Most of us in Oregon are familiar with Portland's popular Saturday Market, but did you know Astoria has its own vibrant market every Sunday? The Astoria Sunday Market is an annual event that began in 2000 and was formed to revitalize Historic downtown Astoria and...
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Unveiling the Wonders of the Painted Hills, Oregon
Central Oregon's Painted Hills is one of those awe-inspiring things you have to see in person. Photos simply aren't enough to convey how impressive this prehistoric landscape is. Many Oregonians have never been to the Painted Hills or don't realize...
Sunset Lodging in Sunriver Promises An Unforgettable Experience
Work has left you weary. The city life has drained you. You need a place to escape. You need time to relax and recharge. Sunset Lodging in Sunriver promises not only to give you an unforgettable experience, but to breathe life back into you. Whether you love the...
Famous Ships From ‘Pirates of the Caribbean,’ Docking At The Oregon Coast
If you are looking for something fun to do this year, mark your calendars now as you don’t want to miss this event happening in Newport! These “Tall Ships” will be docking at the Oregon Coast in April, and will be returning in July. Whether you are a photographer...
Thai-Style ‘Rolled Ice Cream’ is Now a Thing in Oregon
I'm going to be completely honest, I have never heard of Thai Rolled Ice Cream until I came across an article recently at The Oregonian. In fact, the latest ice cream craze apparently is taking over U.S. cities. And best believe, now that I know it's available in...
This Awesome Rock Ranch in Oregon Offers a Unique Experience
Recently I came across one of the coolest places to visit in Oregon. It's known as Richardson's Rock Ranch. UPDATE 3/9/2020: According to the Richardson's Rock Ranch's "About Us" section on their website, as of 2019 they no longer offer digging areas for guests:...
Oregon is Home to Some of the Largest Cats In The World at This Unique Park
If you're a cat lover and looking for a fun adventure with friends or family, you will surely love Great Cats World Park, nestled away in Southern Oregon. With more than 40 different cats, representing 17 different species from around the world, this unique park...
Cosmic Tubing Is A Thing In Oregon, And It’s The Ultimate Winter Rush
As winter approaches in Oregon, sometimes it takes us a little more motivation to get out and enjoy the outdoors. With the blistering cold, it can be a little too much sometimes. So if you're looking for a little extra motivation and something you can enjoy with the...
4 Enchanting Oregon Holiday Train Rides You Won’t Want To Miss
This article has been updated to reflect the holidays for 2022. Have you ever seen the movie The Polar Express? Have you ever wished you could take a magical train ride with your family or friends during the holidays and meet Santa? It turns out holiday rides are a...
The Holiday Express Train in Oregon is Departing Soon
UPDATE: We have revised this article to reflect on the latest schedule for 2017. Tickets for the 2017 Holiday Express are available as of Sunday, Oct 15. Are you looking for something fun to do to get into the holiday spirit this year? Well, the Holiday Express train...
All Aboard! Stunning Fall Foliage Oregon Train Rides Departing Soon
There's nothing more beautiful than autumn, especially in Oregon. For a lot of us, it's our favorite time of the year as the holidays approach. Football games, the change in the air, the crisp mornings and the shorter days are just a few things we love about the new...
Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport
If you're headed to Newport anytime in the near future, make it a point to stop by the Oregon Coast Aquarium. Growing up in Oregon, as a kid, this was always one of my favorite places to check out with the fam. It was even voted one of the top 10 aquariums in the...