Wander with us to the Oregon Coast in the Pacific Northwest. Explore the state’s wineries and waterfalls. Check out the Columbia River Gorge and the historical sites of eastern Oregon.
Amaterra Winery, a 12-acre estate located just minutes from downtown Portland, is transforming the Portland wine scene. In Oregon, the Willamette Valley is traditionally the place for wine. That is until Amaterra Winery swept into Portland this January and brought a...
Looking for a social space with great non-alcoholic drinks? Zero-proof bars are gaining popularity. We check out Suckerpunch in Portland. When I first quit drinking, I still went to the same bar to see my friends. I'd order cranberry juice mixed with club soda. The...
Visit Hispanic-owned wineries in the Willamette Valley to experience the best of Oregon wine—and gain an appreciation for that perfect Pinot. Many travelers center their vacation around beautiful wine areas like Oregon's Willamette Valley to enjoy bucolic scenery,...
While Oregon's Willamette Valley is famed for its wines, the other bounty of the fertile valley beckons. Experience the Willamette Valley with a scenic and tasty drive along the Marion Farm Loop. There are many ways to experience Oregon’s Willamette Valley; one is to...
Oregon's Great Oaks Food Trail offers a picturesque route through the Willamette Valley for the best food, wine, art, and views. Oregon's Great Oaks Food Trail guides travelers on a picturesque route through the Willamette Valley to some of the region's...
There are plenty of winter wine festivals in the colder months. Read our insider's guide to the best wine country festivals this winter. Wine tasting in many US wine regions may seem like a Spring-Summer-Fall adventure, but true wine aficionados know winter is the...
Looking for the best hiking trails in the US where you can also catch some amazing views? Here is our guide to amazing hikes with incredible scenery. Do you crave to discover new places for hiking? Nature has lots of hidden gems, and it’s up to us to discover them....
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. When you visit the Portland area, you will be tempted to explore some...
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 is a winery appointment, a great idea for lunch, and some good...
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 must-see when visiting the Portland, Oregon, area. You’ll certainly see it...