Columbia River Gorge | Oregon Journal

Just a short drive from Portland is amazing views of the Columbia River Gorge, a massive canyon that separates Oregon and Washington. I suggest you stop at the Vista House observatory for an almost 360 degree view of the gorge. It’s a great place for photos, but it can be super windy! We got there so early in the morning we had the lookout all to ourselves. In addition to the view of the canyon, it is also worth a stop to see the Vista House itself. It was closed when we were there, but it is a beautiful observatory.

Cannon Beach | Oregon Journal

On our second day in Oregon, the last stop was Cannon Beach. It is a really charming town with a beautiful beach and the famous Haystack Rock. My dad and I were feeling extremely tired so we decided to get coffees and watch the sunset on the beach. 

How to Plan the Perfect Weekend Getaway

I love going on little weekend escapes. I think they are a great way to mix up your routine and have a mini vacation without spending too much money! Here are my 5 weekend getaway tips:

Cape Kiwanda | Oregon Journal

My dad and I got up at 6am to get the most out of our second day in Oregon. After a quick breakfast we drove from Portland to the Oregon Coast. We took a very scenic route through the country and it was so beautiful. After a couple hours of driving, we arrived at Cape Kiwanda. 

Portland Food Trucks | Oregon Journal

After a mini roadtrip from Vancouver, my dad and I arrived in Portland. We spent the afternoon exploring the city and enjoying the sights. My dad took lots of pictures (photo credit for most of the photos in this post goes to him), while all I could focus on was getting a snack. 

Oregon Journal | 2015

I went for a father-daughter roadtrip to Oregon back in October and I would like to share excerpts from my travel journal. I think over the next few weeks I’ll post pictures and stories from our journey. It was an amazing trip and I felt so special sharing this adventure with my dad.

We had five days and we crammed so much in that it felt like a much longer trip than it really was. October was a great time for this kind of trip. The weather was good for the most part, and some days were so unseasonably warm that it felt like summer. The touristy sights were busy, but not as busy as they would have been over the summer.

I’m very excited to share our experiences, so please stay tuned!