About the Author

Celeste Brash

After 15 years in French Polynesia, Celeste Brash now lives in Portland. She’s contributed to over 60 Lonely Planet books and countless articles in outlets such as Islands Magazine, National Geographic’s Intelligent Travel and BBC Travel.

Cool Cabins for Cozy Getaways

November 28, 2018
Oregon is cabin country. Mix our Wild West heritage with the abundance of evergreen trees and open spaces and you have a perfect union. Hike or cross-country ski into remote outposts, stay in breezy lakeside beauties that blend into the woods or cuddle up by the fire while watching the surf roll in at the Oregon Coast. More
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Top Things to Do in Oregon This Spring

February 28, 2018
The things you can do in spring are as diverse as the refreshing but unpredictable weather: wildflower hikes, vibrant festivals, Scenic Bikeways, wine tasting, snowboarding, waterfalls, whale-watching and more. Expect to be dazzled as the Beaver State bursts with colors. More
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Top Things to Do in Oregon This Fall

September 21, 2017
Many Oregonians cite fall as their favorite season, and it’s easy to understand why. More
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Eclipse Trips: Eastern Oregon

March 1, 2017
The tiny town of Mitchell has only a handful of eateries and accommodations, but it sits on the path of totality 12 miles from one of Eastern Oregon’s most spectacular sights: the Painted Hills. The sandy mounds’ deep red to ochre striations turn even deeper at sunrise and sunset, so they’re sure to make one of the most scenic backdrops for the eclipse. It’s a popular spot to explore by bike on the Painted Hills Scenic Bikeway. However you go, practice “Leave No Trace” ethics... More
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Eclipse Trips: Central Oregon

Starting from the north, the Warm Springs Indian Reservation is a popular getaway for Oregonians thanks to its Native American culture and fine weather. For a treat, tune in to KWSO 91.9 to learn about the community, hear a few words of the local Ichishkiin, Kiksht and Numu languages, and much more. Just down the hill from Warm Springs, high-desert Madras greets visitors with practical services surrounded by river gorges, world-class fly-fishing and outdoor adventures galore. In the town itself, you’ll find an aircraft museum,... More
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Eclipse Trips: Willamette Valley

This easy-access portion of the path of totality straddles I-5 from the capital city of Salem to riverside Albany. While this is the densest urban area in Oregon to see the eclipse, it’s also a great base for visiting some of the state’s highlights, from wine country to the fantastically lush Silver Falls State Park. More
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Eclipse Trips: Oregon Coast

Those wanting to catch the eclipse at its first landfall will head to Lincoln City, Newport and points between. There’s no shortage of sandy beaches and forested vistas here, all perfect for sky gazing. And while it can’t be guaranteed, chances are high for good eclipse viewing conditions since cloud cover tends to be partial to zero in August. More
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A Road Trip Back in Time

January 17, 2017
It's the perfect time to pack up the family and head to the John Day Fossil Beds in Eastern Oregon. More
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