Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

My daughters have this week off from school because it's our Spring Break.

As with any chance I get, I seek water by trying to find a rental house on the beach or with a hot tub.   I was able to find one of those requirement in a house on the water on Whidby Island, my husband's favorite Pacific Northwest island. It was again on Beverly Beach and was adorable. But tiny.

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

Despite it's size, it was perfect for making puzzles together.

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

We built a fire every night (and even in the morning).

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

 We went down to the beach using the secret garden entrance.

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

We spent hours playing on the fort we found last year. Surprisingly, it was exactly like we'd left it.

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

We also spent a whole day at the Skatgit Valley Tulip Festival looking at beautiful tulips.

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

We checked on the process of the mural at Tulip Town. This was started in 2003 and covers the entire inside of the barn. Still not done!

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

We cooked all our own meals, including delicious crepes. Except for one diner experience that was very interesting. It was a local joint and we got to hear all the local gossip. Since no electronics are allowed at our table, in our home or at restaurants, while we waited on our food, my youngest built a beach home for her father.

Spring Break 2016 - Whidby Island by A Crafty Arab

We went shopping in town, found a fabulous olive oil store and a great bookstore. We are not looking forward to Spring Break being over and taking the short ferry ride home to get back to reality.