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Our blog shares Faces of the Northwest, interviews with creative Northwest business owners, Northwest Moments, and photos of some of our favorite places in the Northwest.

Methow Valley Trails: Winter Fun

Methow Valley Trails: Winter Fun

Do you like to get out in the snow to play but want something other than downhill skiing? Near Winthrop, WA in the North Cascades, is a trail system that includes over 120 miles of cross-country ski trails, and trails for Nordic skiing, snow shoeing, fat bike riding. The trails… Read More

Nonavo Pizza

Nonavo Pizza

It was time for some holiday shopping, so I headed to downtown Vancouver. I had already made several stops along the way and it was hitting just before noon. I got off SR14 and took the exit for downtown, which places you right on the edge of downtown. And voila,… Read More

Old School Coffee

Old School Coffee

Feeling a bit nostalgic? This is my style of school.  This subtly themed coffee shop is up-scale old school – no cursive handwriting borders framing the walls, but rather long wooden tables with old-school chairs. The school theme is appropriate as the coffee shop is located on the corner of… Read More

A Little History with Your Holiday

A Little History with Your Holiday

The Pacific Northwest has a surprising number of historic homes, considering our short history.  With most homes built around the 1880s – 1920s, these historic homes look especially lovely when decorated for the holidays.  Many offer special tours and holiday events to help you take a step back to a… Read More

Celebrate the 2019 Holiday Season with a Sleigh Ride!

Celebrate the 2019 Holiday Season with a Sleigh Ride!

While we can’t always guarantee snow in December throughout the Pacific Northwest, those with snow can enjoy an honest-to-goodness sleigh ride, while the milder climates enjoy their own version with horse-drawn wagons, carriages, and trolleys. Grab a lap blanket, a mug of hot cocoa and enjoy a special holiday treat.The… Read More

Magical Festival of Tree Celebrations Around Oregon

Northwesterners love wandering through the trees all year round, but during the holiday season, it can be especially magical. The holiday season is filled with many light-filled tree festivals where you can delight in the beauty of decorated Christmas trees. Several Festival of the Tree celebrations are free and open… Read More