DEALS

Two Ugly Sweater Day Hotel Deals

Two local hotel deals honoring the timeless holiday tradition of National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day.

12/20/2013 By Alexandria Bordas

GETAWAYS

A North Coast Winter Weekend

Oregon's northernmost shores aren't only for summer kite-flying! We've got the scoop on what to do, eat, and see in Astoria this season.

12/20/2013 By Allison Jones

BEST OF 2013

Take a Hike! 2013's Top 12 Trails

Oregon is chock full of epic hiking destinations and scenic vistas to explore—and we’ve rounded up our favorites.

12/19/2013 By Brian Barker

IN FLIGHT

Airline Gets Into Holiday Spirit

Calgary-based WestJet puts all other airlines to shame with its Santa surprise

12/17/2013 By Alexandria Bordas

NEWS

Long Beach's Adrift Hotel Goes Green

One of the Washington coast's hippest hotels is getting a sustainable makeover

12/17/2013 By Caitlin Feldman

NEWS

A Peek at PDX Airport’s New Carpet

We reveal the new carpet design to replace the Portland International Airport's 25-year-old rug next year

12/12/2013 By Cari Johnson

FUN

The 15 Worst Stock Travel Photos of All Time

A slide show of the 15 most inept, weirdest, or creepiest stock travel photos we could find.

12/04/2013 By Marty Patail

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Slide Show: The Worst Travel Stock Photos of All Time

12/04/2013

NEWS

Music Video Filmed at 185 Oregon State Parks

The Weather Machine's releases video for “Back O’er Oregon”—gloriously filmed at 185 of our state parks

12/03/2013 By Caitlin Feldman

IN FLIGHT

Spirit Airlines: Highway to Hell?

Highlights from the budget airline's Yelp reviews

12/02/2013 By Marty Patail

BOOK

New Book Captures the Northwest's Splendor

A Eugene photographer reveals Washington's multifaceted beauty

12/02/2013 By Alexandria Bordas

TRAIL OF THE MONTH

Inspiration Loop Trail

Venture through some of Oregon’s newest designated wilderness on Mount Hood’s remote northern flanks on cross-country skis or snowshoes.

12/02/2013 By Brian Barker

SPORTS

Dog Stars of the Eagle Cap Extreme

Oregon's answer to the Iditarod drives two- and four-legged racers to the snow-capped Wallowa Mountains for 4 unforgettable days each January.

12/02/2013 By Rachel Ritchie Photography by Sol Neelman

PROFILE

Q&A with Chris Santella, Bucket List Maker

The Portland author of "50 Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die" talks about his new book, traveling, and flyfishing.

11/18/2013 By Alexandria Bordas

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Slide Show: Eagle Cap Extreme's Dog Stars

11/15/2013

TIPS

A City Slicker's Guide to Hunting

Hunting can be an intimidating sport. We offer a beginner's guide to bringing out your inner predator.

11/15/2013 By Haley Martin

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Slide Show: Inspiration Loop Trail

11/14/2013

READ

New Guide to the North Cascades Highway

A poet reveals the geological beauty of one of Washington's most scenic drives

11/07/2013 By Alexandria Bordas

GEAR UP

Backpacks for Dogs (Yup!)

Local outdoors company Bravery Loyalty Goods launches a Kickstarter campaign to turn your pooch into a Sherpa pack animal.

11/04/2013 By Haley Martin

GET OUT

Tracking Oregon's Most Beautiful Foliage Hotspots

As we near the end of fall, check out these seasonal wonders while they last—or provide your own tips by calling the Fall Foliage Hotline

11/04/2013 By Cari Johnson