Announcing the Winners of the 2025 Best of Northwest Travel
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TACOMA, Wash. - Washingtoner -- The Best of Northwest Travel awards by "Northwest Travel & Life" magazine celebrate the exceptional destinations, attractions and experiences that make the Northwest a premier travel destination. The 2025 awards recognize outstanding contributions across various categories, highlighting the dedication and innovation that define the Northwest travel industry.

The Best of Northwest Travel awards are based on nominations and votes from "Northwest Travel & Life" readers who are passionate about travel, ensuring that the winners truly reflect the preferences and experiences of those who explore the region.

Learn more about each of the winners in the March/April 2025 issue of "Northwest Travel & Life " (https://www.nwtravelmag.com), Here are the 2025 winners in each category:

• Best Mountain Lodge/Resort: Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, Washington
• Best Pet-Friendly Lodging: Headlands Coastal Lodge & Spa, Pacific City, OregonBest Luxury Hotel:
• Best Family-Friendly Lodging: Seabrook, Pacific Beach, Washington
• Best Urban Hotel: Fairmont Empress, Victoria, British Columbia
• Best Fine-Dining Restaurant: Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi, Bellevue, Washington
• Best Casual Restaurant: Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery, Boise, Idaho
• Best Bakery/Pastry Shop: Left Bank Pastry, Olympia, Washington
• Best Wine-Tasting Experience: Willamette Valley Vineyards, Turner, Oregon
• Best Coffee House: Thump Coffee, Bend, Oregon
• Best Vacation City/Town: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
• Best Nature Experience: Hoh Rain Forest, Olympic National Park, Washington
• Best Scenic Drive: Chuckanut Drive Scenic Byway, Washington
• Best Day Hike: Upper Dewey Lake, Skagway, Alaska
• Best Cycling Trail: Kettle Valley Rail Trail, Penticton, British Columbia
• Best Paddling Destination: Penticton, British Columbia
• Best Guided Tour: Red Bus Tour, Xanterra Parks & Resorts, Glacier National Park, Montana
• Best Museum: High Desert Museum, Bend, Oregon
• Best Cruise Line: Holland America Line, Seattle, Washington
• Best Spa: Sparkling Hill Resort & Spa, Vernon, British Columbia

"These winners exemplify the best that the Northwest has to offer," says Josh Dunn, president and CEO of Premier Media Group. "We congratulate all the winners and encourage travelers to explore and discover the magic of the Northwest."

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In the fall of 2025, Premier Media Group will open voting for Best of Northwest Travel for 2026 at https://www.nwtravelmag.com.

About Premier Media Group

At Premier Media Group, we are a regional media company that guides businesses with brand engagement around editorial excellence with highly desirable audiences.  Our team of nearly 30 are some of the best in the industry with the average tenure over 10 years in this work from home company.  Our editorial excellence stands behind our mission as "A Breath of Fresh Air!" By delivering a framework of results, we help businesses grow organically and foster a consumer trusted mindset. Learn more at https://www.premiermedia.net/.