Seattle’s Rainy Day Pick-Me-Up!

Let me start by just clearing up Seattle’s image real quick. I am sure you are set in your ways and beliefs that the poor people of Seattle have to deal with all that rain all the time. So sad.

Here’s the shocker though, all those folks in sunny Miami, Dallas, and Chicago actually see more rain each year than Seattle’s measly 37 inches. So when you head to Seattle and forget to pack your sunglasses (because honestly who would think to pack those for a trip to Seattle?) you can help Seattle maintain the record for the most sunglasses bought per capita in the U.S. while you are enjoying a beautiful day on the Seattle waterfront.

In case you happen to be in town when the grey clouds are around, you should head on over to the Pike Place Market for a little pick me up! Visiting the fishmongers at Pike Place Fish Market is an experience no one should miss. Not only are these guys “World Famous” in their own right, they are a good time and always make each visitor feel special! Whether you buy a fresh salmon or not.

Head on up to the front of the onlookers as the mongers are calling orders to each other and flinging the fish orders to be weighed and wrapped. Enjoy the show! You can’t miss these guys right at the front entrance of the Market off 1st and Pike St. – they are the ones in the bright orange waders! Strike up a conversation with the very personable and always cheerful mongers (despite the fact that they have to smell pretty funky at the end of each day)!

The fishmongers at Pike Place Fish Market are world renowned for their work ethic and team motivation. They truly are a great experience to see. If you are feeling extra ambitious and want to be part of the experience – ask them to catch a fish! They’ll pull you right up behind the counter and toss a huge salmon your way! If you’re the more cautious type, they will just let you hold one for a great photo from your day at the Pike Place Market!