The best places to shop in the Pacific Northwest.
**Updated September 19, 2025** If you’re looking for a neighborhood in Portland where historic charm meets quirky shops and great eats, the Alphabet District is it. Tucked into the city’s Northwest corner, this area blends leafy streets, century-old Victorians, and some of the best people-watching in town. I’ve lost count of the hours I’ve spent…
So, you’re headed to Portland. Maybe it’s your first time and you’ve heard the legends—bearded men on bikes, coffee that requires a barista certification exam, and locals who compost more seriously than they pay taxes. Or maybe you’ve been before and still can’t figure out why the donuts are shaped like voodoo dolls. Either way,…
If you’re planning your first trip to Seattle and want to experience the city beyond the tourist traps, you’re in the right place. Sure, you’ll want to see the Space Needle and Pike Place Market—but the real soul of Seattle lives in its neighborhoods. Each pocket of the city has its own flavor: some are…
Hiking in the great outdoors has long been a favorite pastime for me. It offers an escape into nature and a great workout that rewards with incredible views, especially here in the Pacific Northwest. Women hikers have increasingly made their mark, challenging trails across the globe and proving the indomitable strength and resilience that lie…
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…
Scrambling up a steep trail laden with slippery rocks and muddy patches on a Pacific Northwest hike, fresh after a long drizzle, is no easy task. Yet it’s exhilarating and rewarding. A good challenging hike is made even better when you are wearing the right gear. Enter the Kuhl Kultivatr Kargo Pant. Catchy name, don’t…