Bellevue WA: “Boomburb”

Bellevue is a beautiful city located east of Seattle, with sweeping views of Lake Washington for a backdrop. Add it to your list on your next visit to the beautiful Puget Sound!
It doesn’t get any better! It’s no wonder the city’s name is derived from a term that means ” beautiful view“. This vibrant and growing city, is high tech central and the core of retail for the eastside. Expedia, Microsoft, T-Mobile, and Eddie Bauer are headquartered in Bellevue. Even though the city continues to boom, it still has a small town feel.

Where to Shop

Bellevue Square is one of the largest shopping malls in the Seattle area. It has two floors loaded with amazing shops, a fashionista’s paradise! The square is my favorite place to find exactly what I’m looking for. Whatever your taste is in style, there is something for everyone. In addition there is amazing shopping and eateries located in every direction of the mall.

1. Lincoln Square
2. The Shops at the Bravern
3. Thrift Culture

Lincoln Square is the newest addition to the Bellevue Collection. The Collection also includes Bellevue Square and Bellevue Place. This sprawling retail complex is connected by two beautiful sky bridges made from glass.

Thrift Culture is up on the 3rd floor of Bellevue Square. It is a boutique you shouldn’t miss! I was so thrilled I was able to collaborate for their grand reopening, last summer. They have trendy styles for everyone in the family, and housewares too.

I love to shop here, because 100 percent of the proceeds are filtered back into the local community to help children in need.

Where to Eat

Let’s just say, Bellevue is cuisine central. The selection for worldwide cuisine are many. I always have a hard time choosing!

Lincoln Square Phase Two opened in 2016, and new restaurants continue to open. A food hall, called the “Market Place”, opened for business, but I think they have since made some changes to it. I will visit this summer to check out new food places and changes.

Also located in Lincoln square is the Lakehouse. If you are looking for a more sophisticated dining experience, this is the place! This restaurant has a farmhouse concept inspired by Bellevue’s vibrant, and evolving scene.

The menu includes dishes made from the highest quality produce, meats and seafood. Also, all the pasta selections are homemade. Check it out for the best of authentic craft cooking. I love the decor and ambiance of this eatery.

Where to Stay

The W Hotel is also part of Lincoln Square, and provides boutique style accommodations in the heart of downtown Bellevue. I have attended several fashion and networking events at the W, since it opened. Although I have never checked in, I feel like I have- after exploring it from top to bottom!

Relax and unwind here in luxurious comfort. In this hotel experience glamour, and a throwback to the rustic lake house of yesteryear. Other features offered:

1. Pet friendly accommodations
2. A gym
3. A library
4. 9 state of the art meeting rooms for events
5. Whatever & Whenever Service
6. Two cocktail lounges

The W’s amazing concierge is always there “whenever, and for “whatever” you need.

The library and outside living room,are calling your name! I hope you are busy planning your travels for summer, maybe Bellevue will be on the list

Prefer a stay somewhere else ? Bellevue has several classy hotels at your disposal!