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Alex Balansay

A college kid and intern at Travel Tacoma + Pierce County, Alex is a lifelong native of Tacoma's Browns Point neighborhood. In his free time, Alex can be found hiking, kayaking, and taking pictures all across the Pacific Northwest.

The best kayaking spots in Tacoma and the South Sound

By Alex Balansay on Jun. 28, 2018

Sunny days in the Pacific Northwest are best spent with a sea breeze on your face and a paddle in your hands. With miles of waterfront that stretch from Titlow Beach in the south to Dash Point Park in…

The $[2-5-3] Guide to Tacoma Dining

By Alex Balansay on Aug. 30, 2017

Here in Tacoma, 2-5-3 is more than just an area code, it's an identity that locals wear with pride — just look at those heart-shaped bumper stickers all over town. In the spirit of this 253 culture…

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The best kayaking spots in Tacoma and the South Sound

The $[2-5-3] Guide to Tacoma Dining

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