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Recession-Friendly Spring Break

Kick back close to home.

05/19/2009 By Kaitlin Johnson and Isaac Darnall

Beyond the Bridges

Town of Plenty

Corvallis isn’t all dive bars and Beavers anymore.

05/19/2009 By Jill Davis

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Vintage Charms

Forget Napa. Oenophiles are abuzz over Walla Walla, where wine is poured without a hint of hauteur.

05/19/2009 By Stacey Wilson

Beyond the Bridges

Paradise Found

The Hawaiian island of Kauai offers an escape that’s equal parts adventure and peace.

05/19/2009 By Claire Martin

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Gold Rush

The only way you’ll ever beat an Olympic athlete? Head to Whistler, British Columbia before the 2010 Winter Olympics

05/19/2009 With Brian Barker

Jaws

Beach Bums

Salmon sharks may be swimming closer to shore. (But don't be afraid to go in the water.)

05/19/2009 With Brian Barker

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Day Trips to Wine Country

The Northern Willamette Valley’s top-notch wineries are less than an hour away.

05/19/2009 By Camas Davis and Condé Cox

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Get Out of Town!

Find fruit farmers, vintners, and brewmasters in the Hood River Valley.

05/19/2009

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Behold, an Oasis

Three eco-adventures through a slough, a wetland, and a meandering river expose the city’s wild side.

05/19/2009 By Jill Davis

Beyond the Bridges

Alpine Penthouse

In winter, a Mount Hood fire tower becomes a cozy (and affordable) vacation cabin.

05/19/2009 With Brian Barker

Get Out

Choose Your Own Adventure

There’s nothing worse than wasting sun-filled days behind the wheel.

05/19/2009 By Martha Calhoon, Stacey Wilson, Camas Davis, and Christopher Van Tilburg Edited by Kasey Cordell With Brian Barker

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The Hidden Coast

Escape the crowds and capture your very own piece of the Pacific at these 34 secret spots.

05/19/2009 By Tom Colligan

Beyond the Bridges

Great Weekend Getaways Near Portland

1 tank of gas. 14 Destinations. From Crater Lake to Whidbey Island, fossil beds to quiet beach towns, here are 48-hour trips made (really) easy.

05/19/2009 By Anna Hirsh and Leslie Heilbrunn

Pinkies Up!

The Insider's Guide to Oregon Wine Country

Whether you're a casual taster of a connoisseur, we've got the essential stops in wine country.

05/19/2009 With Stacey Wilson and Megan Callow By Camas Davis and Condé Cox

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High-Tech Hunt

The sport of geocaching puts space-age technology in the palm of your hand and transforms a simple hike into a quest for treasure.

05/19/2009 By Christopher Van Tilburg

THE HIT LIST

Sweet Spot

Why is this dog smiling? Because she knows she lives in an urban dog-park paradise.

05/19/2009 By Stacey Wilson

Beyond the Bridges

Snow Bound

Five lodges where you can embrace the wintry weather (or avoid it altogether).

05/19/2009 By Stacey Wilson

THE HIT LIST

Nature Calls

Take a cool dip in the great outdoors (and show the dog days of summer who’s boss).

05/19/2009 By Stacey Wilson

Beyond the Bridges

Gold Standard

Jacksonville is one town we’re happy is stuck in the past.

05/19/2009 By Stacey Wilson

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Slide Show: Behold, an Oasis

05/19/2009