's final assembly plant
• Setting of Grey's Anatomy

Anyways, I really hate flying for hours. There's always this struggle of finding the right position to sleep in. But good thing there were good choices of movies and series to keep me entertained.

Food at the Sky Lounge

Checked-in my eye bags, good thing they didn't charge me extra.

 Trivia #1: The Social Network is my second favorite movie. I never get tired of watching it. [Jewnicorn]

We made it across 6590 miles.

The RV

This is Keagan, but everyone calls him Boboy.

The food at the Spring Tea Brunch was lovely.

At the Wholefoods Market

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

They set up a bonfire backyard, down the hill, to cook the clams they dug up. 

Smores for dessert

And that's a summary of what I've been up the whole week. A month more to go but I don't really want to count. 

Next week's agenda: H&M, The Black Keys & Arctic Monkeys concert, more shopping?

Festivals

If you're the type who loves the adventure and just have a good time, these festival of colors aught to be the right fix. Well, if you've got the money on your pockets then why not give it a go. But even if you don't, it doesn't hurt to dream. Or does it?

Holi or the Festival of Colors is largely observed in India, but Utah also celebrates the event with music and bonfires.  It looks like a genuinely fun experience to participate in.
Check out these videos which showcase the wonderful captured moments.

Put that in your bucket list. Listen: Eskimo Boy by Strange Talk

Bellarocca: Philippine's Santorini

Recently, I have had the greatest opportunity to go to Bellarocca with my sister. It was beyond my expectations, partly because I had about 10% knowledge on this place. It's absolutely breathtaking there and also a great escape from the city. There weren't much people in the resort which is great because you get the privacy and intimacy you need, that is why it is the perfect getaway for couples. I should also mention that we had buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner hence probably gaining a few pounds from the trip. But nonetheless, I had a magnificent time and would love to come back.

 View from the balcony

 The infinity pool

The lap pool

 It takes 299 steps to get up there at the view deck.

We went snorkeling as well.

They served cocktails while watching the sunset.

Sunrise as we leave.