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Oregonians Say This Town Captures the State’s Spirit Better Than Any Other
In a recent survey of 3,012 respondents seeking to pinpoint each state’s ‘spirit town,’ Astoria was voted as Oregon’s most representative town, followed by Cottage Grove and Klamath Falls.
Astoria: Oregon’s Cultural Heart…
Oregon Caves Chateau Named Among America’s Most Endangered Places as Fundraising Efforts Intensify
The National Trust for Historic Preservation recently named the Oregon Caves Chateau one of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places for 2025. Following the unfortunate closure of the Chateau in 2018, a committee was formed to assist…
Ashland Leads Oregon Destinations with a Foreign Vibe, Survey Reveals
In a recent traveler poll of U.S. destinations with a 'foreign feel,' several places in Oregon were included in the list of the most sought-after destinations offering international charm. Ashland ranked among the top places.
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Mt. Ashland 2024 Skiing Season Kicks Off On December 7
ASHLAND, Ore. — The Mt. Ashland Ski Area is opening next weekend- on December 7, for the 2024/25 winter ski season, but the season's pass holders get to visit a day earlier, as the resort hosts Passholder Appreciation Day on Friday,…
Ashland Chosen As #1 Oregon Romantic Fall Getaway Destination
The perfect romantic retreat may be closer than you think. DatingAdvice recently surveyed 3,000 couples to find America’s favorite fall vacation hotspots, based on their experiences.
Bar Harbor in Maine came in at number 1 in the US was…
Oregon Is One Of The Top 3 States To Visit In The Fall
A survey from a landscaping company rating the best fall destinations in the United States rates Oregon among the best three in the nation. LawnStarter, who undertook the survey found the west coast is the best coast to visit in fall 2024.…
Exploring Cape Meares Lighthouse, Hiking Trails and The State Scenic Viewpoint
Tucked away amidst the natural beauty of the National Wildlife Refuge and Cape Meares State Scenic Viewpoint, the Cape Meares Lighthouse is located at the north end of the magnificent Three Capes Scenic Loop on the Tillamook Coast.
Named…
Get ‘Creeped Out’ This Halloween at the Wolf Creek Inn near Medford
A rocking chair in the corner of a hotel bedroom is a chilling reminder of Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho, an image promoted at the Wolf Creek Inn that is transformed into ‘Creepsville’ during Halloween.
Isolated Location and Eerie…
Oregon Dominates Top 10 Hotels in the Pacific Northwest Competition
Oregon dominated the Top 10 Hotels in the Pacific Northwest category of the Condé Nast Traveler 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards with a staggering 575,048 votes in the 37th annual Readers’ Choice Awards.
Eight Oregon Getaways Listed…
Portland’s Pittock Mansion: A Landmark With Deep History And Spectacular Views
Positioned 1,000 above the city in Portland, Oregon, the Pittock Mansion offers unique insight into the city's evolution from a pioneer town at the turn of the century to the advanced industrialized metro it is today.
A Portland…