Recent Posts by Jason Staats

Where To Play This March in Boise: Events, Dining & Local Picks

Boise greets you at 2,840 feet with big-sky light, a walkable downtown, and the Boise River glinting just steps from your hotel. Ten minutes from the airport and you’re already on the Greenbelt, passing cyclists, Basque cafés, and public art. Idaho’s capital has quietly become one of the West’s most compelling small cities — grounded,…
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Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Central Oregon this March

Accessible via Redmond Airport, Central Oregon is framed by pines, peaks, and the Deschutes River. While we’ll call it Central Oregon, the heartbeat of this region sits squarely in Bend, with Redmond and Sunriver rounding out the experience just minutes away. March here is a study in contrasts. You can ski Mt. Bachelor in the…
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Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Seattle this March

With Sea-Tac International Airport serving more than 30 domestic and international airlines, Seattle is one of the most accessible gateways in the West. Light rail connects the airport to downtown in under 40 minutes. Once you arrive, the city unfolds in distinct neighborhoods from Capitol Hill to Queen Anne to Ballard. In March, winter begins…
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Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Portland this March

Where To Play This March in Portland: Events, Dining & Local Picks Just 20 minutes from PDX, Portland blends small-town charm with world-class flavor. Its bridges connect walkable neighborhoods filled with food carts, microbreweries, vintage shops, and indie theaters. Festivals animate Pioneer Courthouse Square and Waterfront Park, while Forest Park and the Columbia River Gorge…
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Our top picks for a romantic February.

February may be the shortest month, but it’s made for slowing down and savoring time together. From glowing light festivals in Portland to snowshoeing under the stars in Bend, the Pacific Northwest offers countless ways to connect, even in the chill. Whether you’re planning a Valentine’s getaway or a spontaneous date night, these four cities…
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