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Top 10 Destinations for Road Trips From Oregon

This is a guest post from some great people that know exactly where all the best road trips are in Oregon – the DMV.  Planning your next road trip? A road trip in Oregon is something you’ll fall in love with. Drive along the scenic coastline or pass by tranquil rivers and lakes, thick forests,…

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Sisters, Oregon – A Haven for Relaxation

The town of Sisters is the sweet cherry that sits on the top of the ice cream sundae that is Bend in central Oregon. A mecca for outdoor enthusiasts year-round, there is perfect skiing and snowshoeing in winter, and all manner of mountain and water activities in summer. Things to do in Sisters, Oregon The…

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Meet One of the Best Artists in the Pacific Northwest

One of the great things about being a travel writer is discovering and getting to know some of the amazing people you encounter as part of your job. It is these chance encounters of meeting interesting people and getting to hear their stories – where they came from and how they came to be where…

My Top 10 Picks of Portland’s Best Hotels
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My Top 10 Picks of Portland’s Best Hotels

I just love staying in hotels, even in my own home town! I’m sure many of us have become fans of the staycation and if I’m going to be completely honest, I’ve been doing it for many years. It’s the perfect way to pamper yourself and pretend you’re traveling during those times when you can’t, for…

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Bring On the Ghosts! Haunted Places in Oregon

“It was a dark and stormy night…” Which is never far from the truth in Oregon, at least in the wintertime. Do you believe in ghosts? I suppose you do, lest you would not be reading this article. The entire state of Oregon is filled with some of the world’s most notorious haunted houses and…

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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 completely surrounded by a fantastic collection unique places outside for a short or long getaway. Take a breather from the stress of the hustle and…