Washington's Most Beautiful Town | Alpine Coaster | Tube Icicle River & Best RV Park in Leavenworth

Join us in Leavenworth, Washington as we spend the week in this beautiful German themed town in the Northern Cascade Mountains. We meet up with Chris & Katrina from @oureverydaygetaway at the Icicle River RV Resort just minutes outside of town. Together we check out the Alpine Coaster, tube down the Icicle River and give you a small walking tour of breweries and restaurants in gorgeous downtown Leavenworth, Washington! Be sure to follow Chris and Katrina as they RV across the country! ***** @oureverydaygetaway ***** Here are some of the links to the places we visited! https://leavenworthoutdoorcenter.com/ https://www.leavenworthadventurepark.com/ https://icicleriverrv.com/ https://iciclebrewing.com/ https://www.rhleavenworth.com/ https://munchenhaus.com/ https://www.blewettbrew.com/ https://www.bluespiritsdistilling.com/ Leavenworth is located in the Wenatchee River Valley, on land traditionally inhabited by the Wenatchee tribe. The area was rich in natural resources, particularly for fishing and hunting. The arrival of European settlers in the mid-1800s began to change the landscape of the region. In 1892, Leavenworth was officially founded. The construction of the Great Northern Railway, a transcontinental railway, helped spur its development. The town became an important hub for the timber industry, with a bustling sawmill and a growing population. By the early 20th century, Leavenworth was thriving, with a strong economy based on logging and rail transport. However, by the 1920s, Leavenworth’s fortunes began to change. The Great Northern Railway moved its headquarters to nearby Wenatchee, and the demand for timber decreased, leading to a decline in the local economy. Over the next few decades, Leavenworth faced a period of economic hardship, and many businesses closed. The town’s population dwindled, and its once-vibrant downtown was largely abandoned. In the 1960s, in an effort to save their struggling town, a group of local business owners came up with a bold plan: to transform Leavenworth into a tourist destination by remodeling the town in the style of a Bavarian village. This idea was inspired by the town’s natural surroundings, which resembled the Alpine landscape of southern Germany. The townspeople collaborated to redesign the buildings and create a cohesive theme. The plan worked. By embracing its new identity as a Bavarian village, Leavenworth attracted tourists from all over the region. Festivals like Oktoberfest and the Christmas Lighting Festival became major draws. The Bavarian theme was not just cosmetic; the town also adopted Bavarian traditions in its music, food, and events. Today, Leavenworth is one of Washington State’s top tourist destinations, attracting visitors year-round for its festivals, outdoor recreation, and picturesque mountain scenery. Its economy is now based on tourism, and it’s known for offering a taste of Bavarian culture in the Pacific Northwest. The town’s success in reinventing itself has made it a model for other small towns struggling with economic decline, and its Bavarian charm continues to delight visitors. #leavenworth #rvlife #rvliving #rvtravel #rv Our Equipment: GoPro5 : https://amzn.to/3W706JP GoPro10 : https://amzn.to/3JoNRRt Nikon Z30 : https://amzn.to/4d2bOvo Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra DJI Mini 2 Our Software and Subscription Services: https://share.epidemicsound.com/cyumoq Adobe Premier Pro Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator 🎉🎈🥳Please subscribe to our channel to stay in touch so we can share what we are up to!🐕🌋🌅 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYptpWdN5KNCq5pwdvGNrhQ?sub_confirmation=1 Website : www.justramblinaround.com Facebook: Just Ramblin Around Instagram: @justrambinaround Email: jrawithronandjodi@gmail.com ****About**** Hi Ramblers! We are Ron & Jodi; we want to share with you our RV travels in the Pacific Northwest. We RV up and down Washington and Oregon's scenic coastline and explore the east side of the Cascade Mountain Range enjoying the high desert. We have lots to show you around in our own backyard to include our national & state parks in Washington and Oregon. The best thing about owning an RV is that no matter where you go, you are always home. Still working full time and living residentially in the Pacific Northwest, we will take extended RV vacations outside the PNW. We have been to California and Nevada and have traveled east to Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons. When we take a break from the RV lifestyle we travel to beautiful Hawaii and hop aboard luxurious cruise ships destined for Alaska and the Caribbean. We take you on our vacations for an immersive travel experience. There are many videos to watch and help you decide how to spend your time in the PNW and beyond!