Oregon’s Jeff Merkley Urges U.S. to Join Allies in Recognizing Palestine as a State
Oregon’s Democratic Senator Jeff Merkley on Thursday introduced a resolution calling on the United States to formally recognize Palestine as a state — the first proposal of its kind to appear in the U.S. Senate, according to The Oregonian. Merkley’s measure, co-sponsored by several other Senate Democrats, asks President Donald Trump to recognize what it calls a “demilitarized Palestinian state alongside a secure Israel.” With Republicans holding the Senate majority and generally skeptical of a...
TRAVEL
Oregon is a beautiful destination for travelers who enjoy exploring the great outdoors. With its diverse landscape of mountains, forests, waterfalls, and coastline, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
This Chocolate Café In Oregon Serves Hot Cocoa So Thick You Can Eat It With A Spoon
Hot chocolate so thick it's like eating pudding out of a cup. If that didn't make your mouth start to water, maybe the thought of 40 different flavors of chocolate truffles, rich chocolate mochas,...
Folks Line Up Around The Block For This 1920s Vintage Oregon Gas Station Turned Drive-In
The food is so good it should be criminal. With soft serve sundae's piled high with toppings, mouthwatering sandwiches, and salads almost too pretty to eat (but far too tasty not to enjoy), it's...
Oregon Is Now Home To The Largest ‘Dark Sky Sanctuary’ In the World
Step into the heart of eastern Oregon, where the night sky unveils a spectacle so mesmerizing that it's officially been crowned the world's largest International Dark Sky Sanctuary. Imagine a canvas...
FOOD & DRINK
Explore Oregon’s food and drink scene – from locally sourced ingredients to craft brews and award-winning wines. Plan your culinary adventure now!
Embrace the Warmth of Home Cooking in This Small Town Oregon Restaurant
Crafted with care and served with a smile, the tasty dishes found here are bound to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.
This Fun Wine Shuttle Lets You Choose From 3 of the Finest Vineyards in the Willamette Valley
Let's talk about one of Oregon's lushest (no pun intended) landscapes—the Willamette Valley. It's a haven for anyone who appreciates a good glass of wine and the stories behind each vineyard. I...
Get Your Sugar Fix at This Cozy Sweets Shop in the Sweetest Oregon Beach Town
Manzanita is one of my favorite beach towns on the Oregon Coast, and though it isn’t very big, it has some of the best shops you’ll find up and down the state. Anytime I’m here I take a leisurely...
Valley Of The Giants Is A Must See in Oregon
Moss covers the trail and hangs from the branches of trees that tower over you and disappear into the sky. You can't tell how tall the gigantic trees are until you see a fallen Douglas Fir or Western Hemlock laying across the trail. You really can't imagine what a 200...
Oregon Trail Camping is a Thing Now With New Covered Wagons
When headed out to camp, it's not just pitching a tent anymore and calling it good. Glamorous camping, also known as glamping, is the new buzz and has become hugely popular in the last few years. And in Oregon, from yurts to teepees, and now covered wagons, you have a...
The Devil’s Punchbowl Will Draw You In, But Damn is it Dangerous
The Oregon Coast is nothing short of magical. It's truly the one place I can get away and sort of reset. A place where I can clear my mind, and become centered again. Every chance I get, especially when temperatures are hitting triple digits in Oregon, I'm escaping to...
There’s a Gorgeous Sand Dollar Beach in Oregon And You Must Go
Depending on where you are along the Pacific Ocean, from Alaska to Baja California, you will come across beautiful sand dollars. It's officially known as the Dendraster Excentricus and is a member of the order Clypeasteroida. This species of flattened burrowing sea...
Bend Will Soon Be Home to the Last Blockbuster on Earth
Do you dream of the '90s? If so, next time you're in Bend you may want to reminisce a bit and check out Blockbuster video. That's right, in case you didn't know, miraculously there were still a few Blockbusters in business. In fact, just over a year ago I personally...
10 Best Crater Lake Hikes in Oregon in 2023
Crater Lake is the blue gem of the Oregon Cascades. People travel worldwide to see Crater Lake in all its shining blue glory, but not many realize how many awesome hiking trails are nearby, both inside and outside of the park. These trails won't disappoint and are the...
The 16 Best Oregon Beaches to Dip Your Toes in The Sand
The Best Beaches on the Oregon Coast From the mouth of the Columbia River on the Pacific Ocean, on down through Cannon Beach, Rockaway Beach, Pacific City, the Oregon Dunes, Heceta Head Lighthouse, and the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, these are the best...
Unveiling the Wonders of the Painted Hills, Oregon
Central Oregon's Painted Hills is one of those awe-inspiring things you have to see in person. Photos simply aren't enough to convey how impressive this prehistoric landscape is. Many Oregonians have never been to the Painted Hills or don't realize...
Oregon is Home to the World’s Only Bigfoot Trap
While the big hairy beast hasn't been caught yet, the trap has been set. If there was such a thing as a bigfoot trap, OF COURSE, it would be in Oregon. In fact, it's been here since 1974 when it was built. Said to be restored in 2006, this 10-foot-high cube of bolted...
Sunset Lodging in Sunriver Promises An Unforgettable Experience
Work has left you weary. The city life has drained you. You need a place to escape. You need time to relax and recharge. Sunset Lodging in Sunriver promises not only to give you an unforgettable experience, but to breathe life back into you. Whether you love the...