Travel
An Oregon Beach Getaway for the Whole Family
Seeking a quaint oceanfront sojourn? Set your sights on Seaside
This article appears in print in the January 2020 issue. Click here to subscribe. If you love to chew on saltwater taffy while walking along the crab-shell-covered shores of charming beach towns, you shouldn’t miss Seaside, Oregon. Couples flock here for the romantic accommodations, and friends and families go for the outdoor recreation—including the world’s largest amateur beach…
New in Town: Exploring Seattle in 2020
Introducing a blog series dedicated to discovering Seattle anew
When you move to a new city, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all that’s on offer: new sights, new flavors, new people. But the truth is, it’s also easy to get overwhelmed while living in a city you know like the back of your hand. Abundant activity options can lead to indecision, and the next…
Go On a Winter Wine Tasting Adventure in the Willamette Valley
Winter offers many opportunities in the Willamette Valley for idyllic outdoor recreation, from birding to hot springs
Sponsored by Willamette Valley Visitors Association While summer wine tasting has its perks, in the Willamette Valley we much prefer to treat ourselves to a glass of Pinot noir when the cool, misty winter weather rolls in. This is the coziest time of year in Oregon Wine Country. It’s a time when you are treated…
Centralia Is a Holiday Season Haven
Historic Downtown Centralia might only be a short drive or train ride from Seattle, but its authentic holiday charm makes it feel like a world away
Sponsored by Centralia Downtown Association Washington is filled with quaint small towns. But few, if any, possess the blend of accessibility, historic charm and a truly unique holiday spirit experience like the Mayberry-esque town of Centralia. A quick drive down I-5 or traffic-free train trip can deliver you into the heart of the historic downtown…
A Very Merry Vancouver Awaits With The Chance to Win Tickets To Vancouver’s Best Holiday Attractions
The jewel of Canada's West Coast is enticing winter holidaymakers with a month of daily prizes and the chance to win a grand prize trip to Vancouver
Sponsored by Vancouver Hotel Destination Association Walking across a breathtaking bridge suspended 230 feet above a river gorge and adorned with a million glittering lights. Sightseeing in an old-fashioned trolley bus and singing karaoke carols from one unforgettable stop to another. Strolling through a traditional German Christmas Market, sipping on hot chocolate and shopping for…
Nonstop to Sun Valley – Idaho’s Winter Playground
Sun Valley, the unpretentious ski town where wilderness and adventure meet community and culture, has something for all visitors in winter
Sponsored by Visit Sun Valley Sun Valley feels like a world away, but it’s closer than you think. The picturesque Idaho mountain town feels quaint but plays big. It’s an almost impossibly balanced destination that offers some of the best outdoor adventure and culture to be found anywhere in the region, while somehow avoiding the…
November 2019 Hike of the Month: Licorice Fern Trail
This fall wonderland of a hike is full of mossy trees and crunchy maple leaves
It’s November and shorter daylight hours mean shorter hikes. If you’re not quite ready to bring out the snowshoes and full winter gear, it’s also a good time to explore the lower elevation hikes. Late October brought a round of early snow to the mountains, and closed off a lot of trails close to Seattle…
Washington State’s Red Mountain and Richland Are a Wine Lover’s Paradise
You won’t find hotels, restaurants or shops on Red Mountain. But the state’s most petite wine-growing region does have a generous community of makers and growers, with a recreational playland a stone’s throw away
Guests enjoy a meal and wine in a vineyard at Fidelitas Wines
A Road Trip to the Oregon Coast Is the Perfect Weekend Getaway
A drive to the southern Oregon coast offers plenty of diversions, from wine to charming towns to elk watching
This article appears in print in the October 2019 issue, as part of the Fall Road Trips cover story. Click here to subscribe. We didn’t know what to expect when we rolled into Oakland, Oregon, a tiny town just a short hop off I-5 south of Cottage Grove. But we sure didn’t expect a gleaming lineup of vintage cars along…
Hit the Road to Centralia and Chehalis for a Charming Old-school Getaway
Located between Seattle and Portland, these two cities offer history, shopping and outdoor attractions
This article appears in print in the October 2019 issue, as part of the Fall Road Trips cover story. Click here to subscribe. From Interstate 5, it’s easy to take exit 82 to visit Centralia’s outlet stores and conclude that’s all there is to this southwest Washington town. But travel a few blocks farther and you’ll hit the stroll-worthy downtown. Streets…
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