Spending the night in historic Astoria, Oregon! Perfect! The first time I was in Astoria, Oregon was when my aunt and uncle from London came for a visit in 1997. Well, at least it’s the …
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Things to do in Fort Langley, British Columbia
Fort Langley is about a one hour drive from Vancouver, depending on traffic, and is often referred to as the birthplace of British Columbia. This charming town is located on the banks of the Fraser …

Puka Dog the Tropical Hot Dog
Located in the Poipu Shopping Village in Kauai, Puka Dog is a quirky hot dog stand set up like a surf shack in a small space that barely holds three wrought iron tables and chairs. …

10 Easy Ways to Save Money on a Cruise
Who hasn’t dreamed of an exotic vacation to a tropical island where palm trees sway next to a sparkling turquoise ocean? How about dining on lobster every night in an elegant dining room where men …

No Departure, No Refund
. When planning a vacation, the last thing people think about are the things that can go wrong before the airplane leaves the ground. On the back of travel brochures and airline tickets the Terms …

Oregon Coast Road Trip with my Dogs
When I chose Oregon for my 2018 vacation, a lot of the destination decision centered around my dogs who’d be my traveling companions. It comes down to the old question: what to do with your …

Vacation Ending Soon – Last Stop Portland, Oregon
After a weekend in Bend, and a detour to check out the fake ghost town in Short Bridge, I was heading to Portland where I’d spend my last night in Oregon. There was only one …

Fake Ghost Town at Short Bridge, Oregon
I’d heard about a roadside attraction in Short Bridge, Oregon that was referred to as a fake ghost town. Technically, false front buildings put up in front of a fence, or perhaps in lieu of …

Heading Inland to Bend, Oregon
After spending a couple of hours driving around Crater Lake, I continued inland to Bend, Oregon. High desert country. A Tough Drive It had been a long day, starting in Crescent City, California. From Crater …

Crater Lake, Oregon
After a night in Crescent City, California, the next stop was Crater Lake, Oregon. I’ve seen the signs for Crater Lake many times while driving back and forth to California, but I’ve never stopped. My …