Our first trip to Seattle back in October 2013 was the first time my wife and I went on a vacation after having our first born child… so this was quite special. We instantly fell in love with it mostly because of the weather. It is rainy and gloomy - the perfect weather for us. We have talked about moving here numerous times because we just felt we belong here. We took our son with us on one of our trips back here a few years ago. This time we checked out some of Seattle’s real estate as the thought of moving in this city gives us some sort of buzz. Maybe some day we will move here. When the kids are all grown up, I see myself living here and enjoying the gloomy, rainy weather of this city. For now, I can only share with you some reasons why Seattle has become our favorite.
1. We love the rain.
Seattle averages about 150 rainy days a year, but the amount of rain that falls is not that much which is the perfect weather in my opinion. After living in Southern California for a decade now, my wife and I still can’t get used to most people considering rain as if it’s a natural disaster. People taking out their phones to take pictures and complaining about it on social media is pretty common here. A celebration would finally seem to ensue as soon as the sun comes up --- I still can’t figure this out but this happens all the time.
If you haven’t seen this video, this is exactly how people react when it rains in my town. 2. It is overcast most of the year.
It gets cloudy in the Emerald City about 225 days per year (woohoo!) and about 58 days of sunny skies. Most people move to SoCal because they like it sunny. Although there’s a lot of other reasons why I love SoCal, getting too much sun is not one of them. My wife even told me one time that she doesn’t like Summer that much because I get short with her. I never really noticed it but when she told me, I just realized that yes, the hot summer days make me hot tempered. Seattle is the exact opposite of sunny. My wife and I love to take long walks especially when it’s cloudy, and when we were in Seattle, all we did mostly was enjoy long walks.
3. It’s not just a Metropolitan Area.
Yes Seattle is a city, but you’re not limited to just seeing concrete walls all around. You can easily walk to amazing parks and community areas if you want to take a break from your office cubicle.
4. People in Seattle are cold, but that never bothered me.
Maybe it’s the weather, but I’ve heard so many people say that they can’t stand Seattle because people are mean. Most people who say this I assume are from the warm regions of the country like SoCal, where everyone is friendly and likes to small talk. I never find people in Seattle to be mean nor rude. They’re just not that warm and I don’t see it as a bad thing. When you walk into a store or hop at an Uber, there are times you just don’t want to chat. And this is why not making a lot of small talks in Seattle is something I don’t consider a problem.
5. Freeways are not just gray concrete sightings
It felt good driving around here because the display of multi colored trees surrounding the highways makes the drive great. The scenery is just spectacular.
6. World renowned National Parks are just several minutes to a couple of hour drive.
It doesn’t matter the season, you can visit national parks outside of Seattle and you’ll find yourself always staring in awe. That’s how I felt the first time I went to Mt. Rainier National Park. We went there again after a couple of years, and I still felt the same feeling of wonder.
7. Museums are everywhere.
Everytime we’re in a new city, I make it a point to take my wife to at least one museum or art exhibit whenever the time allows. Spending time in these places goes back way when we started dating. Seattle has tons of museums that will appeal to all audiences.
8. Best Asian food.
If California has the most delicious Mexican food, Seattle has some of the best Asian cuisine. I really find this strange and I haven’t really found any explanation but I’ve tried Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean food in this city and they are always on point. There are times my wife would tell me she wants to fly to Seattle just to have an order of combination fried rice from Golden Singha up in Cedar Street.
9. Fresh seafood.
Being in a coastal area allows everyone to enjoy fish, oysters, clams, mussels and all sorts of yummy shellfish.
10. Caffeine central.
Seattle residents consume the most coffee than any other city in the US. According to Wikipedia, people spend an average of $36 per month on coffee in this city. The first Starbucks location is in Seattle and this store in Pike Place is a tourist spot on its own, but it is also important to note that there are other very good (mostly better) coffee shops in this city. Walking through the streets of Seattle, I’ve realized that it is nearly impossible not to see at least one coffee shop in every block. If you love coffee, you will be in heaven living here.
I know some people who don't share the same views as mine and that's totally fine. I personally know someone who told me Seattle is his least favorite city. Have you ever been to Seattle? Let me know how you like it. ***Pictures taken during our first trip to Seattle on October 2013.
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7/1/2017 11:02:10 pm
Thank you Echo.
