Lakewood, the second largest city in Pierce County, Wash., offers myriad recreational opportunities for residents and tourists. The city boasts five lakes offering water skiing, rowing, and fishing, four golf courses, Fort Steilacoom Park, historic Lakewold Gardens, Thornewood Castle and Grand Prix Raceway. The city also is the gateway to: Chambers Bay Golf Course, selected […]
Eugene, Ore. – After ten years in the making, a grand opening celebration of the new WJ Skatepark + Urban Plaza is set for Saturday, June 21 at Washington Jefferson Park in Eugene, Oregon. The WJ Skate park is the largest covered and lighted public skate park in the U.S., spanning 23,000 square feet. It […]
The Bavarian-inspired Hofsas House Hotel in Carmel Beach offers a “tail wagging package” to its dog loving visitors. A complementary doggie welcome package includes: • Hofsas House Dog Frisbee • Hofsas House collapsible dog bowl for your travels • Special Dog Bed for their stay • Letter from our onsite Pet Concierge • Special dog […]
Whether you’re heading out for a mid-week escape or a weekend re-charge, the charming village of Wheeler, Oregon is a delightful destination for a quick getaway. Wheeler is tiny (pop. 414). It’s an easy 1 1/2 hour drive from Portland and sits at the edge of the Pacific Ocean on Nehalem Bay. In the early […]
Newport, Oregon—The Oregon Coast Aquarium was honored by Lincoln County residents this spring when they named the attraction the “Best Family Entertainment” in the Newport News Times Readers’ Choice Awards. Hundreds of locals cast their votes on a wide array of topics. According to News Times staff, the annual survey is organized by the News […]
By Leslee Jaquette Wearing dark shades, my grown son and my middle-aged cousin crouch amongst acres of red tulips in the spring sunshine. Looking more like Mafia thugs than Anne Geddes babies (tots photographed in flower costumes), the guys oblige me with a big smile for the camera. Photographing my rugged menfolk amidst a sea […]
What is a recreation vehicle (RV)? An RV is a vehicle that combines transportation and temporary living quarters for travel, recreation and camping. Two main categories of RVs are motorhomes (motorized) and towables (towed behind the family car, van or pickup). Type A motorhomes are generally the largest; Type B motorhomes or van campers are […]
Seattle, WA – Clipper Vacations suggests that now is an ideal time to get away for a relaxing few days in Victoria. “We have teamed up with several 4+ Star hotels, including the Hotel Grand Pacific, to offer unbeatable prices on an all-inclusive package. With package prices from only $138-142 pp/dbl, travelers are paying a […]
Port of Bremerton Offers Marinas and Maritime History From the Combat Information Center of the 418-foot USS Turner Joy, eerie red lights emanate from screens and instruments. Just like in the movies, the combat systems on the former Vietnam-era destroyer radiate in an otherwise completely blacked-out room. Jim Porter, director of the Bremerton Historic Ships […]
By Casey Bond Cooling temperatures and falling leaves reminds us it’s time to make winter travel plans. Whether you’re going to spend time with family for the holidays or simply enjoy some well-deserved time off from work, one of the best times to vacation is during the winter months — and there are plenty of […]
