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        First-Timer’s Guide to Steens Mountain
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        Cowboy and cowgirl ride through grassland at Wilson Ranches Retreat.
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        Glamping and Treehouses
        Yellow couches in the lounge of Hotel Lucia bring warmth to the room.
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        Girl in red coat looks at snowy entrance to The Village at Sunriver in Central Oregon.
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Margot Bigg

Margot Bigg grew up in Portland and England, and after many years living in France and India, she once again calls the City of Roses home. When not traveling and writing, Margot enjoys learning languages, reading, and planning her next adventures.

Guía Básica Para la Cata de Vinos en Oregon

August 1, 2023
Ayudamos demistificar el proceso de la cata de vinos en los históricos viñedos de Oregon para otros principiantes. More
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Eco-Friendly Lodging in Oregon

July 20, 2023
With an extensive network of electric vehicle fast-charging stations along the Oregon Electric Byways and many eco-friendly wineries, breweries and restaurants, Oregon is a great place for a sustainable vacation. Green hotels, with features ranging from energy-efficient construction to rigorous waste management, are no exception. You can enjoy forest retreats built from salvaged wood or inns welcoming car-free travelers. Here are a few of Oregon’s many eco-friendly places to stay. More
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Take a Wellness Retreat on the Oregon Coast

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July 10, 2023
Spread out over 250 wooded acres on the Central Oregon Coast, Salishan Coastal Lodge by SCP Hotels is the ideal setting to spend time with friends, especially if you want to strengthen your connections while nourishing your mind, body and spirit. More
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Oregon Wine Tasting 101

June 7, 2023
Oregon is best known for its pinot noir, but there are actually over 80 varieties grown in the state, including chardonnay, riesling, syrah and cabernet. Part of the fun of wine tasting is that you can get the chance to try a range of wines and see what suits your palate. Here's how to start. More
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3 Perfect Days in Tualatin Valley Wine Country

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April 24, 2023
You don’t need to stray far from Portland to get a taste of Oregon’s wine country: Simply head west to Tualatin Valley, where you’ll find rolling hills dotted with exquisite wineries, beautiful farms and woodlands, and plenty of restaurants and gastropubs where you can indulge in tasty Northwest fare. More
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2 Days of Wellness on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

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February 27, 2023
With easy access to miles of coastal hiking trails, totally undeveloped beaches and windswept dunes, Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston has long been a hit with adventurous travelers. More
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Breitenbush Hot Springs’ Renaissance

November 22, 2022
In the northern reaches of the Willamette National Forest, Breitenbush Hot Springs has attracted visitors for generations with its wellness retreats and mineral-rich geothermal springs. All of this came to an abrupt halt in September of 2020, when one of the most destructive wildfires in Oregon’s state history, the Lionshead Fire, destroyed much of the retreat. With a lot of hard work and community support, however, Breitenbush is reemerging — with a few exciting changes. More
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Relax, Unwind and Rejuvenate in Redmond

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November 9, 2022
Delicious food, wellness, social good and sustainability come together at Central Oregon’s SCP Redmond Hotel, a one-of-a-kind property in the heart of Redmond’s historic downtown. More
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Get Inspired by These Made-in-Oregon Medals

July 5, 2022
As part of their efforts to create an Oregon keepsake for top finishers, Oregon22 organizers worked with Oregon companies, ensuring that the entire process — from inception to manufacture — took place right here in Oregon. More
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All the New Things at PDX Airport

December 14, 2021
f you’ve been to Portland International Airport (PDX) in the past few years, you may have noticed large temporary walls encasing what once was Concourse A. If you looked up, you probably saw at least a few giant sticky note signs high on the walls that read "We're under construction" and "The ceiling’s gone,” playful reminders the airport was in the midst of a two-phase, $2 billion renovation led by ZGF Architects. The goal? Make the airport bigger, prettier, more sustainable and more resistant to... More
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