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Mississippi Studios A recording studio turned 300-seat venue with great atmosphere
and up-and-coming bands. ( Click here )
Crocodile Seattle's historic music venue, which first saw grunge emerge from the shad-
ows. Everyone from Cheap Trick to Yoko Ono has rocked here. ( Click here )
Commodore Ballroom Vancouver institution with art-deco atmosphere, unique dance
floor and famous (or soon-to-be famous) local bands. ( Click here )
Skiing
Strap on those skis - there are some great downhill slopes here. With plenty of precipita-
tion, the snow pack can really add up to create some exceptionally deep powder. And, for
some, the cross-country skiing is even better; there are endless scenic trails winding
through lovely hills and forests.
Whistler The mother of all ski resorts, or close to it; a huge area with plenty of powder.
( Click here )
Mt Hood Availability is this mountain's appeal - you can ski here every month of the year.
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Crystal Mountain Located on the flanks of Mt Rainier, this is Washington's largest ski re-
sort, with over 50 named runs. ( Click here )
Methow Valley A cross-country skier's paradise, boasting more than 120 miles of
groomed trails. ( Click here )
Hot Springs
If you're looking for a therapeutic mineral soak, there's lots to choose from in this volcanic
region: lonely desert water holes, rustic, unpretentious springs and luxury resorts. Nudity
is - unsurprisingly - de rigueur at the more remote and free locations.
Sol Duc Well-established springs with good services and family-friendly appeal. ( Click
here )
Breitenbush Near the forest, with vegetarian food, yoga and accommodations. ( Click
here )
Bagby Free but surprisingly developed, with hollowed-out tubs and even private 'rooms'.
( Click here )
Umpqua Free springs with an unbeatable location on a cliff above the Umpqua River.
( Click here )
 
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