Pacific Northwest

Getaways, hikes, hotels and wine country around Portland and the Pacific Northwest.

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Go Off-the-Grid and Get Centered At Breitenbush

Go Off-the-Grid and Get Centered At Breitenbush

River carries life with spawning salmon Trees dappled with autumn golds Spirits soak under canopy of branches Water nurtures and mends Silverware clinks with satisfaction Cell…

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Rooftop deck

Downtown at the Duniway

With my BFF in town, I wanted to book a fun hotel downtown where we could stay close to everything and have some nice perks. I have stayed at the Hilton Downtown Portland before…

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1950's Retro RV

Time Travel at The Vintages Trailer Resort

The Vintages were a bucket list place to stay after driving by on a girls' wine tasting weekend. I'm a fan of glamping and thought it would be the perfect place to stay while…

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Glamping Girls Weekend at Pampered Wilderness

Glamping Girls Weekend at Pampered Wilderness

Pampered Wilderness is located in Millersvania State Park. They have six cabins to choose from - the one we stayed in was called the Country Cabin with two full-size beds. When…

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Picnic in the clouds above Portland

Views of Portland at Pittock Mansion

The road is windy and narrow as we drive up the hill to meet the treetops. Greenery and fresh air meet you us as we slow down and open the sunroof. Smiles start to form as we turn…

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