Yes, Independence is the literal starting point of the Oregon Trail and for that, it’s the place the route—and your road trip—will inevitably kick-off, however, this Missouri city deserves more credit ...

BBC Travel has published its list of the 20 best places to travel in 2026. The list of global destinations only includes two ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Will McGough writes about travel destinations and outdoor adventures. Hood River, Oregon is just an hour's drive from Portland.

With volcano views, forested bike paths, small-town restaurants and roadside attractions, Oregon 47 is a surprisingly good road trip destination. As Oregon schools prepare to go on spring break March ...

Travel can be frustrating. Case in point. ... The plan: A trip to southern Oregon by train. Boarding in Ventura County ... sleeping in a private roomette ... dining on the train (meals cooked to order ...

In 2025, the Statesman Journal outdoors team wrote about fascinating people and traveled to stunning places. Here's our 10 favorite.

Bo Tew is no stranger to the complications of wildfire when planning his Oregon travels. Last year wildfires forced the Hillsboro hiker to call off a trip to Diamond Lake, and almost canceled a ...