by Diana Flowers | Oct 13, 2023 | Cabins, Lodging
When I'm scouting for the perfect vacation rental, Lincoln City, Oregon, often comes to mind. Renowned for its seven miles of stunning coastline, Lincoln City offers a blend of beautiful beaches, lush forests, and a vibrant arts scene. This Siletz River cabin in...
by Diana Flowers | Oct 9, 2023 | News
In 2008, a stretch of Highway 26 went under construction to install a new turn lane about 13 miles from Government Camp. The reason for building the new turn lane, as reported by the Department of Transportation, was safety. The DOT cited previous crashes (including...
by Diana Flowers | Oct 5, 2023 | Food, Food & Drink, Restaurants
In less than two weeks, Portland area residents will be able to feast at Shake Shack’s newest location when it opens at the high-end Bridgeport Village. Here, diners will get to dig into juicy burgers and hotdogs, perfectly-crisp crinkle cut fries, and of course their...
by Diana Flowers | Sep 29, 2023 | Food & Drink, Newport, Restaurants
“Szabo’s” may be a hard name to pronounce, but it’s not a hard place to fall in love with for their fresh seafood, perfectly-grilled steaks, and super friendly service. The owner, Mark Szabo, is originally from New Jersey but found himself on the Oregon coast in the...
by Diana Flowers | Sep 24, 2023 | Food & Drink, Restaurants
Along the Santiam Highway in the incredibly small town of Mehama, just east of Stayton, lies The Gingerbread House. Mehama, OR, nestled in north-central Oregon's Willamette Valley, is a charming small town 50 miles south of Portland. With its rolling hills and lush...