Vacation Blog

Top Reasons to Work From Home/Attend Online School from a Meredith Lodging Home at the Oregon Coast Oregon families are Working From Home (WFH) and making the best of it – becoming digital nomads who travel to Oregon’s best places for weeks at a time – because as long as they are connected to the […]

When you want to plan that perfect family vacation, or a big reunion, or a corporate retreat, location is key. You need a space that’s spacious enough to accomodate a large group of people, and at the same time must be interesting, memorable, and fun! Fortunately, there’s no shortage of great places for your group […]

The Oregon Coast is an extra-special getaway in the Winter months – with impressive storms on the regular, King tides crashing over the rocks and more sunny days than one would think, there is always something beautiful to enjoy.  The beach is also a great place to relax, and many of Oregon’s best spas are […]

Looking to truly get away from it all and surround yourself with stunning architecture and breathtaking views? Try a Sisters Vacation Rental. Plan a getaway to Meredith Lodging’s Desert Vista. This luxury high desert home will put the perfect distance between you and the rest of the world. Nestled in the plains of the high […]

Take your Road Trip Oregon Vacation to the Next Level with a Stay at Top Luxury Homes in Central Oregon and On the Oregon Coast. How about a Summer road trip with luxury as your destination? A scenic drive through Oregon’s natural beauty to a private, professionally cleaned vacation home that looks like it is […]

Mountain Biking in Central Oregon Central Oregon is a haven for cyclists of all types and has an extra-special place in the hearts of those who love to hit Mountain Bike Trails. Meredith Lodging Central Oregon vacation rentals in Bend, Sunriver and at Mt. Bachelor Village Resort make for a perfect home base for riders […]

Hiking in Oregon is both a statewide treasure and pastime. Few places in the world offer such a concentration of beautiful views, historic and scenic sites, and a variety of levels of difficulty so diverse everyone can find a way to get outside and have fun. Family hikes are a wonderful way to make the […]

Meredith Lodging’s Top Five Snow Day activities in Central Oregon It’s a winter wonderland in Central Oregon and Meredith Lodging can help you plan the perfect snow day getaway! We have rounded up our top list of snow-day activities that are fun for the whole family. Our Vacation Planners are ready to help you plan […]

Road Trip to Manzanita, Oregon – Where to Stay and Things to See, Eat and Discover Tucked into a gorgeous stretch of beach – and in between two state parks – sits a crown jewel of the Oregon Coast, Manzanita. It is easy to see why Manzanita is one of Oregon’s most-loved beach towns, featuring […]

Road Trip to Olivia Beach – Where to Stay and Things to See, Eat and Discover Located in the heart of Lincoln City, Olivia Beach is a community of charming Nantucket-style cottages with deep front porches perfect for morning coffee, community greenspaces, an on-property playground, sand volleyball court, firepit, fitness center and seasonal pool – […]

Road Trip to Roads End – Where to Stay and Things to See, Eat and Discover Tucked in on the northernmost part of Lincoln City and featuring one of the most stunning headland views on the West Coast, Roads End feels like a beautiful, best-kept Oregon Coast secret. Stunning sunsets, impressive surf, an expansive coastline […]

The Oregon Coast is a favorite destination for families, with seemingly endless opportunities for discovery and fun. In Lincoln City, there are so many opportunities to put smiles on the faces of those you love. We recently checked in with some local kiddos we know, and they assured us that this list gets their “Dino-mite” […]

Road Trip to Rockaway Beach – Where to Stay and Things to See, Eat and Discover Rockaway Beach remains to many Oregonians a “best-kept secret” Summer getaway location. Tucked in along a less-traveled stretch of beautiful coastline between Tillamook and Cannon Beach, Rockaway Beach has so much to offer visitors – and makes for an […]

Now is the time to plan your Valentine’s Day getaway to Central Oregon and take advantage of the easy access to all the outdoor activities, delicious restaurants, popular bars and breweries, cozy coffee shops and local favorite boutiques.  Reserve your Sunriver or Bend vacation rental now and plan your itinerary with the help of Meredith […]

Summer vacations spent in Bend or Sunriver are a much-loved tradition for Oregon families. Long, sunny days spent swimming, hiking, and exploring the many lakes, parks and natural attractions that dot the landscape across Central and Southern Oregon. Crisp nights spent re-capping all the fun gathered in camp chairs under the stars or soaking your […]

It is easy to see why Central Oregon is a popular, year-round vacation destination. During the Summer, you can enjoy long, sunny days perfect for hiking, biking, SUP-ing, swimming, rafting, and enjoying the outdoors to your heart’s content. Come Winter, Central Oregon is home to some of the best powder in the Unites States with […]

Ski And Stay in Bend at Mt. Bachelor Village by Meredith Lodging Winter is a wonderful time of year in Central Oregon! The mountain tops are blanketed with snow and the winter sport community awakes each morning with growing excitement– ski season is here at last! When seeking a destination for exhilarating winter recreation, Mt. […]

Pacific City, OR is an absolute jewel of a beach town, north of Lincoln City and South of Manzanita, on a stunning stretch of coastline overlooking its famous Haystack Rock and the Cape Kiwanda Headland. Known amongst generations of Oregonians as a quaint fishing town famous for launching Dory Boats off the main beach, Pacific […]

Road Trip to Yachats/Waldport – Best Places to Stay, See, Eat and Discover Stunning coastline views, breathtaking sites like Cape Perpetua, Thor’s Well and sunsets over the Alsea Bay Bridge. Award-winning craft beer, popular local restaurants and coffee shops, and a bustling farmer’s market – the beloved beach towns of Yachats and Waldport have something […]

Depoe Bay and Bella Beach- Where to Stay and Things to See, Eat and Discover Located just south of Lincoln City, Bella Beach and Depoe Bay are two jewels of the Oregon Coast! These most-loved locations are revered for their unique scenic beauty, incredible whale-watching opportunities and also for the fact they may be slightly […]

Bella Beach Resort is a charming seaside community of Nantucket-style cottages, tucked-in between Lincoln City and Depoe Bay on the Oregon Coast.  These well-appointed homes features inviting front porches, cozy fireplaces and many have hit tubs and ocean views, too.  Bella Beach is a best place to take kids on vacation for many reasons – including the on-property playground, open green spaces […]

Top Reasons to Love Living that Resort Life in Bella Beach this Fall For many vacationers, fall and winter are their favorite seasons along the Oregon Coast. This time of year, the days can still be surprisingly sunny and warm, and the evening sunsets seem even more golden in September, October, and November. Depoe Bay […]

Meredith Lodging’s Central Oregon Headquarters Office is located in Bend, Oregon and our local employees love living in Bend because of all the adventure just outside their door. Many of Bend’s most-loved sites get pretty crowded in the Spring and Summer months, but there are a few places that are remain on our “best-kept-secrets list and we want to share those with our Meredith Lodging family. These are some of our favorite places and we hope they will be […]

Meredith Lodging Announces Funding is Complete for the Lincoln City Police K-9 Project Lincoln City, OR. Meredith Lodging (along with Oksenholt Capital) announced this week that they have completed their announced matching gifts campaign and fully funded the Lincoln City Police K9 project. The mission of the Lincoln City Police K-9 Project is to promote […]