About the Author

Jen Anderson

Jen Anderson is a longtime journalist and travel writer/editor who is now Travel Oregon’s Content & Community Manager, helping to align content for visitors via social media, print and web. She’s called Oregon home for 25 years and loves finding the latest places to eat, drink and play around the state with her husband and two boys. Brewpubs, beaches and bike trails top the list.

Un Viaje a Clear Lake

June 18, 2022
Three thousand years ago, a volcanic eruption in Central Oregon pushed a giant flow of lava southwest toward the McKenzie River. The lava scorched the forest and redirected the flow of the river, creating what’s known as Clear Lake. More
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Queer-Friendly Tour of Oregon

June 13, 2022
Troy Petenbrink loves documenting his travel adventures on social media as much as anyone. But that’s not what drives his lifelong passion to visit new destinations. He truly believes in the power of travel to change the world. “If more of us traveled and saw the world, we’d be in a much better place,” says Petenbrink, an East Coast-based marketing xx who spends much of his free time traveling across the country and world under the handle @TheGayTraveler. “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and... More
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Afuri Extends Portland’s Ramen Empire

June 2, 2022
How do you make an exquisite bowl of ramen? It all starts with the broth - the water, to be more specific. Combine that with the endless innovation of local chefs (think of ramen as a blank slate for flavors and ingredients), plus the rainy-season comfort-food vibe ramen brings, and you've got a recipe for brilliance. In May 2022, Afuri Ramen & Dumpling Slabtown become the fourth location in Portland (after Afuri Beaverton, Afuri Izakaya in Southeast Portland and Afuri Ramen & Dumpling Downtown). It's... More
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8 Ways to Relive Your Oregon Trip

May 16, 2022
So you’ve just gotten home from your trip — maybe it was a daytime excursion, a weekender or even a longer adventure — and you’re feeling the glow? We know the feeling. Here in Oregon, it’s easy to feel all dreamy for a while after immersing yourself in all that is wild about Oregon. Our wildflowers, wildlife, wild spaces and wild and scenic rivers are truly enchanting, and will keep ahold of you long after you’ve experienced it. Our vibrant communities and artisan-made products across...
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Aventuras Familiares en el Parque Nacional del Lago del Cráter

January 10, 2022
Cuando alguien ve por primera vez el azul profundo Crater Lake, le es fácil entender por qué se le considera una de las Siete Maravillas de Oregon. Resguardada por bosques coníferos y acantilados volcánicos, esta joya de la naturaleza de Oregon es la atracción principal del único parque nacional del estado. Justo aquí, hace 7 mil 700 años hizo erupción el gigantesco Monte Mazama, un volcán de 3 mil 700 metros de altura cuya explosión hizo que se colapsara, resultando en la caldera donde hoy... More
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Southern Oregon , Lakes & Reservoirs , Bicycling , Road Riding , 7 Wonders , Favorite Trips , Parks & Recreational Areas , Camping , Wilderness & Natural Areas , Family Fun , Accessible Travel , Hiking & Backpacking , Destinations , Outdoor Recreation , Attractions , Cities & Regions , Places to Stay ,

Where to Find Hawaiian-Style Food in Oregon

November 29, 2021
Oregon has always had a rich connection with the people and cultures — and, of course, food — of Hawaii. At this time, consider supporting these businesses and checking their individual websites or social media pages for Maui support efforts. Mahalo.  More
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Luxury Getaways in Southern Oregon

October 18, 2021
Luxury doesn’t have to mean five-star hotels and white-tablecloth dining. In fact, luxury can simply mean living your best life, indulging in whatever makes you happiest — whether that be world-class wine or golf, paddling the rapids of a Wild and Scenic river or taking a guided snowshoe trip through the pristine wilderness of Crater Lake. More
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Southern Oregon , Ashland , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

Latest “Oregon, Only Slightly Exaggerated” Animation Spotlights Oregon’s People and Traditions

October 15, 2021
Have you missed the cloud bunnies, leaf people, adorable frogs and other enchanting characters that have come to life in some of Oregon’s most iconic landscapes? Fun (and totally real) news: They’re back in the latest round of the playful “Oregon, Only Slightly Exaggerated” campaign, designed to welcome visitors back to some of their favorite Oregon places after a year of delayed travel plans. More
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Acampando con estilo en el centro de Oregon

October 1, 2021
Even when it's damp outside, we still want to get out there — to the forests and trails, the water’s edge, the mountains that are full of nature in all her glory. Camping is often the easiest way to immerse yourself in the elements. If only you could bring along your own comfy bed and a bit more luxury — like actual walls, heat, electricity and other conveniences. More
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Central Oregon , Bend , Camping , Trip Ideas ,

Viaje familiar: Un Oregon raro y extravagante

September 30, 2021
Sometimes when you’re road tripping with the family, the best entertainment for everyone in the car is absolutely free — and this is especially true here in Oregon. From geologic wonders to good old conspiracy fun, check out these treasures that are sure to bring out the kid in all of us. In Central Oregon, Fort Rock Basin — better known… More
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