Elite Partners
Read More ›
Get Cozy in Oregon’s Tualatin Valley
Enjoy the bounty of a unique and beautiful destination this fall
During the fall months, Oregon’s Tualatin Valley becomes a sanctuary of comfort and tranquility. Nestled among rolling hills and lush vineyards, the valley takes on a special charm during “Cozy Season.”
Cozy Season in Tualatin Valley is about embracing the art of slow living. It’s a time to disconnect from the fast pace of modern life and reconnect with what truly matters: nature, community, and creating new traditions and memories.
While the weather may be cooler, the outdoor adventures in Tualatin Valley become the centerpiece of cozy comforts. Hiking trails through the area’s lush forests take on a magical quality as the trees shed their leaves, and the air becomes crisp and invigorating. For those who enjoy a more leisurely pace, a walk through a local nature park or a visit to one of the region’s national wildlife refuges offers a peaceful escape into nature where you can wrap up in layers and enjoy the quiet beauty of the season.
Explore Tualatin Valley’s agricultural farms and start new fall traditions. Pick your own apples and pears at the region’s farms, pick the perfect pumpkin, or get lost in a corn maze. Savor the taste of exquisite pinot noir at Tualatin Valley’s wineries — the closest to Portland — or sample a flight or pint of craft brew at a local brewery or cidery.
Whether you’re sipping a world-class pinot by the fire, enjoying a meal with friends, or simply taking a moment to breathe in the fresh, cool air, Cozy Season invites you to savor each moment and find joy in the simple things. In Tualatin Valley, Cozy Season isn’t just a time of year — it’s a state of mind.
Follow Us
A New Perspective on the Oregon Coast
Beyond the usual suspects like Astoria and Cannon Beach lie 300 miles of open road.
The Oregon Coast is a beguiling drive year-round, but autumn is when it feels most vital. The colors deepen, whales loiter in the shallows, and kites swoop against gray skies dappled with bursts of sunlight. At Tillamook Bay, Highway 101 veers inland through fifty miles of old-growth forest before re-emerging along the water. On this…
Inn at Langley: Where the Shore Meets the Sky
After a property-wide redesign, the Whidbey Island retreat reopens with a locally inspired take on vacationing in the Pacific Northwest.
Michelin-star chef Johnny Spero never planned to end up in the Pacific Northwest. A lifelong East Coaster born and raised in Baltimore, he began his culinary career at 16, working for a series of big-name chefs and restaurants before opening his own establishments in Washington, D.C., including Reverie, which earned him his Michelin star in…
The Northwest’s Gateway to Wine, Culture & Adventure
Escape the crowds. Slow down. Savor fall in the Lewis Clark Valley. As autumn paints the hillsides in gold, crimson, and amber, the Lewis Clark Valley becomes a picture-perfect place to slow down and savor the season. Where Washington and Idaho meet, fall brings crisp days, colorful landscapes, harvest among the vines, and plenty of…
Meet West Seattle’s “Freelance Beaver Detective”
A group of urban beavers helped Pamela Adams through a tough time. Now she’s returning the favor.
Pamela Adams was living in Port Townsend when her marriage fell apart. Little did she know at the time that she would soon find love again while doggedly pursuing the Five Families—not the ones of Mafia lore, but a four-legged sort living along the Longfellow Creek Watershed. Prior to moving to Washington, Adams resided in…