Seattle summer is in full swing, and there’s plenty to see and do around the city while the sun is out. But if you’re looking to venture farther than the Emerald City, the choices are numerous. Here are some top Pacific Northwest adventures to add to your summer travel bucket list, from biking in Victoria, B.C., to Oregon’s summer theater and food scenes. As the local tourism industry continues to work toward post-COVID recovery, a number of factors are creating uncertainty for how the season will shake out. This summer, travel to one or more of these architectural destinations for a regal day trip and live out your fairy tale dreams. Originally opened in 1864, The Lodge at Hot Lake Springs is a Pacific Northwest gem hidden about 90 minutes south of Walla Walla on the highway to nowhere. Portland is spoiled for choice when it comes to food carts, with more than 500 vendors clustered around the city. Here’s how the city built this fun food scene. Victoria, B.C.’s well-connected network of trails and bike lanes offers beautiful views and some welcome surprises along the way. Here’s your guide to several trails, and what else to see, eat and do in the city. Oregon Shakespeare Festival hits a milestone anniversary and a bump in the road, as the venerable theater company continues to recover from COVID-era setbacks. The opinions expressed in reader comments are those of the author only and do not reflect the opinions of The Seattle Times.