Known as one of the most grandly scenic regions of the U.S., the Northwest ranges from the wild shores of Washington, Oregon and Alaska to the wilderness of Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. Its 15 national parks include the rain forests of Washington’s Olympic, geysers in Wyoming’s Yellowstone, and glaciers in Montana’s Glacier and Alaska’s Kenai Fjords.
Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, Washington, offer everything from rose gardens and microbreweries to a vibrant open-air market and views of Mount Rainier from the space needle. Hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, skiing and snowshoeing are a few Northwest activities. Whether whale watching or sampling world-class wines, luxuriating in a five-star hotel or going rustic in a yurt, discover what this unique region of the U.S. holds.
Best Floating Holiday Light Show, Northwest USA
In: Idaho Travel
People of all ages enjoy winter activities in scenic North Idaho. Travel by car, bus, train or plane to Coeur d'Alene for spectacular holiday lights, lodging and dining. more...
Best Bavarian Holiday Town in the Northwest USA
People of all ages enjoy winter activities in the Bavarian town of Leavenworth, Washington. Accessible by car, bus or train, holiday vacations include lodging and dining. more...
Wine Touring in Northwest Oregon, Northwest USA
In: Oregon Travel
Family-operated wineries near Newberg, Oregon, feature world-class, handcrafted wine. Stay in area hotels or B&Bs, dine out and travel by car to the wineries year-round. more...
Wine Touring in Southwest Idaho, Northwest USA
In: Idaho Travel
Numerous wineries in Southwest Idaho's Snake River Valley feature award-winning, hand-crafted wines. Stay in Boise hotels, dine out and travel by car to area wineries. more...
Wine Touring in Eastern Washington State NW USA
The 14 wineries in Spokane, Washington, feature stellar winemakers, family-run facilities and award-winning wines. Stay in area hotels and travel by car to the wineries. more...
Mt. Rainier National Park USA in Spring or Fall
A trip to Mount Rainier in the Northwest corner of the U.S. in spring or fall offers great hiking without the summer crowds. Travel to this national park by car or bus. more...
Visit Yellowstone National Park USA in Winter
In: Wyoming Travel
A winter vacation in Yellowstone National Park features the world's largest thermal basins and one of its most successful wildlife sanctuaries without all the tourists. more...
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