Mary Jo Manzanares: Mary Jo is the Travel Editor here at PlanetEye Traveler as well as the contributing writer for her home town of Seattle. She is a lifelong resident of the Seattle area, and when she's not out exploring and enjoying all that the city has to offer, she's probably tackling the rest of the world. Mary Jo can be reached at maryjo@planeteye.com or you can follow her on Twitter @flyawaycafe In addition to travel, Mary Jo enjoys a great meal and glass of wine, especially when combined with wonderful friends and conversation. She's also a movie buff, avid reader, and has been known to hit a shopping mall or boutique now and again. Mary Jo also writes about travel, and her experiences as a Flight Attendant at Traveling with MJ (www.travelingwithmj.com).

Photo Op: Seattle’s Qwest Field

Details: Qwest Field, the home field advantage for the Seattle Seahawks, is a recognizable part of the Seattle skyline. With a seating capacity of about 67,000, the noise generated by fans can often be heard throughout the downtown core. Seahawk opponents claim the stadium noise make it one of the ultimate home field advantages. Seattle is known for originating “The Wave", a fan cheer that has the audience standing and waving their arms as the cheer rotates around...

November 9th, 2008 | Seattle | Read More

Washington’s Clean Car Law

With 2009 cars now on the market, Washington State residents in looking to purchase a new car have the new Clean Car Law to think about in making their purchase. This new regulation provides stricter requirements than the Federal Emissions Guidelines. In an effort to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gases from cars and trucks, along with the health problems and climate change that they cause, the state patterned this regulation after laws in nearby Oregon and California. The Clean...

November 8th, 2008 | Seattle | Read More

This Weekend. . . Hang Out With Marilyn Monroe & Jimmy Carter

This weekend. . . . . . get away from the city with a drive to the Columbia River Gorge, home of the Maryhill Museum where you can catch the final days of the Andy Warhol and Other Famous Faces exhibit. The Maryhill Museum is a castle-like structure on a 6,000 acre site overlooking the Columbia River Gorge, and is home to a collection of art ranging from early 20th century European art to more current Native American art. The setting also includes beautiful gardens and grounds. Famous Faces...

November 6th, 2008 | Seattle | Read More

Ocelot Kittens at Woodland Park Zoo

Some of the cutest residents of Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo are approaching their six week birthday. Two ocelots kittens were born September 23rd to mom Bella and dad Brazil. Ocelots are endangered, and the birth of these two kittens (both female) is great news for the Ocelot Species Survival Plan. These little ones may look like the common household kitten, but they will eventually grow to around 25-35 pounds, and over 21 feet in length. The kittens are not yet on view to the public, but...

November 5th, 2008 | Seattle | Read More

I’ve Voted – Have You?

I voted today (mailed in my absentee ballot)! Have you? The polls here in Washington are open from 7 am to 8 pm. If you have questions, you can check online with the Secretary of State’s Office, or call the Voter Information Hotline at (800) 448-4881. Photo credit: Wikimedia, public domain _________________________________________________

November 4th, 2008 | Seattle | Read More

Photo Op: There are Still Pumpkins in the Fields

Details: Halloween may be over, but there are still lots of pumpkins in the fields. If you enjoy cooking or baking with fresh pumpkins, now is a good time to find a great price on gourds. Photo image: personal collection _________________________________________

November 2nd, 2008 | Seattle | Read More

Will You be Escaping the Seattle Rain?

Driving in the rain this evening, I was chatting with friends about the long rainy season ahead of us. Talk soon turned to leaving town and heading for a sunny destination. Whether for the holidays, or just as a winter getaway, there are lots of sun destinations within a few hours of flight. How about you? Are you looking for an escape this winter? ________________________________

October 31st, 2008 | Seattle | Read More