Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa – An Affordable Heavenly Escape

Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa – An Affordable Heavenly Escape

Closing out 2020 on a good sane note, with a hopeful return to normalcy by the new year, is my holiday wish for all. The past months have been draining and downright depressing. We are desperately in need and deserving of holistic healing escapes, where our minds, bodies and souls can find serenity and safety…

A Portland Staycation: German Cuisine, Cozy Accommodations, and an Antiques Paradise

A Portland Staycation: German Cuisine, Cozy Accommodations, and an Antiques Paradise

With COVID taking over the world and cancelling plans (much to many an introvert’s delight) my partner and I had to adapt for our one year wedding anniversary plans. Initially, we had been planning a two to three week adventure through Germany and Scotland visiting friends abroad, exploring botanical gardens and museums, and fitting in…

Dawn Hour Star Burst

Find Some Fun at the Lost Lake Resort, Oregon

Just two hours from Portland’s usually crowded city streets is a slightly less crowded oasis. Lost Lake, situated near the base of Mount Hood offers not only an escape from the city, but also amazing views and plenty of outdoor activities. Open May through October, you can either relax at the shore enjoying the surrounding…

Portland’s Scenic Greenways: See the Southeast from a local’s view
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Portland’s Scenic Greenways: See the Southeast from a local’s view

Portland, Oregon has a well earned reputation for being a bike friendly city. Part of what makes this reputation possible is East Portland’s abundant Greenways. Greenways are streets running through Portland which have been designed to keep car traffic low, and to allow cyclists a safe and quick way to traverse the city. Many feature…