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Andrea's suggestions:
"I invite you to join me and my American-born husband on your next vacation to the Pacific Northwest of the United States. There cannot be any better way to travel with a European living in the US."
"Apart from travel, I am very much a fan of nature. I love to hike ? whether it rains or shines ? and always enjoy the steady companionship of my beautiful German Shorthair Pointer dog, called Wolfi. When I am at home I enjoy entertaining groups of friends for dinners mostly, who so look forward to learn yet something else of the European people, its food and life styles. I do cherish my cup of tea in the afternoon ? a quiet moment. Often I become a European tourist who wants to discover every nook and crevasse of where I am ? but then I attribute my curiosity in people & places as part of my nature. It is very easy for me to meet people and at the same time learn about and from them.""When I need a sense of Europe in my life, I go to places that remind me so of Europe, for example, strolling along Kirkland's waterfront and Pike Place Market; or visiting some European specialty stores where I can pick up some of my favorite foods; or simply going to some of my favorite restaurants with atmosphere and flair. I find it very intriguing to live ? what I consider ? two lives: as a European and as an American."
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Comments from Andrea's Guests
"We had a most enjoyable visit in Seattle, WA. Thank you for including us into your life." ? Ronan & Mathilde M., Nice, France"The greater Seattle area in Washington State is an awesome destination. Our host Andrea made Seattle, WA, its people; culture and its pioneering history come alive to us. We totally relaxed in her presence. We appreciated the fact that we had a real chance to immerse ourselves into the American way life. We so enjoyed an evening dinner at her best friend's house. We learned a tremendous amount about American life that evening that we vowed never to watch American TV shows again. Through Andrea we also met with another wonderful friend of hers who is a real wine & food enthusiast. We got to sample the very best Seattle has to offer! The only regret we have that we had to leave our newfound friends behind." ? Sascha & Stefanie E., Bremen, Germany
"Andrea, thanks to you we experienced the beautiful city of Seattle, as well as the breathtaking country- and seaside, and had wonderful picnics and meals. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone considering it. You will get tired but then there is always a stop at Starbucks Coffee. We are truly fortunate to have come across you as a host. We couldn't have seen your area in any better way." ? Beate, H., Davos, Switzerland
"Dear Andrea, I can't imagine traveling any other way. You were very sweet, informative and personable. Every stop was worthwhile and time well spent. It is a great way to see the NW Pacific of the US with a European who makes her living there. We had a lot of fun. Thank you again for all you did for us and showed us. We will gladly recommend you to all of our friends." ? Marlin & Regina K., Skopje, Macedonia