Every February, savvy travelers look to the Emerald City where big savings can stack up for arts and culture lovers of all ages with Seattle Museum Month Feb. 1-29. Travelers who stay at any one of nearly 60 participating downtown Seattle hotels receive 50 percent off admission prices to more than 40 museums and cultural […]
Photos and Story by Greg Johnson, travel writer Bob’s Red Mill produces thousands of organic, whole grain products at its Milwaukie, Oregon manufacturing and distribution plants. Bob’s Red Mill is a leader in health foods throughout the United States. They utilize “Old World” technology stone grinding mills to grind its grains at a slow speed […]
The South Willamette Valley Food Trail gives locals and visitors an opportunity to experience world-class wines, wild fields and foods and family friendly farms Explore over 50 destinations offering unique culinary and agritourism experiences in the South Willamette Valley! All the stops along the South Willamette Valley Food Trail are committed to thoughtful and sustainable practices. Here […]
The Portland Aerial Tram cabins travel 3,300 linear feet from South Waterfront to Marquam Hill. Traveling at 22 miles per hour, the Tram cabins rise 500 feet during the four-minute trip. Each of the two cabins have a capacity of 79 people, including the operator. The Tram operates load-n-go. If you miss one, expect another […]
Maryhill Winery Tasting Room & Bistro is expanding into the restaurant business, with a new name, new brand and upcoming location in the Seattle market. Previously known as Maryhill Winery, the award-winning business based in the scenic Columbia River Gorge is now showcasing regionally inspired food along with its approachable, high-quality wines at its locations in Goldendale, Spokane, Vancouver […]
The 33rd annual Holiday Lights at Shore Acres in Coos Bay will light up the coast every night from 4-9:30 p.m. every night through New Year’s Eve. More than 325,000 lights featuring whales, puffins, jellyfish, butterflies, sea lions and other wildlife are on display. The “community tradition” is sponsored by Friends of Shore Acres, Inc. […]
The Space Needle, one of the world’s most recognizable landmarks, is undergoing a 360-degree “spacelift” and the majority of renovations are now open to the public. Century Project, the tower’s privately funded, $100 million renovation, has elevated the visitor experience by dramatically enhancing the view with more than 176 tons of glass. The Space Needle’s […]
Café Juanita in Kirkland was recently added to the Washington list of distinguished AAA Four Diamond Award winners for this year. Café Juanita joins only eight other Washington restaurants on the AAA Four Diamond list. Washington also has one AAA Five Diamond Award winner, which is the Herbfarm in Woodinville, which has been on the […]
Crystal Mountain’s Avalanche Rescue Dog Program has been active for nearly 30 years. Since its start, the professional ski patrollers at Crystal have trained search dogs as an additional resource during an avalanche response. The dogs are trained to find human scent coming from underneath the snow. Primary training and work occur at Crystal Mountain, […]
White Oak Alpacas enjoys educating people about these amazing animals, focusing on sustainable agriculture, fiber and healthy alpacas. It is a family owned/operated ranch in north Clark County of Washington dedicated to tender loving care while breeding for best temperament, health and color in American alpacas as growing investments. Visitors can also admire a 300-year-old […]
