Oregon Travel Guide

Thornton couldn't have chosen a more accurate description of the grand state of Oregon when he claimed “She flies with her own wings.” While Thornton was referring to the state's independence from Britain, the quote also suites the culture and attitude that makes Oregon special today. Oregon rises dramatically from the Pacific ocean to create a scenic mountainous coastline, dipping low into the Willamette Valley, only to rise once more as the Cascade Mountain Range covers a large portion of the state. This climactic scenery invites travelers from all over the country and welcomes them into a host of cozy lodgings that range from co-operative housing to homey Bed and Breakfasts to super splurge hotels in town. Business travelers will most likely find success in the Portland-metro area. Here cultural museums and historic streets wind through the city as the lofty Mount Hood lurks in the background. The progressive city is compact and user-friendly making it ideal for bicyclists and walking to work. Accommodations in and around the city consist of mid-range Brand name hotels to High Class resorts and spas.

A vast majority of Oregon is highly attractive to leisurely tourists and romantic couples hoping to get away from the hustle and bustle of big city living. That goal is easily achieved in any one of the many coastal towns like Astoria, Bend, Pacific City and Newport. All are small enough to feel remote, yet close enough to home to welcome tired feet in for the night. Most of these amazing little towns offer fantastic rates at Bed and Breakfasts sprinkled along the coast. Bend lies along the Deschutes River winding it's way through the mountains and tempting tourists onto its trails, rapids and golf courses. Ski resorts, business suites and rental condos prevail in Bend as the primary accommodations for travelers in the range of the Cascades.

Oregon is filled with cultural attractions such as Crater Lake in the South and Ashland with its small-town theater and fine arts. Along the eastern border of the state lies Old Western history, backpack along breathtaking mountain ranges, horseback along old cowboy trails or sleep under the stars, wherever Oregon takes travelers, they are guaranteed a fantastic vacation.  Mount Hood, one of the state's most popular attractions offers visitors a chance to climb the illustrious mountain or ski its death-defying slopes. The Mount Hood region has a slew of riverside towns which offers, among many other accommodations, the famous WPA-era Timberline Lodge. At the end of a long journey, the Willamette Valley is an attractive alternative due to its rich wineries and tasty farmers markets. Willamette Valley hosts Mountain and Farm Resorts, Bed and Breakfasts, and brand name hotels and motels. Wherever Oregon's trails may lead, the coast, inland mountains and southern charm entice travelers to experience what no other state has to offer.

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