About the Author

Kerry Newberry

Kerry Newberry is a Portland-based writer who covers food, wine, farms and travel for a variety of publications. Her work has appeared in Forbes, Fodor’s Travel, Edible Portland, Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) and more.

Guided Stargazing Adventures in the Willamette Valley

August 26, 2025
The electric-red jet boat basks in the sunshine on the banks of the Willamette River in Newberg, beckoning us from the docks for an adventure. After boarding the custom-built boat for one-of-a-kind river cruises, Captain Scott Heesacker of NW Jet Boat Charter outlines the evening ahead and introduces us to Roger Pence, the astronomer on board who will navigate the night sky once we arrive at a remote beach about 20 miles upstream. More
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Embrace Every Season at Hawks View Winery

July 25, 2024
Located about 30 minutes southwest of Portland near the city of Sherwood, you’ll find a stunning 50-acre estate with cascading rows of hillside vineyards, elegant groves of evergreens and the perfect perch to catch sunsets in any season from a rooftop terrace. More
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Guía de las Mejores Experencias Artísiticas y Culturales de Portland

June 20, 2024
Planifique su viaje para aprovechar lo más que pueda de estas experiencias musicales, teatrales y artísticas y pronto comprenderá la alegría de la esencia creativa de Portland. More
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Ultimate Guide to Portland Art and Culture Experiences

May 28, 2024
Here are some top spots for window shopping, stocking up and everything in between. More
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3 Days of Riverside Luxury at Astoria’s Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa

April 15, 2024
The artsy town of Astoria in the northwest corner of Oregon has always been a harmonious mix of old and new — a sentiment that also rings true for the town’s iconic Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa, the only luxury retreat in the area. Since opening in 2005, the hotel has captivated travelers with its enchanting views of the Astoria-Megler Bridge and Columbia River, and heritage design that pays tribute to Astoria's maritime history. More
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Take A Guided Walk Through Portland’s Dynamic Food Scene

March 11, 2024
When Sherri Brown sidles out of JinJu Patisserie with a tray of tiny cakes that look like elegant jewels, the group responds with a chorus of oohs and aahs. “I always make a bold claim that what we’re going to have here will be the most beautiful thing you’ll eat on your trip to Portland,” says Brown, who founded Portland by Mouth food tours in 2018. More
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Enjoy Art with Your Pinot at These Oregon Wineries

December 11, 2023
Wineries often have patios and lawns for sunny days, but visiting when the weather is cooler can be just as wonderful, especially when you’re surrounded by art as you sip and stroll through a cozy tasting room. Check out some of these special places in the Willamette Valley where you can ponder paintings, sculpture and woodwork created by local artists — sometimes even the winery owners themselves. More
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Cheers to Oregon Bubbles

December 6, 2023
Here’s how to enjoy the state’s sparkling wines and experiences, from an underground cellar tour to a bubbly tasting trail. More

Descubre Oregon con Lisa Gilbertson y Wine de Roads

August 1, 2023
Lisa Gilbertson loves guiding visitors around some of the most scenic roads in the state. Here are some of the reasons she loves cycling in the Willamette Valley. More
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Travel Oregon with Lisa Gilbertson and Wine de Roads

July 18, 2023
Lisa Gilbertson loves guiding visitors around some of the most scenic roads in the state. Here are some of the reasons she loves cycling in the Willamette Valley. More
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