Another Reason to Vacation in the Northwest this Summer

This summer, buying an airline ticket will be no holiday. The cost of flying is going up, up, up. Higher fuel costs are driving base fares higher, but that’s not the only place you’ll feel the squeeze. Carrying your small dog on the plane with you? It could cost you $100 each way. Is your […]

Overnight on the Sunny Columbia River Gorge

It’s May. It’s time to get some sun! But after all that sunny hiking, one needs a place to sleep. Terry Richard with the Oregonian recently blogged about Columbia Gorge campgrounds with a good chance of sunshine. If camping isn’t your thing, but is in your price range, opt for the Columbia River Gorge Hostel […]