Travel in state Oregon

The Willamette Valley in Oregon is famous for two things: scenery and its wine. And rightfully so.

Ashland is known for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, but there is far more to this Southern Oregon city than the bard and its resident deer population.

Alaska Airlines is launching two new routes from its West Coast hubs and bringing back another it tried out last summer — but full time.

Airports can be harrowing places, but a friendly face at the right moment can make a world of difference.

If you’re not from Oregon and the Willamette Valley rings a bell, chances are you may know a bit about wine.

Oregon is like dozens of vacation destinations rolled into one.

An excellent reason to visit the Bay Area of California is to visit Muir Woods National Monument. What makes Muir Woods so special and different is its acres of giant, ancient redwood trees.

Oregon’s wild spaces are a hiker’s dream.

Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 robotaxi has become the first autonomous car to pass the national DMV driving exam – unleashing a new lease on life for the physically and mentally impaired who long to travel.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kate Boardman , a 36-year-old former teacher and current content creator from Massachusetts who has lived and traveled all over the world. The following has been edited for length and clarity.

Oregon is very much a year-round destination, and each season brings with it its own special perks. Summers are undoubtedly magical, with warm temperatures that make it next to impossible for most people to stay inside. However, each season brings with it its own special charm, and while you may encounter some rain, just remember that it’s part of the Oregon experience. Here’s what you need to know about Oregon throughout the year.

Spectacular scenery, dynamic cities, and culinary adventures make it hard to run out of things to do in Oregon, but it would be fun to try. 

Long a stalwart supporter of indigenous artists and cultures, Manitobah has collaborated with Mikailah Thompson, an afro-indigenous beadwork artist and entrepreneur, for the one-of-a-kindWallowa Moccasin. Named after her tribe’s original homeland, Wallowa, or Wa’lâwa,inspiration for the modern geometric designs derives from traditionalNimîipuu beadwork and cornhusk pieces. “When I sit down and come up with a pattern, I start with what stands out to me most and add to it as I go along,” Thompson says.

Crisscrossed with an impressive web of highways and byways, Washington is a typical US state. Driving is king for those who can afford it and public transportation outside of cities is relatively meager compared to countries in Europe, Asia or South America. Many visitors elect to rent cars and partake in that most romantic of American vacations: the road trip.

Although many people think of Oregon as one big forest — or equate the Pacific Northwest with Portland, its unabashedly weirdest and biggest city — this massive state offers so much more.

Oregon is a big state with a lot of scenery, from towering forests that have stood for centuries to long stretches of windswept coastline offering head-turning views at every bend. While parts of the state – particularly cities and larger towns – are pedestrian-friendly, you’ll need a good transportation strategy to see the best of the state.

Spirit Airlines is making more changes to its route network.

New Jersey might be one of the most underrated destinations in the US. Sandwiched between New York City and Philadelphia, the Garden State is often delegated to the shadows (or as a punchline to its urban neighbors). But this state has plenty of charm—from its 130 miles of Jersey Shore beaches and sprawling natural sites (like the Pinelands biosphere reserve and the country’s largest collection of cherry blossom trees) to its historic riverside towns and sky-high mountains.

After a volatile few years for airfare, prices this summer should be a bit more predictable thanks to stabilizing supply and demand, experts say.

Summer holidays are right around the corner, and for travelers hoping to book a vacation home, the time to start planning is now.

The results are in from the 2024 London Spirits Competition and there are some serious surprises in the mix. As one of Europe’s most prestigious tasting events, the annual judging brings together 40 esteemed palates from throughout all walks of the booze industry. What they ordain as the best of the best—across a total of 29 different categories—can provide a massive boost to brands, especially upstart craft purveyors.