Trip Ideas

Eugene Hotels for Your Next Getaway

Escape to the excitement and pizazz of a downtown environment bustling with shopping, entertainment, great restaurants, and lots to see and do! Eugene-Springfield's urban centers offer performing arts, high-end shopping and the latest culinary attractions balanced with quiet, sunny courtyards;…

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Eugene's Top Wine Bars

As nearby as Oregon's delightful wine country is, sometimes wine tasting right in town fits the evening better. Visit a wine bar before or after a show. Meet up with friends or colleagues at a swanky or casual wine lounge to plan out the rest of the evening. Sip award-winning local wines…

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Heceta Head Lighthouse Shines Year-round

This is a lighthouse for all seasons! An Instagram-worthy lighthouse on the Oregon Coast, the Heceta Head Lighthouse is a year-round attraction for visitors traveling Highway 101. Close to Florence, the Oregon dunes and the famous Sea Lion Caves, the lighthouse is a must-visit site. Here you can…

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A Day Date Antiquing in Springfield, OR

It’s not always easy for a couple to find time in the evening for romance with kids in the home, which is why my husband and I often choose a day date over a night out. For us, a perfect day date involves antiques and great food – a quiet lunch at a table set for two, a dopamine-driven antiquing…

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A Bakery Road Trip

Indulge in the comforting smell of freshly baked bread or the sweet taste of a sticky bun along this bakery loop in the Willamette Valley. While gluten-friendly/free options may occasionally arise, this is a tour indulging in wheat. Eugene With so many amazing bakeries here... you might never leave…

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Snowy Winter Getaways

Spend a few days curled up in winter wonderland lodging, warming up with a steamy drink and a crackling fire. The Cascade Mountains offer a snowy playground perfect for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Even when there isn't snow on the ground, the magic of winter means there are…

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Guide to Hot Springs in the Cascades

Oregon's Terwilliger Hot Springs may be a natural draw with its pristine beauty and maintained facilities, but there are several more nearby mountain hot springs to discover – each offering a unique experience that shouldn't be missed. If you are planning a dip into nature's warm waters just outside…

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Road Trip: Wineries & Covered Bridges

Explore the low rolling hills and family farm lands surrounding Eugene on a charming road trip across Oregon's South Willamette Valley. Along the country roads discover historic covered bridges and intimate wine tasting rooms open for cellar season. Territorial Wine Tour (Day One) Meander through…

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Ten Romantic Things to Do In February

Plan ahead to make sure your loved one feels appreciated in February! It doesn't always have to be dinner and roses... here are some more ideas for a fun and flirty February. 1. Learn Ballroom Dance Steps Together Vault Dance Studio in mid-town Eugene offers a variety of ballroom dancing sessions…

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