Hood River is a small town in northern Oregon sitting on the shores of the giant Columbia River in the Columbia River Valley. The town and the Hood River area not only attracts wine and beer lovers but also those seeking outdoor recreation, fabulous food and small-town Oregon culture. The fairly consistent wind makes it … Read more
What are the best McMinnville restaurants in Willamette Valley, Oregon? We asked a local for their top picks and were rewarded with a list of cozy cafes, casual eateries, fine dining and everything in between. So let’s dig in! Willamette Valley, the wine region of Oregon, is becoming a popular destination for wine and nature … Read more
In the United States, the fly fishing opportunities seem to be endless. Each area of the country offers its own unique landscape and water filled with trophy fish. As anglers head to the Pacific Northwest, however, the fishing seems to get better and better. In fact, Oregon and Washington fly fishing is some of the … Read more
Portland, Oregon is known for many different things: rain, craft beer, coffee, food trucks, all things vintage, and the famous hipster Portland vibes. These are some of the things people envision when thinking of Stumptown. But how do you experience all Portland has to offer while visiting? Well, it’s not easy but as a local … Read more
Updated July 2026: This Walla Walla wine country guide has been refreshed for travelers planning a weekend of tasting rooms, restaurants, downtown wandering, and scenic vineyard drives in southeast Washington. If you have landed here, there is a good chance you are either already a wine person or you have finally heard the not-so-secret news … Read more
Updated July 2026: This guide to the best things to do in Stanley Park Vancouver was refreshed for travelers planning a first visit, a seawall bike ride, a family day in the park, or a classic Vancouver itinerary built around beaches, forest, Indigenous art, viewpoints, and downtown access. Stanley Park is one of those places … Read more
Just 30 minutes from downtown Seattle is the former logging and farming town turned trendy tasting room mecca of Woodinville, Washington. Now before you get visions of rolling hills and vineyards as far as the eye can see I need to point out that you will not find that Tuscany-esque scene in Woodinville. What you … Read more
Portland, Oregon has quickly become known for its thriving culinary scene, which includes of lots of delicious desserts. While everyone’s idea of what makes a perfect dessert is different, I’ve compiled a list of what I think are the top 5 places to find the best desserts in Portland. Voodoo Doughnuts Likely the most … Read more
If you love the Pacific Northwest then Vancouver, BC is probably placed high up on your hit list of places to visit. In fact, chances are good that you have already been there. Maybe you even live in this stunning city as I did myself. If so then you likely already know that it’s a … Read more
Updated June 2026: This guide has been refreshed with current transportation notes, active food and drink suggestions, updated market information, and new accommodation booking links. Kelowna is a lively lake city in the heart of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, where vineyards climb the hills, orchards line the roads, and Okanagan Lake gives the whole place … Read more