Getaway Vacations Near Portland, OR

Want to travel with your kids? Find family-friendly recommendations for accommodations, dining, activities and more at these can’t-miss locales. Plus we offer tips for making travel affordable and fun!

The Gorge Winter Vacation

By Judiaann Woo | November 1, 2021 | Comments Off on The Gorge Winter Vacation

Planning a winter vacation in the Columbia River Gorge? Check out or recommendations on where to stay, eat, play and more!

Oregon Coast Winter Vacation

By Judiaann Woo | November 1, 2021 | Comments Off on Oregon Coast Winter Vacation

Planning a family vacation on the Oregon coast? Check out our recommendations on where to stay, eat, play and more.

Mount Hood Winter Vacation

By Judiaann Woo | November 1, 2021 | Comments Off on Mount Hood Winter Vacation

Planning a trip to Mount Hood? Get our tips on where to stay, play, eat and more.

Road Trip in Style: Rent an RV

By Niki Billsborough | September 26, 2021 | Comments Off on Road Trip in Style: Rent an RV

Looking for a safe, fun family vacation? Check out our RV Vacation tips!

Local Getaway: Silverton

By Tiffany Hill | August 10, 2021 | Comments Off on Local Getaway: Silverton

There’s still time to squeeze in one more adventure before school starts.

Try Swapping Your Home for Your Next Family Vacation

By Vikki Rubens | July 22, 2021 | Comments Off on Try Swapping Your Home for Your Next Family Vacation

Do your travel dreams feel too big for your family’s budget? Try home swapping!

Family-friendly Getaway: Welches

By Denise Castañon | June 1, 2021 | Comments Off on Family-friendly Getaway: Welches

Welches serves as a perfect base for mountain-based adventures when the thermostat hits 90+ degrees in Portland.

Road Trip Boredom Busters

By Ali Wilkinson | July 24, 2019 | Comments Off on Road Trip Boredom Busters

Make the hours fly by with these fun car activities.

Winter’s a Beach: Cannon Beach with Kids in the Off-season

By Natalie Bodenhamer | March 8, 2019 | Comments Off on Winter’s a Beach: Cannon Beach with Kids in the Off-season

Note for 2020: Confirm openings and availability before heading out as there may be closures or changes at any time. When it comes to winter activities in the PNW, I have conflicting feelings. On a regular basis, i.e. every Friday night in February, I have a recurring conversation with myself. It goes like this: Fun […]

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