Various guides to all things Oregon, Washington and British Columbia.
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, this slice of heaven offers a potpourri of natural beauty, multicultural experiences, and a chilled-out charm that attracts visitors worldwide. I have traversed much of…
Planning a trip to Portland and overwhelmed by the hotel options? You’re not alone. With dozens of quirky, cool, and downright stunning places to stay, it can be hard to figure out which ones are worth your money—and which are just riding the “hipster” reputation. After living in Portland for over 20 years and staying…
Washington has a little bit of everything—Seattle’s bustling coffee scene, ferry rides that double as therapy sessions, jaw-dropping national parks, and islands that feel like a secret escape. Here, you can summit a volcano, wander through vibrant farmers’ markets, or road trip along one of the country’s most scenic coastal highways. Whatever your travel style,…
Oregon is the ultimate choose-your-own-adventure state—where you can start your morning on a misty beach, hike behind a roaring waterfall by noon, and end your day sipping pinot in world-class wine country. From Portland’s quirky neighborhoods to the wild beauty of the Oregon Coast and the soaring peaks of the Cascades, this is a state…
If you’ve ever tried Googling the best hikes in Oregon, you’ve probably ended up drowning in listicles that all say the same thing: “Multnomah Falls is the best, blah blah blah.” Don’t get me wrong, that one is gorgeous. But Oregon is an absolute beast when it comes to hiking, and there’s so much more…
Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, it cannot be denied that the sights, sounds, and smells of a good Christmas market will entice even the heartiest of Scrooges. The Pacific Northwest provides visitors with a magical winter wonderland. Cozy small towns are blanketed in fresh snow, evergreen treetops glisten with twinkling lights, and the crisp…