The Pacific Northwest is known for a lot of things. Incredible natural scenery carved out by the last ice age. Lots of rain. Grunge music (I’ll always love Pearl Jam, and who can forget Nirvana?), fresh salmon, and majestic mountains. Iconic landmarks like Pike Place Market, Crater Lake, and Mt. Saint Helens. Hipsters who recycle….
Out here in Northeastern Oregon, the Wild West still reigns supreme and the Wallowa Mountains are the focal point. Carved by the Oregon Trail, not a lot has changed since the good ‘ol days when hopeful future landowners blazed the trail by covered wagon. In this remote area of Oregon, you will find working ranches…
Need a break from real life with your favorite people? A girlfriend getaway in Washington State might be just what the soul ordered. Spoiler alert: this also works for guys’ trips, or even romantic getaways! Whether you’re craving spa time, wine tasting, nature therapy, or belly laughs over cozy fireside chats — the Pacific Northwest…
Oregon is known for its waterfalls, but did you know you can see at least 10 of them along one spectacular drive? Having lived in Portland for over 20 years, this road of waterfalls was on my radar for quite some time. If you’ve ever dreamed of a road trip filled with thundering waterfalls, moss-covered…
Old habits die hard, to coin a familiar phrase. What that means is, as much as I talk about taking things slowly when you are traveling, I didn’t seem to want to listen to that inner voice this time. As with my first Olympic National Forest trip, I tried to jam pack as much as…
Chances are if you are reading this blog, you have the wanderlust bug. Go on, admit it. I have it too, so let me tell you how my need to get out and explore has made me a happier person. Going on a road trip is one of my favorite things. When things get too…