Tinsel Towns

Pack the kids in the car and road trip to these Pacific Northwest towns that go all-out for the holidays.

Head South for the Winter to this Oregon Town

By Catherine Ryan Gregory | November 5, 2024 | Comments Off on Head South for the Winter to this Oregon Town

Ashland packs a cultural punch throughout the year, including the winter months, making this town well worth the 4.5-hour drive from Portland. Family Activities Ashland’s Festival of Light kicks off in November and lasts through the end of the year. The celebration starts with a tree lighting and parade the Friday after Thanksgiving, then fills […]

Winter is the Best Time to Visit the Oregon Coast

By Catherine Ryan Gregory | November 5, 2024 | Comments Off on Winter is the Best Time to Visit the Oregon Coast

We love the Oregon Coast in the winter: all the big-wave beach drama without the crowds and traffic. It’s perfect for a holiday-themed change of scenery!

A North Pole Experience at This Columbia Gorge Town

By Catherine Ryan Gregory | November 4, 2024 | Comments Off on A North Pole Experience at This Columbia Gorge Town

Forget the North Pole. This Columbia River Gorge town is one of the most happening spots for the holidays.

This Town Gets a Major Glow-Up Each Winter

By Catherine Ryan Gregory | November 4, 2024 | Comments Off on This Town Gets a Major Glow-Up Each Winter

Best known as the gateway to Silver Falls State Park, Silverton also gets a major glow-up in the winter.

This Place is a Real, Live Christmastown

By Catherine Ryan Gregory | November 4, 2024 | Comments Off on This Place is a Real, Live Christmastown

Did you know that many Christmas traditions originated in Germany? Whether you celebrate this winter holiday or just want an excuse to eat an obscene amount of gingerbread cookies, you don’t have to cross the Atlantic. Simply head to Leavenworth, the Bavarian-themed town in Washington.  Family Activities From Thanksgiving through December, Christmastown brings near-constant festivities […]

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