NW U.S./Alaska Travel

When visiting Helena, Montana, there are two attractions that visitors should visit for family oriented fun: The Gates of the Mountains and Spokane Bar Sapphire Mine.

Nov 30, 2009 - Alina Bradford

For anyone planning a trip to the Pacific Northwest, there is a welcome yet unexpected diversion to be found in the northern Willamette Valley of western Oregon.

Nov 27, 2009 - Sara Revell

The Twin Peaks title sequence is memorable: images of glorious mountain scenery time seemingly forgot. Yet the series was shot in a very real location: Washington State.

Nov 27, 2009 - Luke Waterson

The Last Chance Ranch is a Helena, Montana tourist attraction that combines breathtaking scenery, cowboy hospitality and wagon rides with a three course meal.

Nov 27, 2009 - Alina Bradford

Find the perfect Christmas tree in the Portland, Oregon area this holiday season.

Nov 27, 2009 - Shelley Donohue

The Oregon Zoo is enchanting any time of year, but during the winter holidays it becomes a place of magic, glowing with a million lights.

Nov 24, 2009 - Marilyn McFarlane

Disregard any thought of rain, Seattle is a vibrant, active and engaging city that makes visitors want to return again and again.

Nov 24, 2009 - Michelle Corbin

For many Portlanders, the holidays wouldn't be complete without an evening stroll to admire the lights and scenes along quaint Peacock Lane.

Nov 20, 2009 - Marilyn McFarlane

The Wild Arts Festival is an annual Portland treasure for holiday shopping, launching the gift-giving season.

Nov 20, 2009 - Marilyn McFarlane

Pioneer Courthouse Square, in the heart of downtown Portland Oregon, is the place to be from Thanksgiving to the end of the year.

Nov 19, 2009 - Marilyn McFarlane

Covered bridges, usually associated with the eastern United States, were also built by the hundreds in early-day Oregon. Those that remain are photographers' delights.

Nov 16, 2009 - Connie Emerson

Helen's downtown area has gone from being a gold miner's camp site to a full-fledged walking mall and the capital of Montana.

Nov 13, 2009 - Alina Bradford

The Mount Hood Railroad offers year-round excursions for families including scenic tours, holiday themed excursions and fun dinner tours from Hood River, Oregon.

Nov 12, 2009 - Aurae Beidler

A tour of the Pittock Mansion during the winter holidays is a step into a Christmas of the past. Authentic period decorations fill the magnificent Portland home.

Nov 11, 2009 - Marilyn McFarlane

Whidbey Island is about two hours - and a world away - from Seattle.

Nov 8, 2009 - Meredith Frazier

Dozens of fuzzy teddy bears settle into a special Christmas suite every year at Seattle's Fairmont Olympic Hotel, ready to bring smiles to visitors of all ages.

Nov 7, 2009 - Marilyn McFarlane

Santas, snowmen and huge trees, all in colored lights, sail the Columbia and Willamette rivers every December, delighting all ages

Nov 7, 2009 - Marilyn McFarlane

The refuges of the Willamette Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex protect wetland habitat and provide opportunities for wildlife viewing and outdoor recreation.

Nov 2, 2009 - Aurae Beidler

Bozeman has a handful of great places to eat, some offering only offer a breakfast and lunch. Find the first meal of the day at one of these terrific places.

Oct 30, 2009 - Becky Warren

A travel idea for the best winter family vacation is an Oregon beach getaway where there's fun for all ages. Seaside has beauty, history, sports and activities galore.

Oct 26, 2009 - Sandy McCollum

Surrounded by mountains which hosts four distinct seasons, Ashland is known for its wine, theater, film and friendliness.

Oct 23, 2009 - Scott Rupp

Built by James J. Hill in the 19th century, the Great Northern Railway is one of the largest transcontinental railroads in the United States.

Oct 13, 2009 - Jason Chavis

America's final frontier can seem daunting to the uninitiated traveller; discover a number of first hand ways to experience this thrilling and untouched landscape.

Oct 12, 2009 - Ben Cluse

Just as planning a trip on an airliner takes time, so does organizing a carry on bag. The more time spent in preparing a carry on bag, the smoother the flight will be.

Oct 9, 2009 - Venice Kichura

Set in the rolling hills of Willamette Valley, the Oregon Garden offers a stunning array of plants, forests, sculptures, fountains, reflecting pools, and walking paths.

Oct 7, 2009 - R.H. Sheldon

The Pike Place Market has been selling farm-fresh produce for more than 100 years in downtown Seattle. Today, it is pulling double-duty as a tourist attraction.

