Photo Courtesy: Vancouver Cruise Boat Pacific Coastal Cruises Find a vacation at sea that is short, sweet and packed with savings by Alex Pulaski Every spring, cruise ships leave Mexico and the Caribbean for the Alaska summer season. Along the way, these vessels pick up passengers for a shorter jaunt along the Pacific Coast—and typically…
Photo Courtesy: Cody Wilson Wonders of the Wallowas History and winding waters in Joseph and beyond by Heidi Hausler It’s impossible not to fall in love with the Wallowa Mountains. Formed millions of years ago by the collision of volcanic islands, their granitic arms stretch wide across the southern horizon of Wallowa County. With peaks…
Photo Courtesy: iStock; Fairmont Empress Hotel Victoria’s Charm British Columbia beauty by Jennifer Burns Bright Known for its special blend of nature and culture, Victoria, British Columbia, located on Vancouver Island, has plenty to see and do. Although originally the ancestral home of the First Nations Esquimalt and Songhees peoples, the city was officially founded…
Photo Courtesy: Justin Paget RV Luxury Top-tier places to enjoy an elevated experience by Erin Deinzer Imagine you’re cruising in your rolling home-away-from-home. You’ve been on the road for hours and nighttime is about to fall when it appears: the luxurious RV destination you’ve been waiting for. Enter through the gates and take a deep,…
Photo Courtesy: Danita Delmont Walla Walla Surprises Art, dining and outdoor adventure abound on a wine-lover’s weekend by Margot Bigg Set amidst the seemingly endless farmlands of southeastern Washington, the historic city of Walla Walla has long been known for two things: Walla Walla sweet onions—the official state vegetable—and an extraordinary wine scene. However, many…
Fly PDX An Updated Terminal and New Routes Provide Expanded Traveler Options by Alex Pulaski Photo Courtesy: Port of Portland, Ema Peter The roof’s immense scale at 400,000 square feet, much of it locally sourced Douglas fir, dominates the four-year, $2 billion renovation unveiled August 14. A second phase began the next day and…
Festivals in Bloom Plan a Road Trip to Celebrate Regional Bounty by Cheryl Parton Photo courtesy: istock.com/akiinsta212 Plant the seeds now to taste flavors of summer’s bounty at food festivals throughout Oregon and Idaho. By uplifting regional traditions, or amplifying the flavor of bespoke bounties, these gatherings bring together the best of local producers.…
Time to Ride Visit Southern California theme parks for innovations and a 70th anniversary celebration by Carly Caramanna Photo Courtesy: alamy.com/Joshua Rainey For theme park lovers, no place compares to Southern California. There’s no better time to plan a trip to these magical places, with some new rides and exciting events on tap in…
A Coastline for All Lincoln City’s Casual Spirit Offers Nature, Culture and Adventures by the Sea by Kim Cooper Findling Photo Courtesy: Alex Jordan Lincoln City’s boosters once championed their destination as “seven miles of smiles.” While the marketing for this central Oregon Coast city has evolved, the happy, welcoming vibe remains. A half-dozen communities…
Iceland ’s Golden Circle The island’s most famous road leads to natural wonders, scenic views and quaint towns by Michael C. Upton Photo Courtesy: istock.com/Mumemories Iceland’s natural beauty is legendary. One of the easiest ways to experience the North Atlantic island’s most popular—and some lesser-known—spots is to drive the Golden Circle, a route that navigates…