Northwest Travel Magazine is
pleased to present to you travel related information for the
Pacific Northwest. There is plenty of fun and adventure to be had and definitely something for everyone, from the shopper, adventure seeker to the outdoor enthusiast. Below is a list of our editors choices on where to play, where to shop and visitor services throughout British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana.
Please select a region below to begin your journey:
Northwesterners know the real beauty of southwest British Columbia. Travelers in this area often pop across the border for short sojourns to Vancouver, or slip aboard ferries to Victoria. But the southwest corner of B.C. encompasses more than just grand metropolitan areas, it also has sun-toasted island beaches, vast tracks of forestland, and fierce but picturesque snowcapped mountains. Beauty of every kind meshes here and creates a year-round scenic playground. Bring a loved one. Bring the kids. Call your best friend and plan a road trip. Come taste the wine, ski the mountains, and visit some of the world’s most famous landmarks, but bring this guide with you and discover that there truly is something for everyone.
The Cascade Mountains divide Washington into two regions known informally as the Wet Side and the Dry Side. This is your guide to the Wet Side, that amazlingly diverse expanse between the volcanic peaks of the Cascades and the Pacific Ocean. By the standards of western states, Washington is by no means large, and Western Washington is only a small portion of the state. Yet packed into this space are three national parks, a national volcanic monument, surf-washed ocean beaches, quiet inland coves, major league big-city facilities, an array of small towns, and just about anything you could ask for in a vacation.
From oceanscapes to desert vistas to snowcapped mountains dressed in fir, Oregon offers a Northwest experience like no other. Incredible places and exciting activities can be enjoyed year-round. Whether your idea of a vacation includes kite-flying on the beach, wine-country touring, strolling around Portland’s many colorful neighborhoods, or riding the rapids on a wild river, you’ll find what you’re looking for in the multifaceted state that we call home.
Many people don't know much about Idaho except "famous potatoes." But since you are here, you would probably like to know more. Idaho's door is open to family travelers, outdoor enthusiats, adventure seekers, or those just looking for a relaxing getaway. Whichever part of this magnificant state you choose to discover, you'll find spectacular scenery, fun things to do and friendly, helpful people. You'll also find a place that's unhurried, unspoiled and unassuming.
A true vacation means the chance to explore different experiences, different cultures, different times-places and destinations that whisk you away from the here and now. Montana is one of those kinds of places. Big Sky, open land, majestic mountains and friendly people combine to make Montana the "Treasure State". Explore Big Sky country and discover all the treasures it has to offer. |