Oct 6, 2009 - Cheryl Probst

Field Guides help hikers and outdoor lovers recognize Pacific Northwest forest wildlife, birds, fish, marine mammals, tidepool creatures, trees, wildflowers and geology.

Oct 5, 2009 - Linda McDonnell

The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, on University Street, upholds a longstanding Seattle tradition of afternoon tea in the Georgian Room

Oct 3, 2009 - Marilyn McFarlane

Seattle can be an expensive city to visit or it can be easy on the budget, like free. The Emerald City offers visitors many things to do that don't cost a penny.

Oct 3, 2009 - Cheryl Probst

Native Americans consider it a holy place and call it the Bear's Lodge. Scientists call it an igneous rock and for both reasons, it is protected by National Park Service.

Oct 1, 2009 - Diana Lambdin Meyer

Wyoming is home to more than a dozen state parks. By spending some time at these magnificent parks one can learn a great deal about the culture and history of Wyoming.

Sep 29, 2009 - J. Marie Cunningham-Slagell

Naturalist James Davis takes readers on a year-long tour of see elk, bald eagles, migrating whales, butterflies, tidepools, spring's first wildflowers in the Pacific NW.

Sep 24, 2009 - Linda McDonnell

Taking a cruise is a wonderful vacation - you get to travel to many new places and only have to unpack your bags once! Read below for some great cruising tips.

Sep 22, 2009 - Sara Rossini

San Francisco traditions reflecting successful food and clothing entrepreneurs may also teach business techniques on affordable self guided city tours.

Sep 20, 2009 - Donna West

Juneau is a regular stop on Alaskan cruises and there are a number of great shore excursions, from basic sightseeing tours to the adventurous dog-sledding on a glacier.

Sep 8, 2009 - Erin De Santiago

The affluent of early-day Pocatello, Idaho displayed their wealth in architect-designed homes near the business district. Those that survive reflect yesteryear's glory.

Sep 7, 2009 - Connie Emerson

Visitors to Pocatello's Downtown Historic District often miss a nearby National Landmark. That's because East Side Historic District is on the other side of the tracks.

Sep 4, 2009 - Connie Emerson

Pocatello's historic downtown provides a great place to stretch legs while traveling along Highway 15. One of the West's most attractive, it's a lesson in history, too.

Sep 2, 2009 - Connie Emerson

Toppenish, a town in central Washington, brings the old West to life through murals on buildings, many with store fronts similar to frontier towns in the late 1800s.

Aug 31, 2009 - Cheryl Probst

This small mountain town offers variety of fantastic restaurants to meet most dinning tastes.

Aug 30, 2009 - Becky Warren

Fun activities for kids are everywhere in Portland, the following are great for a rainy day and will keep kids active and entertained.

Aug 26, 2009 - Shelley Donohue

Camping at the Oregon Coast may be a favorite activity but day use parks offer just as much fun and excitement. The views alone make a Oregon State Park visit worthwhile.

Aug 21, 2009 - Aurae Beidler

Bed and breakfasts come in all different shapes and with a slew of different themes from Western to romantic. But Howlers is the only B&B and wolf sanctuary in the U.S.

Aug 17, 2009 - Buffy Naillon

Tourists and families looking to save money on a day trip or weekend excursion to the Emerald City will find an abundance of places to go and things to do on a budget.

Aug 17, 2009 - Eva Gordon

The unique cruise to Alaska is spectacular and unique, but don't miss out because you are shivering or wet. Get the most out of your cruise by packing correctly.

Aug 14, 2009 - Michelle Watrin

Famed explorer John Wesley Powell started some of his adventures in Green River, Wyoming. So should you.

Aug 13, 2009 - Scott Anderson

The Portland, Oregon area has some of the best corn and hay mazes around. Use this helpful fall activity guide to find the one best suited for a family adventure.

Aug 13, 2009 - Shelley Donohue

Amtrak Cascades route uses Talgo trains to provide rail service between Eugene, Oregon and Vancouver, Canada, with stops in Portland, Seattle, and other Northwest cities.

Aug 9, 2009 - R.H. Sheldon

Located just east of Portland, Oregon, McMenamins Edgefield Manor offers entertainment, lodging, good eating and refreshing drinks in a farmland setting.

Aug 8, 2009 - Aurae Beidler

Ride horses along a beautiful mountain trail of over 1,000 acres on the border the magnificent Coeur d'Alene National Forest at Rider Ranch.

Jul 28, 2009 - Kathleen Curry