The Oregon Coast is one of those places that’s impossible to see in a single day, but a weekend gives you just enough time to hit the highlights and still feel like you actually relaxed. My husband and I have…
Portland Nightlife Guide (Best Bars, Music, and Late-Night Spots)
Portland’s nightlife doesn’t look like most cities’ nightlife, and that’s entirely the point. There are no velvet ropes, no cover charges at most places, and nobody’s going to judge you for showing up in hiking boots. What Portland does have…
Mt. Hood Day Trip from Portland (The Complete Guide)
Mt. Hood is the mountain you see from Portland. It’s the one on the horizon that makes you stop mid-sentence and stare, the one that looks different every single day depending on the light and the clouds and the season….
Things to Do in Seaside, Oregon (A Local’s Honest Guide)
If you’re looking for things to do in Seaside, Oregon, I’ll be honest with you up front: this is the Oregon coast town that locals love to dismiss as “too touristy.” And honestly, parts of it are. The main drag…
Willamette Valley Day Trip from Portland: Wineries, Views, and Small Towns
A Willamette Valley day trip is one of the best things you can do with a free day in Portland. Seriously, I’m not exaggerating. My husband and I have been making this drive for years now, and it never gets…
Portland Cheap Eats (A Local’s Guide to the Best Budget Food)
Portland is one of the best food cities in America, and you don’t need to spend a lot to eat well here. That’s one of the things I love about this city. The best meal you’ll have all week might…
