One of Oregon's 17 National Landmarks sits in the southwest hills above Portland and is credited with paving the path for the unique modern architectural style of the Pacific Northwest. The Watzek House was finished in 1937 and became an instant icon for new bold...
If you're looking for a cozy weekend retreat near Eugene I can't think of a better spot than a pretty little cabin sitting on a creek. This cute Cottage Grove Airbnb cabin features a gorgeous outdoor hot tub that makes you feel like you're in a scene straight from a...
If you've ever seen the movie The Polar Express and have wished you could take a magical train ride of your own, now's your chance. Holiday train rides are offered each year in Oregon and are the perfect way to ring in the holiday season with friends and family. Here...
Gorgeous views of Siletz Bay, soothing natural treatments, and an outdoor infinity jacuzzi set this relaxing spa on the Oregon coast apart from the rest. At Salishan Coastal Lodge, all the elements that make the Oregon coast so special surround you, helping you...
Located on Highway 19 between Kimberly and Dayville Oregon is an incredible record of Oregon's ancient past: The Sheep Rock Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds. Large rock formations show off layers of time, and as scientists examine those geological layers they get a...
Erosion and flooding are a potential problem along the Oregon coast and its estuaries wherever natural and human built environments interact. This becomes apparent each year when the highest tides crash against the shoreline and sometimes come up over roads and...
No one is sure who dreamed up the margarita because many have claimed to be its creator. The margarita dates back to the late 1930s and features tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, typically with salt on the rim of the glass. Some like their margarita shaken with...
Salt And Straw is known for its delicious and quirky ice cream flavors, especially around the holidays. This Oregon grown company has delighted fans with seasonal flavors such as Jack o' Lantern Pumpkin Bread, Cranberry Juniper Sorbet, Peppermint Cocoa and Apple...
Redmond Oregon has many interesting things to do, including mountain biking, golfing, rock climbing, and checking out the gorgeous natural beauty of Smith Rock State Park. What you may not have heard of is the Petersen Rock Garden, which is listed on the National...
Oregon's weirdest roadside sights take many forms. In the area where I grew up in Washington County, Oregon there were three of those kitschy monuments everyone had to point out as we drove by (read on to see the ones I'm talking about). For instance, if you didn't...
140 miles from the Pacific Ocean, Bend Oregon lies in the heart of Oregon's high desert. Bend is one of Oregon's premier vacation destinations due to the miles of mountain biking trails, nearby ski resorts, dozens of lakes and gorgeous views. But did you know Bend is...
If you love how soothing scented candles can be and have ever wanted to make your own, Yo Soy Candle in Portland Oregon has a candle creation bar where you can experiment with making your very own candle scent. Making A Candle That Speaks To Who You Are At the Yo Soy...