Top Travel Itinerary Ideas for the Pacific Northwest
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The Pacific Northwest is truly a feast for the eyes. Waterfalls, mountains, rugged coastlines, picturesque islands and plenty of city attractions lure visitors each year to this region, which includes Oregon, Washington and Canada's province of British Columbia. There is no shortage of things to do, and whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or wish to simply relax and enjoy the scenery, the Pacific Northwest has something for everyone.
Doing a little research using Karen Brown's popular online travel guide, you can find several interesting itineraries to consider. Travelers could spend time exploring the coast or perhaps stick with a region like Southern Oregon, which offers everything from cave exploration to a world-class Shakespearian festival. Exploring Portland with its day trips to hot spots such as Mount St. Helens is another option. Discovering Seattle and the Cascade Mountain region is yet another fun-filled itinerary. Travelers also might consider exploring the San Juan Islands or heading up into British Columbia, where you'll find Victoria Island and all the sites of Vancouver.
For lodging choices, here are some award-winners sure to please visitors to the region:
If you crave seclusion by the sea, the Channel House is Depoe Bay, Oregon, is sure to please. This oceanfront inn was named by Karen Brown readers as the Pacific Northwest's Most Romantic lodging. The unpretentious inn's glory is its sea views, which can be seen from all of the guest rooms, as well as its total privacy. There is no pressure to rush around, taking in all the sites, you can just relax and soak in the sea air. The rooms include fireplaces and outdoor whirlpool tubs. Grab a bottle of wine and your significant other and that's all you need.
Named for the natives that once lived in this scenic land, the Tu Tu' Tun Lodge is a delight and the scenery is unforgettable, located on the banks of the Rogue River. The family-run lodge was noted by Karen Brown's readers as offering the Warmest Welcome in the Pacific Northwest. The hospitality is just one of many reasons to stay at the lodge. The guest rooms and suites boast stunning views of the river and forested hills. Many have fireplaces and some have outdoor soaking tubs. The lodge's restaurant serves first-class breakfasts, lunches and dinners. From the boat dock, you can head out to day trips on the river, and there are plenty of opportunities for hiking and fishing.
Named by Karen Brown readers as the Pacific Northwest's Greatest Value, the Otters Pond Bed and Breakfast is a secluded retreat located on Washington's Orcas Island. Guests at Otters Pond will be enchanted by the natural setting. The B&B is surrounded by 20 acres of protected wetland and home to plenty of birds and a few of the namesake otters. A few guest rooms include a fireplace (some a clawfoot tub), and there is a huge outdoor hot tub sheltered by a Japanese-style teahouse with shoji screens.
For luxury with a fanciful twist, try the Sooke Harbour House, rated by Karen Brown readers as the Pacific Northwest's top Splendid Splurge. Located at the edge of Whiffen Spit Beach in Sooke, British Columbia, the hotel is a step beyond unique. The scenery is wonderful, the restaurant serves four-course gourmet dinners, and there is also a full service spa. The guest rooms are what truly separate Sooke Harbour House from other lodgings. All of the rooms offer a private balcony or terrace, many with ocean and mountain views. There is a fireplace in each room, as well. The rooms are filled with artistic touches, including sculptures and unique pottery. The spacious Ravens Nest has a stone fireplace and a bed with a headboard fashioned to look like a tree. The Edible Blossom Room features pillows and artwork decorated with images of local edible flowers, and it also includes a private, outdoor hot tub. Other rooms are equally unique.
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Tess Kirkpatrick enjoys writing about boutique hotels and travel destinations. For more information on Pacific Northwest travel or for comprehensive Oregon itinerary details, check out the Karen Brown online guide today.
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