When visiting the historic town of Prescott, Arizona, check out these three historic hotels: the Hassayampa Inn, Hotel St. Michael, and the boutique The Grand Highland Hotel. When visiting the...
Elizabeth Rose
Elizabeth Rose is back again in the Phoenix area after more than a decade living in New Mexico and Washington state. She travels throughout the West and beyond writing about destinations, accommodations, festivals, and restaurants, especially farm to table cuisine. As an expert in cultural tourism, her writing reflects that passion.
She has won awards for her photography and accompanies her articles with her own images. She also provides photos for magazine covers, web sites and magazine articles (both print and online).
Foodie Finds in Vancouver, Washington
On a recent summer visit, we chased down the best fresh foodie finds in Vancouver Washington, just across the river from Portland, Oregon. How many places do you visit where you plan out fresh...
Downtown Prescott AZ: Dining, Sipping and Wandering
Explore historic downtown Prescott, Arizona. Discover a colorful history and good food along Whiskey Row and throughout downtown. I spent a month exploring historic Prescott, Arizona. It gave me an...
5 Great Day Trips from Portland OR
While there’s much to see and do in Portland, you’ll want to check out the natural beauty and quaint historic towns surrounding the Portland area. These are our favorite day trips from Portland....
Phoenix Zoo: A World of Animals and Attractions
The non-profit Phoenix Zoo, which focuses on wildlife conservation, includes not just animals from Arizona, but all over the world. Check out fun things to do, special events, and the four trails....
Vancouver Waterfront Restaurants + Wineries
There’s always something new happening on the Vancouver Washington Waterfront. Enjoy discovering the new Vancouver Waterfront restaurants and wineries. Linger a while to take a riverside stroll....
Wine Tasting Day Trip to Dundee, Oregon
Explore Oregon's Dundee Hills on a wine tasting day trip from Portland for great Pinot Noir and other Dundee wines at De Ponte Cellars. All it takes for an excellent day trip from the Portland area...
Mt Hood Scenic Loop: Favorite Day Trip from Portland
Plan a day trip out of Portland Oregon on the Mt Hood scenic loop. Stop for donuts, play in the snow, return through the Columbia River Gorge. Volcanic Mount Hood, Oregon’s highest peak, is a...
10 Fun Things to Do in Astoria, Oregon
10 fun things to do in Astoria will lead you through town, take you for a trolley ride, and refresh you when you need to take a break. Being active in Astoria, Oregon, is easy. Stroll the 6-mile...
The Bowline Hotel in Astoria Oregon: Luxury on the Columbia River
There’s something mesmerizing about the majesty of the Columbia River, especially when enjoyed in a cozy bathrobe lying in a luxurious bed warmed by a flickering fireplace. Add in a cup of French...