Trip Ideas

Best Rides for Bike Share

Hop on one of those big blue bikes that you see all over downtown Springfield, downtown Eugene and across the UO campus for a fun, short bike ride! These "bike share" bicycles are designed for easy, affordable and environmentally-friendly transportation for errands and pleasure rides. Planning Your…

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Five Easy Hikes to Do With Kids

Hiking with kids can be unpredictable. A strong start might turn into a painfully slow finish, dissolving into mud, muck and tears. A path that's family friendly – gentle terrain, interesting sights and flexible trail segments so you can shorten or lengthen your hike depending on the prevailing mood…

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6 International Vacations That Are Actually In Oregon

Dreaming of a trip to France's wine country or Norway's legendary waterfalls? Until you take that international trip you've been dreaming about, here are some ideas to get a taste of the world right here in Oregon. Whistler — Oakridge Snow sports in the winter and mountain biking in the summer…

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Five Fun Itineraries for Florence - by Bus!

No car? The beach is still in reach! Here are five fantastic adventures you can have for the day using public transportation. The LinkLane Connector departs Eugene in the early morning, returns in the afternoon and again in the evening, so you can plan a quick trip, a longer day trip or extend your…

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Plan Your Bike Ride - 3 Tips for Safe Cycling

May is Bike Month and this is an excellent time to tune up your bicycle, inflate the tires and teach your kids safe riding practices. Here are tips for planning your ride in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. Our #1 Tip: Ride Safe Be familiar with your bicycle equipment, riding environment and…

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How to Take the Bus to Creswell & Cottage Grove

You've heard of these small towns' charms, you have an afternoon open for exploring historic covered bridges and you are tempted by the delicious pastries talked about from Creswell Bakery... but no car. Fortunately, that isn't a hurdle! There is a daily public bus route from Eugene that will take…

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Things to Do with Mom on Mother's Day

Looking for a little Mother's Day inspiration? Here is a list of five special things you can do in and around Eugene with your mom. 1. Take a train tour Relax by the window for an easy, scenic sightseeing trip across Oregon to a nearby community. Enjoy the time together to talk. Even a short trip up…

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Rhododendrons in Full Bloom at Hendricks Park

Roam the twelve-acre rhododendron garden in Hendricks Park at the height of the season between April and May (blooms may span February to June). Towering Rhododendron plants, surrounded by walls of Douglas-fir trees show off dazzling displays of color in the springtime sun. Just minutes away from…

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The Farmers Markets Are Open

Eugene's long and bountiful outdoor market season is back! Farmers markets are a great place to shop for fresh veggies, fruit, eggs and grass-fed meats. In April and May, the markets start to open with early root vegetables, onions, spring greens, and preserved fruits and berries. By June there are…

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