Curated plants: Seattle, WA

On the shores of Lake Washington, the Washington Park Arboretum is tree- and plant-opia. depts.washington.edu/uwbg  

Best time to go: February, for the Northwest Flower and Garden Show at Washington State Convention Center for design ideas and marketplace. $17; Feb 20–24; gardenshow.com

Stay: The whimsical Hotel Monaco includes an in-room goldfish and free treats for pets. From $169; monaco-seattle.com