How I did it: I booked a trip to Orcas Island for my birthday.  I searched for the best deals and compared my brains out until I got it just right. My husband and I had the best time. 

Lessons & tips: Go in the early spring if you can.  It's cheaper to stay and less crowded on the tour.

Resources: Book these people if you are going up to the San Juans: http://www.orcasislandwhales.com/

And if you need a place to stay, this place was more than worth every penny (and very few pennies were required): http://www.orcasislandboardwalk.com/

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Nov 14, 2010, 01:44PM PST | 0 comments | 2 cheers