Sachie Yorck

Calling all sorcerers, it’s that special time of year again. The leaves are falling, the air is crisp and a favorite part of the Portland Region is transforming for its famous October celebration, Spirit of Halloweentown. More

It’s not every day that you can arrive into town by ferry. But Independence, a charming small town on the banks of the Willamette River, is not your average destination. More

Oregon is all about hidden gems, those lesser-known places that shine without the spotlight. The South Willamette Valley is chock-full of these jewels. More

Steve "Pre" Prefontaine inspired a generation of runners. Now fans can take the Tour de Pre, a guided journey through Pre's hometown with his sister, Linda. More

Who can resist an Oregon coastal adventure? It's easy to get enamored with windswept vistas, to be astonished by otherworldly sea stacks, and to be happily satisfied by all the sea-to-fork food. Explore the splendor of Oregon’s South Coast in four fun-filled days. Highlights include jet boats, secluded beaches, fat-tire bikes, dune rides, artisan foods and a whole lot much more.  More

There are many reasons why the Cannery Pier is the perfect honeymoon destination. Every room has a spectacular view. There’s a nightly wine and cheese hour. The front desk has a solid collection of movies filmed in Astoria. You can get a schedule of passing ships. Guests can take complimentary rides to and from downtown in shiny classic cars. More

Moments in the wilderness can be really wild — biking through muddy singletrack, hiking up remote trails and eating all the dried fruit and nuts that spilled in your pack. But life in the wilderness can also be elegant, filled with lavish dinners, wine tastings, cozy B&Bs and soaks in tiled hot spring pools. More

By the time we reached Highway 101 — the famed Pacific Coast Scenic Byway — the morning sun was confidently stepping out of the clouds. What followed was a jam-packed day of incredible outdoor recreation. We pedaled giant swan boats and water tricycles. We went crabbing off the side of a bridge (or rather, we tried). We managed not to fall off our stand-up paddleboards while irresponsibly splashing each other. We kayaked down the Necanicum River and at its mouth to the ocean — no... More

Anyone who has spent time in Oregon's outdoors can attest to its inspiring moments. Creativity can hit as you gaze at rolling hills blending into a sunset; when a mighty river shakes your senses into heightened consciousness; from a mountaintop's sharp winds sprinting across the valley; or even among the deafening silence of a remote desert. More

Walking into Emerson Vineyards on a cool May afternoon, we didn’t know what to expect. The long rows of green grape vines didn’t really strike us as unusual. If anything the Monmouth estate looked ready for the summer wine season. But this wasn’t your typical wine tasting. We were here for Goat Yoga wine tasting. And that’s pretty darn unique. More