Vacation Blog

Central Oregon’s stunning natural beauty and pleasant autumn weather offers a wide range of fall activities for visitors to enjoy.  Here are some popular fall activities in the region:  Fall Foliage  Central Oregon is known for its vibrant fall foliage, and there are numerous places to enjoy the cha...

For many people, fall is synonymous with football. The return of American football, whether it’s high school, college, or professional NFL games, is a cherished fall tradition.   The cool, crisp weather and changing leaves create the perfect backdrop for tailgating, attending games, and watching foo...

  Seaside is known as the playground of the Oregon Coast, so of course visitors can expect a frightfully fun weekend of Halloween events the whole family can enjoy!    Saturday, October 28th, 2023    Witches/Warlocks Paddle at Quatat Park  Check in at 9:30 am, float at 10 am.  Note: There will be a ...

 Celebrating Halloween in the desert? Come if you dare to the Riverside County Scare & Pumpkin Festival!  Combining the spirit of Halloween and the traditions of Day of the Dead, this festival will immerse you in a magical spirit world with three themed realms.  Plaza Fantazma  A haven for the whole...

The Palm Springs mini-Modernism event takes place October 19th – 22nd. This four-day celebration of mid-century modern design, architecture, and culture features walking and bus tours, house visits, talks, and parties in unique locations not regularly open to the public. Attendees will get a glimpse...

It is almost time to dust off the old cowboy boots and break out the denim because Stagecoach Country Music Festival is right around the corner.  Stagecoach is an annual country music festival held in Indio, California over three days in April. Concert goers can enjoy a fantastic lineup of top count...

The whole family will have a fall-tastic time celebrating the arrival of fall at Sunriver Resort’s Fall Festival!  The event will have awesome autumnal activities like pumpkin bowling, pumpkin painting, a pumpkin patch, a hay maze, pony rides and a putting course. Local vendors, the Peak food truck ...

Concert goers attending this three-day rockfest can enjoy a lineup featuring AC/DC, Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, and more!   The event takes place October 6th – 8th at Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Passes are on sale NOW!  General Festival Information  All ages welcome.  Kids 2 & under are fre...

Big Bear is always a hoot and October offers a bounty of fun for the whole family to enjoy.  Check out some of these fall-tastic events:  Pumpkin Smash!  Forget pumpkin spice, try pumpkin smash at Action Tours every Saturday for the month of October.  Guests will have a spook-tacular time ziplining ...

Don’t let the rain dampen your spirits while visiting Newport, Oregon. With a variety of indoor attractions and activities, you can make the most of your time and create memorable experiences even if the weather outside is frightful!  Here are some rainy day activities to enjoy when visiting Newport...

Whether you prefer to head to the mountains or the ocean, fall offers a bounty of outdoor activities, fresh crisp air, stunning scenery, and fun for the whole family.  We are highlighting Big Bear in Southern California and South Beach on the Oregon Coast. Pack your bags, grab your friends or family...

Visiting Central Oregon in autumn is a fall-tastic idea, as the region offers beautiful landscapes, endless outdoor pursuits, and plenty of family-friendly activities!   Here are two of our favorite fall activities the whole family will enjoy:  Smith Rock Pumpkin Patch  Smith Rock Ranch is a working...