16 visitusa.org.uk BE INSPIRED Be inspired, visit stateofwatourism.com Rejuvenating Nature Whether you are looking to work up a sweat hiking through one of its beautiful national parks, or your way of taking in the natural world involves more of a 'lay back and watch the waves' approach, the northwest State of Washington allows for immersive and aweinspiring experiences. From its myriad islands to the sun-soaked wine country, there are a variety of experiences to suit every visitor's wanderlust. With three national parks and hundreds of state parks, mountains, lakes and rivers, Washington offers an abundance of natural beauty to help visitors gain a fresh perspective on the world – and they are sure to return home feeling refreshed and reinvigorated. Tasty Travels Just as the natural beauty of the State of Washington feeds the soul, the natural variety of harvest in the state feeds creative chefs and hungry travellers alike. Shuck oysters overlooking the ocean or sample apples straight from the orchard while you discover ever-evolving varietals. Savor culinary excellence at restaurants throughout the state’s cities or sip world-class wine from Washington’s wine country, the second-largest producing state in the U.S. Energise your trip at one of Seattle’s many renowned coffee roasters then head straight to the source and let farmers cook up their seasonal bounty fresh from the fields. Authentic Connections While you’re here, don’t miss discovering what really makes this place special – the people who live in the state year-round. Whether you strike up a conversation with a fourthgeneration farmer or an artist who moved here recently, or you visit one of the many cultural centres maintained by the Native Tribal Nations across the state, you’ll come across a common love of this place and will notice a respect for what makes it great. People in Washington care about the quality of what they do and preserving the natural wonder that surrounds them, and they want to share this appreciation with everyone they meet. So share your passions with Washingtonians during your visit. One of the world's most scenic places, Washington offers endless discoveries for people who love natural beauty, urban escapes and everything in between True to Nature State of Washington Savor culinary excellence at restaurants throughout our state's cities or sip world-class wine from Washington's wine country
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