Margot Bigg

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

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

The first time I went wine tasting, I could have used some guidance about the mysteries of the experience, from the art of swirling to techniques for maximizing the sensory experience in every sip. Many years and tastings later, I can help demystify the process of wine-tasting in Oregon’s storied vineyards for other newbies. Here are a few of my top tips for those new to wine tasting, along with itineraries highlighting the best of the state’s diverse wine regions. More

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

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

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

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

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

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

If you’re looking to explore Oregon’s winter wonderland beyond Mt. Hood this season, you’ll find that Central, Southern and Eastern Oregon get some of the heaviest snowfall in the state. After a long day on the mountain skiing, snowboarding, sledding or tubing you’ll probably have worked up an appetite for some hearty food and drinks — preferably served up by a roaring fire. Here are some of the coziest spots to kick back, from casual breweries with outdoor fire pits to old-timey bars and restaurants... More