Things To Do

Crab, Wine, and Fun: Astoria’s Annual Festival Returns for 2023

If you’re looking for an excuse to visit Astoria, Oregon, then look no further! The Astoria Warrenton Crab, Seafood and Wine Festival is back this year, and it’s going to be an absolute blast! This event, sponsored by Fred Meyer, is being held at the Clatsop County Fair...

The Cozy Small Town Oregon Restaurant That’s Been Winning Over Locals For 43 Years

Right as you drive into Albany along the 99E from I-5, you can’t miss Rogers Restaurant with its distinctive yellow sign that thankfully hasn’t been updated since the place opened back in 1980. Admittedly, it’s not much to look at from the road—a nondescript diner with a blue awning, but its...

Oregon’s Top 12 Zoos and Aquariums: Uncover the Wonders of Wildlife

Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of marine life and land-dwelling animals at some of the finest zoos in Oregon and aquariums the state has to offer. Discover sea lions, giant Pacific octopuses, sea otters, and more as you embark on a journey to appreciate the natural habitats of...

Step Inside the Oregon Pizza and Brewery That Has Become a Local Legend

Located just off the freeway in Grants Pass is a stop perfect for satisfying your pizza itch. Or how about brewery itch? Here you will find both! At Wild River Brewing & Pizza Company they serve up tasty brews to pair perfectly with your pizza. And with 5 locations, they’ve even grown into a...

Grab the Best Seats in the House at This Unique Oregon Theater Pub

Seaside, Oregon, is a charming coastal town located on the northern coast of the state, known for its stunning ocean views, charming shops, and unique attractions. In fact, it's the coastal town that my folks took me to the most as a kid, and was probably my very first beach experience. Image via...
Stunning Sand Art: Magical Sand Labyrinths On The Oregon Coast

Stunning Sand Art: Magical Sand Labyrinths On The Oregon Coast

Have you ever seen sand art so extravagant? Denny Dyke created magic in the sand in Bandon Oregon in the form of sand labyrinths, and you're welcome to come and explore that magic for yourself. Peace and tranquility is the goal as you walk the labyrinth, each one...

Unplug and Plan a Getaway to This Gorgeous Historic Hotel in Oregon

Unplug and Plan a Getaway to This Gorgeous Historic Hotel in Oregon

The brothers Mike and Brian McMenamin are personal local heroes of mine. I had visited many of their properties and brewpubs in the Portland area but never realized their impact until my first time at the Kennedy School while living in NE PDX circa the early 2000s. I...

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