We’re traveling up and down the West Coast today and immersing ourselves in the environments that support stories in a big way. From what to watch, read, and where to stay, let’s get to it!

Sometimes the destination is a key player in a book or movie, and when that story is set in Washington state, you can bet on it.

Download 📺: The Grand Budapest Hotel | Pack 📚: The Enchanted April

Check In: AZUR Legacy Collection Hotel | Vancouver, BC

Vancouver may be known for its outdoors, but AZUR Legacy Collection Hotel brings a dose of Old World glamour to the city's downtown core. Inspired by 1940s Art Deco elegance, the hotel pairs marble-clad bathrooms, brass accents, and in-room fireplaces with a sleek, contemporary sensibility. Dining is a highlight, from Riviera-inspired fare and cocktails at Dahlia to Levantine flavors on the rooftop. AZUR delivers a refined stay that feels both cosmopolitan and transportive. See more.

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Download 📺: Palm Springs | Pack 📚: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

Check In: Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs | Palm Springs, CA

There's a reason Hollywood stars have retreated to Palm Springs for nearly a century: it’s paradise! Ace Hotel & Swim Club has perfected the mid-century modern aesthetic with a Southwest oasis flair. Chic rooms feature vintage furniture, record players, and earth-friendly materials. Nestled just minutes from downtown, Ace Hotel has easy access to restaurants, golf courses, and hiking. Plus, enjoy on-site spas, pool parties, and yoga! See more.

Anya Taylor-Joy is on the run through the desert as Luciana “Lucky” Armstrong. This 7-episode series takes you from Las Vegas to Los Angeles in the way only a high-octane thriller can: nonstop and stylized. Based on the novel by Marissa Stapley, a Reese’s Book Club Pick, this is Apple TV’s summer release of the season, out July 15.

Download 📺: Twin Peaks | Pack 📚: Snow Falling on Cedars

Check In: Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham | Blaine, WA

Set on a scenic spit where the Salish Sea meets the shore, Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa is a laid-back luxury escape. Rooms are cozy yet contemporary, with fireplaces, coastal-inspired décor, and views of the bay, mountains, or marina. Spend your day kayaking, walking the beach, or teeing off on the award-winning golf course. Then unwind at the spa or sip wine by the fire pit. See more.

🌲 Vancouver, BC: Filming for Prime Video’s video game adaptation of Life Is Strange begins June 29.

🍸 Palm Springs, CA: Production on horror-comedy Youth Juice is underway!

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