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April 4th, 2026

Epic Pacific Northwest Road Trip: Bellingham, Washington to Golden, British Columbia

  1. Epic Pacific Northwest Road Trip: Bellingham, Washington to Golden, British Columbia Big Blend Radio Network 42:25

Celebrate the spirit of adventure with this shared episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Sip, Savor & Travel” Show featuring travel writer Linda Kissam, the Food, Wine & Shopping Diva, alongside special guests Becky Mandelbaum of Visit Bellingham and Andy Brown of Tourism Golden.

Together, they explore the scenic beauty, outdoor adventures, and local culture of Bellingham and Golden—two vibrant destinations perfect for a memorable Pacific  Northwest road trip.

From hiking and wildflower viewing in North Cascades National Park to skiing near Mount Baker, and from exploring charming downtown districts to discovering Golden’s mountain landscapes and national parks, this episode is packed with inspiration for outdoor lovers and curious travelers alike.

Get tips on scenic drives, unique lodging experiences—from cozy cabins to luxury stays—and insights into the local food scenes, breweries, and community culture that make both destinations so special.

TRAVEL PLANNING LINKS & RESOURCES
📖 Read Linda’s article on Substack: https://vacationstationtravel.substack.com/p/epic-pacific-northwest-road-trip 
🌐 Visit Bellingham Whatcom County: https://www.bellingham.org/ 
🌐 Explore Golden, British Columbia: https://www.tourismgolden.com/ 
🎙 Listen to more episodes featuring Linda Kissam: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj 
🌍 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Vacation Station,” Parks & Travel,” and “Road Trip Radio” Channels. Explore the Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Lisa Smith Big Blend Radio

We are Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, hosts of Big Blend Radio, full-time travelers on the Love Your Parks Tour where we document parks and public lands across the country. Being digital nomads we also pet sit on our travels, and we love it!