The 10th annual crab festival takes place Oct. 7 - 9, 2011, on Washington's Olympic Peninsula. This entertaining event offers food, music and activities.

Sep 29, 2011 – Susan Lynne Hamilton

Little Whale Cove is a small protected home to seals and the occasional migrating gray whale. It offers visitors stunning views and a contested history.

Sep 29, 2011 – Jon Thompson

This unassuming little wayside park conceals scenic rocky coastline, forest trails, unobstructed ocean views and room to stretch on Oregon's central coast.

Sep 23, 2011 – Jon Thompson

Once you fall in love with the central Oregon coast, you'll be tempted to stay. Give in, and stay right in Lincoln Beach at the Surfrider Resort.

Sep 20, 2011 – Jon Thompson

The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center is the place to go if you didn't see any grizzly bears or gray wolves while you were visiting Yellowstone National Park.

Sep 20, 2011 – Cheryl Probst

On the Oregon coast, sometimes it's difficult to decide whether to go to the beach or the forest. Fogarty Creek State Park has the answer. Both.

Sep 18, 2011 – Jon Thompson

Fishing Rock in Lincoln Beach Oregon is hidden from most travelers but the majestic ocean views are well worth the two block side trip from Highway 101.

Sep 18, 2011 – Jon Thompson

Salmon fishing is a central to Alaska's culture and traditions. Anglers and guides test their skills each season against five species of salmon.

Sep 17, 2011 – George DeFilippo

If you're heading between Newport and Lincoln City, Oregon and have a hankering for a fine cup of coffee or a coffee drink, experience Big Mountain Roasters

Sep 16, 2011 – Jon Thompson

Alaska travel specialists provide the expertise and resources necessary in planning a successful adventure vacation.

Sep 7, 2011 – George DeFilippo

Crater Lake National Park is famous. Five miles north, Diamond Lake Resort is favored by locals for camping, trout fishing, and year round fun.

Sep 1, 2011 – Mistie Shaw

Travel to southeast Washington in late summer to experience the unique Walla Walla State Fair. Downtown Walla Walla offers hotels, great dining and wineries

Aug 27, 2011 – Susan Lynne Hamilton

A new guide, "Alaska Travel Planning Guide: Help for the Independent Traveler," is crammed with tips and ideas to make travel to Alaska more enjoyable.

Aug 27, 2011 – Cheryl Probst

Is your family looking for a new place to vacation this year? Do you enjoy kid-friendly getaways by the ocean? Then take a trip to Newport, Oregon.

Aug 23, 2011 – Margaret Koch

Raven Roost Lookout in the Cascade Mountains of Central Washington offers stunning panoramic views of the state''s iconic mountain, Mount Rainier.

Aug 10, 2011 – Cheryl Probst

With 10 million visitors every year, Seattle's Pike Place Market is the premier shopping and tourist destination in Washington state.

Aug 10, 2011 – Lori Colbo

Astoria, Oregon continues its summer-long festivities this week with the county fair, followed by a cruise, barbecue and a visit by Reba McEntire.

Aug 4, 2011 – Jan Lee

Wyoming is cowboy country. For serious cowboys, rodeo is the climax of competition. From July 22 - 31, exciting PRCA rodeo events are showcased in Cheyenne.

Jul 21, 2011 – Susan Lynne Hamilton

Oregon's coastline is a popular vacation destination, with scenic beaches, resort towns and sea-centric activities. Hotels and rentals are lodging options.

Jun 24, 2011 – Susan Lynne Hamilton

The Irma Hotel in Cody, Wyoming, is the place to stay to experience the true West and all a western town has to offer.

Jun 1, 2011 – Joan Lorenz