About the Author

Andrew Collins

Andrew Collins divides his time between Oregon and Mexico City and writes for a variety of outlets, including Fodor's Travel Guides and his own website, AndrewsTraveling.com. He's the editor of several magazines and guidebooks, the author of Ultimate Road Trips USA & Canada, and a teacher of writing classes for Gotham Writers Workshop. Andrew spends his free time road-tripping, hiking, kayaking, and winery- and brewery-hopping around the state with his partner, Fernando Nocedal.

Eat Like a Local in Eastern Oregon

December 1, 2025
As you visit the rugged, breathtaking landscapes of Oregon’s eastern region, a pattern emerges among its easygoing ranching towns and serene mountain hamlets. When it comes to dining, community and affordability rule the day. Here you’ll find many independently owned restaurants and cafes serving up both tasty sustenance and warm conversation among the locals and visitors who have sometimes traveled many miles across this sparsely populated region. Lots of establishments in these parts are family-owned, and quite a few occupy vintage buildings with storied histories.... More
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Eastern Oregon , Restaurants , Eat & Drink ,

Instagram-Worthy Oregon Spots Away From Crowds

June 26, 2025
Beyond the popular spots, Oregon abounds with spectacular vistas and enchanting trails that typically have only a fraction of the foot traffic. Capturing the perfect shot here not only creates memories of your trip, it makes your images stand out from the pack. More
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Central Oregon , Sisters , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Attractions ,

Celebrate Pride Year-Round in Oregon

May 20, 2025
More than two dozen Oregon communities organize Pride events throughout the year; these typically smaller gatherings can be a great way to experience a destination in a new light and bond with like-minded folks on with a close-knit feel. Visiting during these spirited annual events provides a wonderful opportunity to express your solidarity with the queer community, meet new friends and enjoy a wide range of inclusive entertainment, from live music to drag shows. Here are some of the top ways to celebrate Pride in... More
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LGBTQ+ ,

Out in the Willamette Valley With Winemaker Remy Drabkin

August 30, 2023
Here’s how to visit Remy Wines and participate in some of the many initiatives supporting queer winemakers and their allies. More
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Fairs & Festivals , Wine & Wineries , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink , Events ,

Where to See Fabulous Drag Shows in Oregon

June 7, 2023
Hilariously funny, riotously colorful and deliciously campy, drag shows offer a vital window into the history of LGBTQ+ culture. They’re joyful and inclusive, expressive and creative, offering inspiration for new generations of queer people and those who love them. Throughout Oregon, talented performers take the stage regularly at venues in larger cities and plenty of smaller towns. More
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Culture & History ,

LGBTQ+ Winter Adventures in Central Oregon

February 24, 2023
With their spirited embrace of the outdoors, appealing four-season climate, acclaimed craft beer and artisan food scene and friendly vibe, Bend and other parts of Central Oregon have emerged into one of the West's most exciting LGBTQ+ destinations. They’re especially popular among fans of snow sports, biking, rock climbing, hiking and the outdoors. More
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Central Oregon , Bend , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

3 Days of Adventure Along the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor

August 5, 2022
One of coastal Oregon’s iconic drives, the 28-mile journey along U.S. 101 from Gold Beach to Brookings in the southwestern corner of the state climbs over breathtaking conifer-shaded headlands and alongside rugged, undeveloped beaches and rocky offshore islands and sea stacks. More
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Oregon Coast , Kayaking , Oregon Food Trails , Favorite Trips , Scenic Drives , Hiking & Backpacking , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Eat & Drink , Places to Stay , Guides & Tours ,

Explore Central Oregon’s Mural Trail

July 21, 2022
In 2021 Visit Central Oregon approached these talented local artists about developing a series of vibrant murals inspired by the retro-fun "Greetings From…" postcards, which were a huge hit with vacationers in the mid-20th century. They jumped at the opportunity. "We are so honored to be creating the mural trail throughout our beloved Central Oregon,” says Eland. For visitors, enjoying the artwork at each mural site is the perfect way to get inspired by the diverse culinary offerings, cultural diversions and outdoor experiences each community... More
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Central Oregon , Redmond , Trip Ideas ,

4 Almost-Secret Bars in Eastern Oregon

September 8, 2020
If your idea of an easy road trip is taking a scenic, slow-paced drive through one of Oregon’s most vast and blissfully uncrowded landscapes, you’re in luck. Eastern Oregon’s most off-the-beaten-path towns are eager to see you — and serve you — with their juiciest prime rib and burgers, ice-cold ales, tasty snacks and fresh takeout fare perfect for a picnic at a nearby park, lake or trail. More
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Eastern Oregon , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

How to Explore the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument

May 22, 2020
As you wander through its oak savannas, juniper-dotted slopes, undulating wildflower meadows and stands of old-growth conifers, it's easy to detect the incredible biodiversity of Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. More
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Southern Oregon , Ashland , Wilderness & Natural Areas , Destinations ,