Adventures

Eat At This Vintage 1920s Portland Breakfast Spot That Hit the News Like a Crowbar to the Knee

There it sits, as improbable as a flannel-clad lumberjack at a tech start-up mixer: a weathered little shanty from the 1920s, tucked along NW Front Avenue in Portland, surrounded by gleaming high-rises, glass façades, and the kind of redevelopment that laughs in the face of wood-frame modesty....

Hey You Guys! LEGO Just Dropped a Goonies Set, and It’s Pure Treasure for Movie Fans

If you grew up yelling “Goonies never say die!” or dreaming of treasure maps hidden in old attics, this one’s for you. LEGO has officially unveiled LEGO Ideas The Goonies (Set #21363), a massive, nostalgia-packed tribute to the 1985 cult classic filmed right here in Astoria, Oregon. And trust us,...

This Quiet Oregon Beach Town Feels Like a Hidden Paradise in November

After more than a decade of exploring every hidden corner of Oregon for That Oregon Life, we can confidently say that Brookings, Oregon is one of the state’s best-kept fall secrets. When November rolls in and most coastal towns start to quiet down, this little Southern Oregon gem comes alive in a...

This Eerie Underground Tour Beneath Astoria Reveals a Hidden Side of Oregon’s Oldest City

Beneath the streets and sidewalks of Astoria lies a secret world few visitors ever see — a dimly lit labyrinth of tunnels, artifacts, and stories from Oregon’s oldest coastal city. Astoria Underground Tour / Trip Advisor The Astoria Underground Tour takes guests below ground for an unforgettable...

Mark Your Calendar for the Return of Oregon Coast’s Massive King Tides This November

Ever wonder what it’s like when the ocean decides to reclaim a bit more of Oregon? Picture driving through Depoe Bay, the waves surging high enough to cross the highway, sending seawater streaming past businesses and over parking lots. It’s not a storm surge or a flood in the usual sense—it’s a...
Murder Charges Filed Against Husband of Missing Oregon Hiker

Murder Charges Filed Against Husband of Missing Oregon Hiker

The disappearance of Susan "Phoenix" Lane-Fournier, a 61-year-old woman from Welches, Oregon, has taken a tragic and shocking turn. Nearly a month after filing for divorce, her husband, 71-year-old Michel Fournier, has been arrested and charged with her murder. On...

Southern Oregon Coast at Risk of Sneaker Waves This Weekend

Southern Oregon Coast at Risk of Sneaker Waves This Weekend

Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution along the southern Oregon coast this weekend, as the National Weather Service has issued a warning for sneaker waves expected from late Saturday through Sunday afternoon. This advisory covers the coastlines of Douglas, Coos,...

Skip The Crowds At Tillamook Cheese Factory And Discover This Hidden Gem

Skip The Crowds At Tillamook Cheese Factory And Discover This Hidden Gem

Tasty cheese, wine, and awesome grilled cheese sandwiches are just a few reasons to visit Blue Heron. Alongside the awesome food, the petting zoo and free roaming peacocks are also a main attraction. When most people think of Tillamook, they’re drawn right to the...

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