The Pacific Northwest has some pretty epic national parks. It’s safe to say that as far as outdoor scenery goes, these parks are among the best Planet Earth has to…
Personal Travel Blogs that Inspire Me
When you need travel inspiration, who or what do you turn to? Facebook? Pinterest? Instagram? Good ol’ Google? A favorite travel blogger? Or something else? It’s common knowledge that travel bloggers…
Cape Perpetua and Heceta Head Lighthouse
The Oregon coast has such a wide variety of attractions that it really takes time to explore it fully. Just recently I learned that it takes about eight long…
Discovering the Villages of Vancouver Island
Ever wonder what was down that lonely dirt road on your last road trip to a popular destination? Did you want to go down that road to see where it…
Eugene, Oregon is Not Just for Duck’s Lovers
Just off of I-5 in the midst of the fertile, wine-grape-loving’ Willamette Valley of central Oregon is the town of Eugene, and its neighboring town, Springfield. Eugene is the home…
Helmsman’s Hideaway: Perfection on the Oregon Coast
A cold and rainy Friday night found us driving from Portland to Florence, Oregon to spend a weekend getaway at the coast. After a long day at work and over…
Why the Pacific Northwest is Perfect for Solo Travel
Solo travel, especially female solo travel, has been common for years, but has recently entered the mainstream. And it’s about flippin’ time! What’s even better is that solo travel in…
Where to Stay in Portland, Oregon
Deciding where to stay in Portland can greatly influence experience of this dynamic city, especially for first-time visitors. Downtown Portland is just one choice if you want the quintessential urban…
A Pretty Good Seattle Itinerary (2 days)
**This article was updated on July 1, 2022** Planning a trip to Seattle? Great, you’re in the right place. I love Seattle…the fact that Seattle is a sprawling, cosmopolitan city…
A Very Fine Guide to Distilleries in Portland
Portland is undoubtedly one of the beer and coffee capitals of the U.S., dare I say, the world. But I would be remiss if I didn’t also include her wonderful…
A Pretty Good Portland Itinerary (2 days)
I was trying to get away from doing this. Trying to avoid writing an article about how to plan the ‘perfect Portland itinerary’ Because there really isn’t such a thing.…
Things to Do in Crater Lake National Park
Make no bones about it…Crater Lake, Oregon is a magical place. It’s mysterious, it’s gorgeous, it’s heart-stopping. We’ve all seen pictures of it, but unless you’re there to witness it…
Mount Rainier National Park, Washington State
You’ve seen this decade volcano from the plane, or from a high rise in Seattle on a clear day, or driving down I-5, and you’ve always wondered to yourself, “What…
Portland Flea Markets
A great way to soak up the essence of a city, talk with locals, and grab a bargain or two in the process is to attend a local flea market. Who…
Driving the Oregon Coast
The whole of the Oregon Coast offers up near unlimited experiences. Explore rugged and rocky vistas, sandy beaches, and forests that practically touch the water’s edge. Lighthouses galore, quaint seaside…
Take the Pacific Northwest Trivia Quiz
Think you know your Pacific Northwest trivia? I’ve put together this little trivia quiz to test your knowledge and to get you thinking about your next Pacific Northwest Adventure. …
Portland Parks
The Rose City has so many wonderful parks. Portland is green (in more ways than one), and her many parks are a testament to that love of nature and sustainability.…
Road Trip! Central Washington State
Looking for a great Washington State road trip? Sandwiched between the Cascade Mountain Range and the secluded forests of the Nez-Pierce in Idaho, lies the deserts of central Washington. The…
Quiz: How Should you Plan your Pacific Northwest Vacation?
Oregon, Washington and British Columbia encompass such a large area, with so many breathtaking sights, cultural experiences and outdoor activities, it can be overwhelming. If you have been here before,…
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival
The sleepy town of Ashland, southern Oregon is nestled in the land of fertile farmland and rural friendliness. You wouldn’t think that for eight months out of the year it…