I've always loved secret gardens. There's something so delicious about entering an enchanting pocket of beauty and imagining gnomes and fairies as its caretakers. Though Ohme... — Updated 6/23/2022

If you stop and consider the outdoor recreation opportunities that exist around the area, it's an impressive list. You can walk, run, cycle and rollerblade along dedicated trails;... — Updated 5/18/2022

Oregon's Tualatin Valley is home to award-winning wineries and craft breweries, scenic wildlife preserves and parks, an array of outdoor recreation activities, world-class golf... — Updated 4/28/2022

It was a rainy fall day in Camden, but that did little to mar the allure of this charming Maine town. In fact, the weather added to the ambiance of the place, giving it a moody... — Updated 3/17/2022

New Mexico tram offers Land of Enchantment views I love a view, anytime, anywhere. I make it a point to seek out opportunities to soar above the landscape, whether in a hot air... — Updated 2/24/2022

If you're a movie buff, put Astoria, Ore., on your list. This Columbia River port town, where grit meets hip, has often been referred to as "Hollywood North." Though it was "The... — Updated 2/3/2022

Cacti are quirky characters with their prickly, spiny exteriors and odd, irregular shapes. You either like them or you don't. I personally find them beautiful and admirable for... — Updated 12/16/2021

Once upon a time, Woodinville was a sleepy town with probably more horses than people. Over the years, however, this idyllic locale has undergone an eye-popping transformation to... — Updated 11/18/2021

It's hard to wrap your head around the Colorado National Monument. It holds you spellbound as you look out at this famed, rugged landscape of the American West. Towering sandstone... — Updated 10/21/2021

If you're a first-time visitor to the Grand Canyon, you'll most likely go to the South Rim. With its iconic images, large viewing areas and plenty of services, this is the more... — Updated 9/20/2021

It's easy to fall in love with the Rogue Valley. This vibrant Southern Oregon locale has it all. It's a mecca for outdoor recreationists, nirvana for wine enthusiasts, paradise for... — Updated 8/19/2021

If you find yourself in Monterey or Carmel, don't hesitate to add the 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach to your must-see and do list. This scenic loop is one of the most picturesque... — Updated 7/23/2021

Diversity takes center stage at Olympic National Park. Often referred to as "three parks in one," this wonderland boasts three different ecosystems: rugged, glacier-capped peaks,... — Updated 6/18/2021

Nature can be a soothing balm, providing opportunities to rejuvenate body, mind and spirit. During challenging times, escaping to the great outdoors is even more essential to our... — Updated 5/20/2021