Seattle - Fast Facts
Fast, fun and functional in Seattle
Story by Carly Milne
Stay
Fairmont Olympic - this downtown hotel is decadently opulent in an old-school way, and perfectly situated to 
Fairmont Olympicsee lots of what the city has to offer within spitting distance of your temporary home base.
Eat
Shuckers - an upscale casual seafood-heavy eatery that has the comfort of Cheers, but the class you'd expect from a five-star. There's something for everyone here - just make sure you save room for dessert.
See
Pike's Place Market - yes, it's the home of the world's
Pikes Place Market first Starbucks and the infamous fish throwers, but don't ignore the incredible produce, stunning array of flowers, and the Daily Dozen, the best mini-donut spot on the planet.
Do
Sea Plane - whether it's for a city tour or you want to 
Sea Plane Tourhop over to an outlaying island, taking a sea plane is the way to go. Earplugs are optional, but don't forget your camera.
Got a question for Carly Milne? Email us or leave your comments below and she'll answer them and likely throw in a few freebie tips as well. And don't forget to visit Restaurantica, our sister site, and rate your favorite eating places in Seattle!
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Comments
The market is actually
The market is actually called Pike Place Market....not Pike's...we locals can spot tourists from a mile away when they utter the dreaded phrase, "let's go to Pike's Place Market!" Just thought i'd let ya know!
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