I love cheese. If you’re from the Pacific Northwest, like me you probably grew up eating Tillamook cheddar on everything from sandwiches to your mom’s broccoli. Its deliciousness was usually taken for granted until that one fateful day: a class field trip...
Nestled on a cliff-top with breathtaking views of Nye Beach, this charming literary-themed hotel, Sylvia Beach Hotel, has been welcoming guests since 1912. With its prime location just a mile from Yaquina Bay Lighthouse, 2 miles from the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and 3...
Ecola State Park is a stunning natural retreat on Oregon’s northern coast. This awe-inspiring park offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, rugged shorelines, and lush forest trails. Whether you’re looking for adventure or a chance to relax on the...
Oregon Coast agate hunting is one of the simplest ways to turn a beach walk into a treasure hunt. These smooth pieces of chalcedony quartz can be clear, milky white, gray, honey-colored, orange-red, or blue-gray. The secret is timing: look for exposed gravel at a safe...
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...
