Sharing photos and stories from my travels.
We’ve all heard of the Seven Wonders of the World, but did you know that Oregon also has Seven Wonders? The list of Oregon’s amazing places was determined by Travel Oregon in 2013. These natural beauties showcase the diversity of Oregon’s landscape, including its breathtaking Pacific Coast, high deserts, beautiful mountain ranges, lush forests and... Continue Reading →
Even though our last trip to the beach was cut short due to a nasty cold, we still managed to see some of the gorgeous Oregon Coast in the few days we had. More destinations will be added to this map by theTravelsketcher as we continue to explore the coast. Our first stop was Pacific... Continue Reading →
What’s in store for me in the direction I don’t take? Jack Kerouac Oregon Coast
To escape and sit quietly on the beach - that’s my idea of paradise. Emilia Wickstead Proposal Rock, Neskowin, Oregon
Travel is not a reward for working, it is education for living. Anthony Bourdain Haystack Rock, Cannon Beach, OR
We spent several days this past week at Cannon Beach, OR. The weather was chilly but sunny, and the wind on the beach was ferocious, but it was a relaxing getaway none the less. While there, we took a drive to Rockaway Beach to stroll along the Old Growth Cedar Trail which leads to one... Continue Reading →
I have no reason to go, except that I have never been, and knowledge is better than ignorance. What better reason could there be for traveling? Freya Stark Brookings, Oregon
Throughout our marriage, theTravelsketcher and I have taken multiple trips to Oregon. Portland is his hometown, and we have family and friends who live there. In fact, we plan on moving there when we return to the states later this year. I have been fortunate to have visited many locations around the globe, but in... Continue Reading →
Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before. Dalai Lama Vineyards in the Willamette Valley, Oregon
Travels Through My Lens 