Plus, a direct flight to the Philippines starts Wednesday
 
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Places Seattleites can travel to by train
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A train trip or a dream? | Photo via Amtrak
While planes sure are nice for getting around the world quickly, there’s no denying the outright romanticism of getting to watch the world pass by through the windows of a train.

And even if you’re not jumping at the bit to let your inner poet have some fun, train rides are really just like fancy road trips. You’ll have access to bathrooms, snacks, wine, and incredible views essentially the entire time.

Here are some cool places you can go via Amtrak from Seattle’s King Street Station.

San Diego (OLT)

Pass through cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles as you glide down the California coast. Pro tip: Grab a bus from various stations along this route to check out Monterey, Santa Cruz, and the Yosemite Valley.

  • $221+ one-way
  • 39-hour journey

Chicago (CHI)

Travelers heading to the windy city can choose to either take a route through eastern Washington, Montana, and down through Minnesota; or head straight down along the West Coast to Sacramento for a ride across Nevada, Utah, and Colorado. You’ll get great mountain views regardless.
  • $201+ one-way
  • 45-hour journey
A blue Amtrak train passes through a hilly, grassy environment. A sign in the foreground reads "East Keota".

You’ll get this hilly view if you decide to take the train through Colorado.

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Photo via Amtrak

Glacier National Park (GPK)

Heading to Chicago through Montana? Take a pit stop and enjoy one of the country’s most beautiful national parks. Amtrak also offers trip packages for Glacier National Park that include boat cruises and a drive along the Going-to-the-Sun Road.
  • $114+ one-way
  • 15-hour journey

Miami (MIA)

OK, this trip will definitely require quite a few transfers, but you can do it without much booking hassle. On your way to the exact opposite end of the US, you’ll pass through Chicago, Washington D.C., and Orlando — all great places to have a mini trip on your way down to the Magic City.
  • $518+ one-way
  • 95-hour journey
 
Events
Tuesday, Oct. 1
  • Jack White | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 8 p.m. | The Showbox | $103.41 | A seven-nation army couldn’t hold us back from this intimate performance from the rock legend.
  • Novo Amor | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 8:30 p.m. | Showbox SODO | $34.50 | Rumor has it that fall leaves get a little more orange in this cozy artist’s wake — wear your comfiest sweater.
  • Succulent Pumpkin Craft Class | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Ambassador Winery, Woodinville | $70 | Grab a glass of wine and get autumnal with this class that leaves you with a potted succulent to take home.
Wednesday, Oct. 2
Thursday, Oct. 3
  • Flock! Live Queer Comedy | Thursday, Oct. 3 | Times vary | Capitol Hill Comedy/Bar | $20+ | This is the first of seven monthly comedy shows that make up the showcase featuring some of the PNW’s up-and-coming Queer comedians.
  • The Young Dubliners | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 7 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland | $30+ | This Celtic rock band is known for toe-tapping hits like “The Foggy Dew” and “Bodhran.”
Friday, Oct. 4
  • Seattle Reign FC vs. Angel City FC | Friday, Oct. 4 | 7 p.m. | Lumen Field | $15+ | A wave of pink will take over Lumen Field for this game in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Events calendar here
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Community

You’re invited to Seattle Made Week
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Grab tickets to these exciting events before they sell out. | Photo provided by Seattle Good Business Network
Mark your calendars for the 10th annual Seattle Made Week, happening Friday, Oct. 4-Sunday, Oct. 13.

Seattleites are invited to celebrate awesome products made right here in Seattle and the talented people behind them with tours, tastings, and demos.

Pro tip: Download the digital passport to take advantage of exclusive SMW discounts and events, and earn points while you support local makers in our city.
Explore the full event lineup
News Notes
Travel
  • Pack your bags — the first-ever direct flight between Sea-Tac airport and Manila, Philippines is taking off on Wednesday, Oct. 2. The flight, operated by Philippine Airlines, will run on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays with a ~14-hour flight time. (Puget Sound Business Journal)
Open
  • A new Japanese steakhouse that blends Asian flavors “with the elegance of French dining” is now open in downtown Bellevue. Itadaki Yakiniku features an eight-course menu of wagyu and vegan options cooked right in front of the diners. (Puget Sound Business Journal)
Coming Soon
  • All we can hear is Pam’s Dundies speech in our heads after reading this news — the Seattle-area is getting a Chili’s. However, you’ll have to pass through a security check to get to it. What will be the chain’s first Western Washington location is slated for Sea-Tac Airport’s C Concourse. (KING 5)
Community
  • The Seattle Police Department (SPD) has decided to discontinue its mounted patrol unit (yes, the horses). The department cited a lack of available resources to delegate toward regular horse upkeep and training as a reason to end the unit. SPD will be looking to make meaningful transitions for each of the animals.
Cause
  • Want to help those affected by Hurricane Helene? Seattleites can help those in need by donating to nonprofits — like the Red Cross, United Way, and World Central Kitchen — that have touched down in the area to help provide relief. (KING 5)
DYK
  • Looking for a new recipe to spice things up at home? New Day NW recently got a visit from Duke’s Seafood Chef Amanda Herrera to talk about an easy-to-make parmesan halibut dish.
Sports
  • The Mariners have wrapped up their 2024 season. Hear from the local experts about what their favorite moments were with Locked On’s daily, Mariners-focused podcasts.
Finance
  • Which card now features 0% APR Into 2026? This card. (ICYMI, experts say balance transfer cards are one of the best-kept secrets for managing credit card debt.)*
 
Edu

Edu

Consider this your fall break check-in
Presented by Wyzant
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Wyzant is pay-as-you-go (read: no expensive packages required), offering lessons starting as low as $10. | Photo via Pexels
With October upon us and the school year in full swing, it’s a good time to pause and reflect (ideally with a cozy drink in hand): How is the student in your life doing?

Whether you have a house full of kiddos or are going back to school yourself, Wyzant‘s vetted instructors can help with 300+ topics, from academic core subjects and foreign languages to test prep, musical instruments, and more.

Meet in person with a local tutor, or take lessons virtually. The best part? It’s pay-as-you-go and starts as low as $10/session.
See what students have to say
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Alina
From the editor
I spent wayyy too much money at a new stationery store I found this weekend near Pike Place Market. MochiThings is just littered with the cutest pens, notebooks, and whatever other office knick-knacks you like to keep on hand. There are also two entire walls of stickers.

During the shopping process, I also discovered that all I needed was a mouse pad to feel like a new woman. I got this kitty cat one, if you’re curious.
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