Looking for the best hiking trails in Bend, Oregon? Oregon’s central city of Bend is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, offering a spectacular array of hiking trails that boast the picturesque…
11 Best Hikes in the Columbia River Gorge
Spanning the border between Oregon and Washington, the 80-mile Columbia River Gorge carves its way through the Cascade Range, creating a natural playground that’s as diverse as it is stunning.…
9 Best Hot Springs in Washington State – A Local’s Perspective
There’s nothing quite as soothing as a dip in a natural hot spring, especially if it’s in the picturesque landscapes of Washington State. A hot spring soak can be a…
Your British Columbia Travel Guide
We’re about to take a deep dive into one of Canada’s crown jewels – the exquisite and varied province of British Columbia. The magnificent northern addition to the Pacific Northwest,…
7 Best Hikes in Oregon
Since Oregon is my home, I always look here first when I get the itch for a good hike. If you’re looking for a detailed guide to Oregon hikes, look…
Hiking British Columbia: What are You Waiting For?
As gorgeous as British Columbia is, it should come as no surprise that the province is a hiker’s paradise. With its vast wilderness, stunning mountain ranges, and diverse landscapes, BC…
10 Best Spots for Glamping in BC, Canada
British Columbia is renowned for its breathtaking mountaintop views and beachfront getaways – ideal conditions for glamping. Glamping offers the chance to enjoy nature without roughing it – often even…
Road Trips from Las Vegas: Joshua Tree and Death Valley National Parks
I’ve written a fair amount of content about RV living but have never driven an RV. How crazy is that? Well, when one of my clients approached me with the…
Below Oregon’s Edge: Places to Visit in Northern California
Where in the world can you experience towering alps, castles seemingly hanging in mid-air, a mystical mountainous spirit, bubbling hot pots from the center of the earth, and finish off…
Scenic Drives Near Seattle
Whether you’re looking for a two-person getaway, a family-friendly day trip or a more ambitious multi-day excursion, the Pacific Northwest has plenty of options to get away from the city…
Dark Sky Parks of the West
Enter the world of Night Parks and turn yourself over to Nyx, mythic mistress of night, and allow your imagination to be captivated by infinite possibilities. There, between the cabaret…
5 Best Oregon Road Trips
Find the best Oregon road trip ideas here, for all reasons, for all seasons. Come discover your own Oregon!
Southern Oregon Coast: The Thrill of Fiction or Natural Facts?
This article was written by my good friend John Schoppert, who lives in Southern Oregon and intimately knows the Southern Oregon Coast. Dropping over the edge of 50 floors of…
One Women’s Solo Journey into the Great Bear Rainforest
“See those white bits in this wolf scat? Those are from deer bones.” We all looked down at the offending poo and I was overcome with a strange mixture of…
Why You Need to Come to Yakima Valley
Sometimes you just don’t know what treasures await you until they literally fall into your lap. That’s the beauty of travel. There destinations that will take your breath away, yet…
6 Best Outdoor Vacations in the Pacific Northwest
Pacific Northwest vacations are the very definition of outdoor adventure. Here I go again, giving myself another impossible task. The outdoor adventures are never-ending in the PNW. And so I…
Meet the Makers Who are Redefining Baker City, Oregon
Few people who pass by Baker City as they speed along Interstate 84 in eastern Oregon know what a gem of a town they are missing. A former gold and…
Meet the Makers: The Farm-to-Table Experience in Halfway, Oregon
Come with me on my recent adventures to eastern Oregon! Here you will not only read about how awesome Baker County is, you will know where good food really comes…
Three Mountains, Some Waterfalls and a Girl
The winding road skirting central Oregon’s mountain range led me into air that was getting increasingly heavy. Haziness could be detected as far back as Black Butte. My arrival in…
10 Best Weekend Trips from Seattle
The Emerald City is a true cosmopolitan delight, but even the most steadfast of Seattleites need to get away from the big city once in a while. Luckily, Seattle is…