Best Oregon Coast Towns – Astoria Why Go: At the northwest corner of Oregon sits Astoria—a historic port town perched where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean. An epicenter of maritime and Victorian heritage, Astoria allures visitors with a walkable downtown, seafood galore, and sweepin...
Here are 20 of the best small towns in Australia for a vacation, including coastal getaways, countryside retreats, and Outback experiences.
Only 40 minutes from Portland, Mt Hood and the Columbia River Gorge represent the best of the Pacific Northwest (PNW to locals). Being outside is a way of life, and adventures abound, whether you cycle or ski. Also be sure to enjoy the bounty of its farm stands, wineries and breweries...
However, there are other small towns for those not inclined to climb a mountain. Try Húsið, a boutique hotel in Ísafjörður or the remote Holt Inn, surrounded by stunning Icelandic landscape. When to visit: The best viewing time for the Westfjords region is between late September...
Puerto Escondido is one of the best small towns to visit in Mexico if you’re looking for a unique beach destination. Located on the Southern Pacific coast, Puerto Escondido is a less popular tourist destination than it’s neighbors to the north such as Puerto Vallarta, or those on the Yuc...
In the 150 years since what’s now Eastern Oregon’s cultural center received the name Pendleton, after former Democratic Vice-President nominee George Hunt Pendleton, this once trading post has flourished into one of America’s best small towns. TheOregon Trail—which is marking its 175th anniv...
has drastically changed my life. Up until I moved to the Pacific Northwest I had always planned to return to the Northeast, regardless of where I ended up in the meantime. This changed when I discovered all the Pacific Nowrthwest has to offer. The natural beauty of the surrounding area, ...
For retirees who prefer the charm of historical architecture, towns like George Town in Penang provide options to rent or purchase colonial-era homes. For those considering property investment, Malaysia’s real estate market is on the rise. In the first half of 2024, the property market grew ...
100 Best Towns in Australia – 1 to 10 #1 – Yamba, NSW Explorer Matthew Flinders first splashed ashore from his trim sloop, Norfolk, in 1799 near Clarence Head, a monolithic heap of rock that shieldsYambafrom the wilder excesses of the Pacific Ocean, to fix a leak and maybe have one....
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