Things to do in Seattle, WAWith a city as large and distinctive as Seattle, it’s hard to narrow down the list of what to see and do. However, if you’re spending any amount of time in the city, and you want to experience the best activities and attractions, be sure you include these top things to do.

1. Shop Pike Place Market

No trip to Seattle is complete without a walk through Pike Place Market. The market consists of several levels, and each level features unique shops. The lower levels contain collectible shops, antique dealers, small restaurants, and more. The upper levels house the craft stalls, produce stands, and fishmongers. Along with shopping, drinking, and dining, you can also enjoy the variety of street entertainers who perform at the market. Read the rest of this entry »

lightAbout the Maserati Levante

The Levante will go on sale at the end of August with prices ranging from $72,000 to $83,000 depending on options one chooses to load their Levante with. The Seattle preview event will also give consumers a chance to preorder the Levante to make sure that they are the first to own this new Maserati vehicle in Seattle.

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coffeeMilstead & Co.

The highly talked about, and sometimes deemed snobbish Milstead & Co. is by far one of the best places in Seattle to get a craft coffee. The coffee at this coffee bar is incredibly flavorful, and the atmosphere is welcoming. A favorite drink among locals is the Theo Mocha, which is not only full of flavor, but it is also quite delectable. Milstead & Co. is on 34th Street and opens daily. Read the rest of this entry »

grillBeauty, Power, and Sense

The Levante looks right at home among Maserati’s confidently masculine lineup. The nose is aggressively broadened at the sides, with stern hood grooves from the front. The narrow headlights thin into strips before making contact with the grille. With a model this awesome-looking, the broad grille and iconic trident logo feel right at home. But it’s not all about looks. The gently curving roof leaves a ton of room for a generous panoramic sunroof. Read the rest of this entry »

micThe Showbox

Built in 1939, the Showbox is the premier music venue in the city to catch some great touring acts. The venue comfortably holds about 1,100 spectators, so there’s a good chance you can find tickets for your favorite act. Musical acts vary from rock and blues to metal to hip hop. There are also two bars inside to grab a beer or cocktail before, during, or after the performance. Read the rest of this entry »

oldSwap The Tires

If you’re an avid driver and car enthusiast, you probably make the swap to snow or cold-weather tires during the winter. Now’s the time to make the switch back to all-weather tires. Not only will this make the car look cleaner, but you’ll avoid damaging the snow tires, which are highly susceptible to damage in higher temperatures. When you take the old tires off, make sure to give them a thorough cleaning and, if possible, store them somewhere away from extreme temperatures. Read the rest of this entry »

baseballSeattle Mariners Baseball

Nothing says spring like the beginning of the Major League Baseball season. With a bevy of newly acquired players, the Mariners also look poised to create a stir this year. Perhaps the best day of the baseball schedule is Opening Day on April 8 against division rival Oakland. There are a bunch of festivities and ceremonies, and you can usually find tickets for about $60. If you miss that game, don’t fret; there are tons more opportunities to see your favorite team at Safeco Field. Read the rest of this entry »

logo2Pure Power

Like the Quattroporte and the Ghibli, the Alfieri uses a 3.0 liter, turbocharged V-6 engine, which provides more than enough power. However, the best part is that the Alfieri gets a bit more punch thanks to its lower body weight. The base engine provides up to 410 horsepower, while upgrades push it up to 450 horsepower. A larger engine is also available, which provides over 500 horsepower. Some driving purists might feel slighted by no manual transmission options, but the eight-speed ZF automatic transmission makes it fun to drive regardless. Read the rest of this entry »

grillThe Financing

Even if you’ve got the money or the income to afford a car worth upwards of $100,000, it may be harder than you’d expect to arrange for things like a car loan and decent auto insurance. The dealership is also going to want to see a significant deposit so that they know you’re serious — after all, practically every new supercar purchase is a completely custom job, so if you back down at the 11th hour they’ll be stuck with an extremely expensive and extremely unsellable vehicle. Read the rest of this entry »

seattle-nighttimeFortunately, that just means Seattle’s developed a vibrant nightlife to compensate. Here are five activities that get better once the sun’s gone down:

The Tractor Tavern

If you’re looking for bands that are a little less mainstream and a little more country, a little more rockabilly, or a little more indie, then the Tractor Tavern has the sound you’ve been looking for. The dress is come-as-you-are, the drinks are in plastic cups no matter what you order, and most nights there’s live music courtesy of underground bands and local acts. Read the rest of this entry »