McStevens Chocolate Factory
There is a secret little stop any chocoholic may want to make next time you are in Vancouver. McStevens Hot Chocolate is based in Vancouver, WA and has a gift shop open to the pubic at their factory just off I-205. Try a sample from their free hot chocolate station,… Read More
Olympia – the State Capitol
So many times, we forget to be a tourist in our own backyard. I felt that way when I kept driving past the Washington State capitol – just in view of I-5 as you drive through Olympia. It is just a short distance to the Capitol buildings and well worth… Read More
Oceanside, Oregon
This quiet little coastal town in the central coast of Oregon near Tillamook has beautiful little beach homes clinging to the side of the hill, stunning rock formations to explore, a quiet, sandy beach with occasional colored rocks or sand dollars to discover. Home to just a couple of restaurants,… Read More
10 Quirky Photo-Op Locations in Washington State
A great road trip in Washington can turn up some unusual photo ops! The road trip is a one of life’s great pleasures… Turning on the tunes, driving curving back roads with surprise vistas along the way. Washington is full of great road trips, from coastal highways, soaring mountain passes,… Read More
Vancouver’s New Waterfront
Downtown Vancouver, WA is undergoing a renaissance with a new waterfront taking advantage of it’s glorious spot along the Columbia River. Phase one is near completion and is open – bringing new restaurants, new vantage points, and a new park for all to enjoy.
Top 10 Spots for Selfies in Downtown Vancouver, WA
Vancouver Washington has upped the bar by adding many great public art works and art murals in the downtown area. Take a walking tour and a take a photo in front of one of the many cool murals.