Tired of pizza and Mexican food? It's hard to go wrong with Novak's Hungarian Restaurant if you're looking for something unique in Albany, Oregon. Novak's was founded in 1984, and it's still family-owned. After a horrific fire in 2019, Novak's has reopened in a...
At Oregon's only resort hotel built right on the beach, The Inn At Spanish Head offers exceptional oceanfront lodging and penthouse dining. Each of the 120 oceanfront rooms has a balcony, and many have a full kitchen. The miles of sand beach and tide pools are just a...
Have you ever wanted to go skydiving but have been too scared to try it out? Jumping out of a plane can be intimidating, but you can still get the experience and adrenaline rush at iFLY in Portland, Oregon. One of the best things about iFLY is that the whole family...
Located at the southern end of the Willamette River in Clackamas County, Oregon City is a historic character in and of itself. Located south of Portland, the town is situated just below the majestic Willamette Falls, which has played a significant role in the...
Most people who live in Oregon have heard of Mount Hood Meadows, Mt. Hood Skibowl and Timberline Lodge. All of these are prime spots for winter and summer recreation on Mount Hood, but have you ever heard of Cooper Spur Mountain Resort? Cooper Spur is hidden away on...
Originally published in 2023; updated in August 2026. Tucked away in the small coastal town of Reedsport, Oregon, Sugar Shack Bakery is the kind of place you may have driven past without realizing what was waiting inside. This longtime local favorite serves an...
Kah-Nee-Ta was once a thriving resort and tourist destination in Warm Springs. The resort featured an Olympic size swimming pool, lodge, spa, restaurants, golf course, and RV park. Living out most of its peak season in the summertime, adored by families for decades,...
Dining out should always be an enjoyable time, but not often when picking a place to dine do we consider a unique or historic place. With a dining experience you won’t soon forget The Waterfront Depot restaurant located on the Siuslaw River in Florence is as unique...
Beginning on February 1st, 2023, you can celebrate the "Month of Love" in local Tualatin parks. In an event similar to the Oregon coast's Finders Keepers, 175 beautiful hand-blown heart-shaped glass baubles will be hidden around local parks and trails. Be lucky enough...
All the best pizza is found at mom-and-pop joints in small towns across Oregon, I'm convinced of this. And Benny's Pizza Joint in Monroe happens to be one of those places. The small town of Monroe is located in South-East Benton County, Oregon, and is a vibrant hub...
If you had to pick your go-to barbecue restaurant in Oregon, where would it be? With so many choices, it could be a tough decision, as there is some seriously damn good BBQ to choose from in the Beaver State. Recently, a place you may or may not have heard of was...
Oregon is well known for their wine and beer scene, and breweries along the Oregon coast have been making a big impact. If you are in Cannon Beach then make sure to add Public Coast Brewing on your list of stops to make. Public Coast Brewing is named after all 363...