Long Story Short

At 80, Photographer Sergio Ortiz Is Still Seeking Wonder

The tour guide, raised in the South Bronx and an Oregonian since 1979, remains in awe.

02/17/2026 By Rebecca Jacobson Photography by Michael Novak

Oregon Is for Lovers

Our Favorite Romantic Getaways in Oregon

In-room soaking tubs? Sprawling ranch? Luxurious coastal spa? Take your pick.

Bucket List

The plane tickets to nab, the ultra-cute inns to book, and the meals to reserve around the country and beyond.

Oregon Trails

Hopeful homesteaders, gold mining boomtowns, and resorts that slid into the sea.

10/15/2025 By Rebecca Jacobson Illustrations by Jordan Kay

Openings

Luxury tents, saunas, ocean views, and an attic library.

Real Estate

A one-acre retreat in the "Gateway to the Gorge" for $495K.

Real Estate

The custom Washougal home celebrates California modernism while adding nine-foot ceilings, an in-house sauna, and sunset views all year round.

Summer Weekends

Follow hikes and swims with skin-contact viognier and stone fruit.

Transit Trip

Go glamping by bus, or bring your own tent for a car-free getaway.

Cascade Catalog

Forget what TLC said. Let's go chasing.

Rest Your Head

Historic hotels, micro-cabins with private soaking tubs, and triple-stack bunk rooms await in Portland's backyard.

Real Estate

This Gorge property has six curated guest suites, a bar/lounge, and owner's quarters. Could this be your next life?