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6/24/2017 07:52:18 am
I seems a very nice place. The reason No. 8 " Seattle has some of the best Asian cuisine" attract me the most ;-)
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7/1/2017 11:03:24 pm
It is a really nice place. You should visit Seattle one time. :)
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6/24/2017 08:09:24 am
It seems a very nice place. The reason No. 8 " Seattle has some of the best Asian cuisine" attract me the most ;-)
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9/2/2017 09:51:35 pm
Thank you Suanlian! :)
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7/1/2017 11:05:19 pm
I'm the same way. I'm actually happier in colder weather. :)
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7/1/2017 11:07:16 pm
MoPop is amazing! Thanks for the comment Jen. :)
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6/26/2017 05:05:26 pm
I moved to Seattle from LA in 2008. I do not regret it. Seattle has all four seasons, but without the extremes. We only have two-three weeks of hot weather. Most apartments and homes don't have air conditioning which was weird. The only drastic difference is LA is a city of extroverts and Seattle is introverts. It is hard to make new friends here.
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7/1/2017 11:15:59 pm
Wow I didn't know that most homes in Seattle don't have air conditioning, but if you only have a couple weeks of hot weather then I won't mind not having an AC. I know someone who told me the same thing that it's hard to make friends in Seattle.
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6/26/2017 06:20:32 pm
I love Seattle! Pike's Market is one of my favorite places to go!
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7/1/2017 11:17:49 pm
Yes! There's just so much to see, sample and buy at Pike Place Market. :)
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7/1/2017 11:19:31 pm
You'd be in heaven here if you love coffee. :)
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7/1/2017 11:21:18 pm
A lot of people I know don't like the rain, but the beautiful sceneries always make the trip worth it.
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7/1/2017 11:21:49 pm
Yes! I'm glad you feel the same way. :)
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6/28/2017 09:36:08 am
I've only been to Seattle once, but I also fell in love with the city. It's one of the few cities in the US that I would actually live in after living in Europe.
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7/1/2017 11:44:00 pm
Hi Tom! I know too many people who just don't like the rain. I like it cold but I don't like too much snow. Haha
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7/10/2017 11:08:43 am
That's great to hear. Thanks for stopping by Emily. :)
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9/2/2017 09:52:52 pm
Ah yes, the rain. Lucky you. Enjoy your Seattle trip Leigh! :)
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7/19/2017 01:44:28 pm
Oh you do not have to twist my arm or convince me tonmove to Seattle as it is one of my most favorite cities in the US. Pikea place is one of the most fav spots for me too!
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9/2/2017 09:53:39 pm
Yes! Happy to find someone whose favorite is also Seattle. :)
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9/3/2017 01:45:50 pm
That sounds like a good idea. I'd love to be able to stay in Seattle for a couple of months. :)
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7/19/2017 04:18:55 pm
Beautiful pictures and the food looks really good. Hope to visit sometime soon God willing.
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9/3/2017 01:46:28 pm
Hope you make it to Seattle Christiana. :)
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7/19/2017 08:13:51 pm
Seattle looks like such a beautiful place to live in. I have always thought of moving to a different place but I haven't done so yet.
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9/5/2017 02:07:57 am
It really is a beautiful place. :)
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Ha! my brother and sister in law just moved there this year (for the NAVY) So far they love it! I haven't heard them say people are mean yet, hope that's not true for their sake!
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9/5/2017 02:10:30 am
Your brother and sister in law are so lucky. Btw, I've never been to MN and hoping to go there one day.
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9/7/2017 09:29:54 am
I'm a 90s kid so grunge is an important music growing up. Glad to found another one who wants to move in this beautiful city. :)
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9/7/2017 09:31:08 am
I will never get tired telling people how beautiful Seattle is. :)
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7/20/2017 04:18:08 pm
Hi! I have not been to Seattle in a very long time but this is a place I definitely want to take my family too! Great post!
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9/16/2017 10:05:36 am
Thanks for dropping by Debbie.
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9/16/2017 10:06:08 am
Always happy to meet someone who also wants to move there. :)
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Alaina Bullock
7/31/2017 12:36:56 pm
The one time I visited Seattle, I fell in love - instantly. It was not only a beautiful city, but it was so clean, too! And the atmosphere was great! Let me know if you move, I'll come visit! ;)
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9/21/2017 07:21:28 am
Sounds like a plan. :)
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Sarah
6/2/2018 10:45:42 am
I love this post! I was born and raised in SoCal and moved to Phoenix, AZ two years ago. I thought I would like it here but I don't. I have always wanted to live in Washington but become discouraged with the cost of housing. But I will try to find a way. Thank you for sharing your perspective! I deeply resonate with it!
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6/4/2018 08:34:05 am
Hi Sarah, I'm so glad you love this post. I'm hoping that someday to really live in Seattle, and I hope you get to do that too. :)
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