A quiet reading place at Oregon Country Fair 2010 - See more pics on my site at www.michaelholden.com
What to do and see on a four day road trip starting in Bergen and heading north through Norway’s most prized and scenic fjords.
Deschutes River Bend, Oregon
Start Your Norway in a Nutshell Tour by Train from Oslo Summer break is almost here and maybe Norway is on your list. If you haven't taken the overnight ferry from Copenhagen to Oslo - that is an experience in and of itself. Spend time in the elegant and accessible city, but don't limit your
Discover 25 of the best hikes on the Oregon coast, featuring rugged coastline trails and epic ocean views.
Robert Landau is a Los Angeles-based photographer with a global archive of travel and location images. As an ongoing feature to this site, Robert will be contributing outstanding photos from his collection along with brief stories about the location and what went into getting the photo. On a recent trip to Oregon, I was interested...
Uncover the breathtaking beauty of the Oregon Coast, from rugged cliffs to pristine beaches, scenic drives, historic lighthouses, and teeming tide pools.
Niagara Falls often steals the U.S. waterfalls spotlight, but there are many falls across the country that challenge this New York star.
Overlook of the bucolic Willamette Valley, from Mount Pisgah, near Eugene, Oregon
This is a truly unique hike, unlike any other. Wade through a river, which varies in depth depending on the time of year...the river is the trail! Oneonta Gorge is one of those hidden treasures that you just have to see to believe. Tucked away within the stunning Columbia River Gorge (which is a natural wonder all on its own), this magical creek might be one of America's most beautiful hikes. It was a miner '49er named Carleton Eugene Watkins, originally on the West Coast for the California gold rush, who first photographed the area, and he was the one who gave the gorge its name-- he called it "Oneonta" after his hometown of Oneonta, New York. Just fair warning-- if you do plan on hiking through the enchanting gorge, be prepared to get wet; at times the stream itself is the actual trail, taking you past enormus basalt walls covered in emerald green moss and bubbling, sparkling waterfalls. The lower gorge is a protected habitat for the rares lichens and ferns and wildlife, hence the need to walk upstream through the creek. There are four major waterfalls along the gorge (Upper Oneonta Falls, Middle Oneonta Falls, Lower Oneonta Falls and the triple falls), so the hike, which at times can be through chest-deep water, is totally worth it. If you'd rather not get wet while exploring Oneonta, don't sweat-- there are also trails and observation decks and bridges on dry land through other parts of the verdant gorge, so people of all hiking skill levels can experience it for themselves. - Roadtrippers The Oneonta Gorge is in the Columbia River Gorge in the state of Oregon. The U.S. Forest Service has designated it as a botanical area because of the unique aquatic and woodland plants that grow there. The basalt walls are home to a wide variety of ferns, mosses, hepatics and lichens, many of which grow only in the Columbia River Gorge. Oneonta Creek runs through the gorge. There are four major waterfalls on the creek. Middle Oneonta Falls can be seen clearly from a footpath and is very often mistaken for the upper or lower falls. The lower gorge has been preserved as a natural habitat, so there is no boardwalk or footpath through it as such. Thus, Lower Oneonta Falls can only be seen by walking upstream from the creek's outlet at the Historic Columbia River Highway. To get to a vantage point where the entire lower falls is visible can require wading through water that in some places can be chest-deep, depending on the season and the relative amount of snow-melt. The upper falls are about 1 mile upstream from the middle falls and require scrambling up the creek or climbing down a canyon wall to view. The fourth falls which is "Triple falls" can be seen from a vantage point on the upper trails in the canyon. The Oneonta Gorge was first photographed by Carleton Emmons Watkins, a native of Oneonta, New York, who had traveled west during the time of California Gold Rush of 1849. Watkins named the Oneonta Falls after his hometown.
Take a scenic winter drive on one of these stunning byways in Oregon. Take in majestic mountains, windswept beaches, and powerful ocean waves.
Spring blooms basking in the remaining minutes of sunset light in the Columbia River Gorge. Please Note: My images are posted here for viewing enjoyment only. Do not use without my permission. All Rights are Reserved. Thank you.
This winter, consider a trip to the Oregon Coast to explore the beautiful and historic sights, all while enjoying the refreshing ocean air.
Willamette Valley, the heart of Oregon wine country, is quickly growing in popularity. Take the advice of a local and follow this Willamette Valley wine weekend itinerary focusing on which wineries to visit, top restaurants, and what order to do it all in! #willamettevalley #oregonwinecountry #willamettevalleywine #oregon #usatravel
Stockholm, Sweden - September 2013
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If you’ve visited a mostly empty mall close to closing time or a hotel that is almost completely vacant, you no doubt have been struck with a feeling of creeping unease, possibly mixed with some deja vu. You would not be alone in this feeling, and the ubiquity of smartphones these days means that internet users are documenting all the places that unsettle them.
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Explore Denmark's Second City in Jutland Aarhus Serves up Old and New IN A GREEN WAY as a European City of Culture When most people (outside of Denmark) think of Denmark, they might instantly conjure Copenhagen. As the capital of this country, it's not difficult to consider why. But Copenhagen doesn't define all of Denmark.
Here's a guide to the best things to see in Dinan France, as well as why you must visit this gorgeous Breton town in Northern Brittany!
Summer hums above the Arctic Circle For a while now, my internal compass has been pulling me north. Recently, I answered the call. And I am so happy I did. We just returned from a 10 day trip to Northern Norway. Above the Arctic Circle. I had seen pictures and read stories but truly underestimated
Travel in Norway on the Oslo to Bergen train - one of the world's most scenic railway journeys. How to travel and where to sit on the Oslo Bergen train.
This is a truly unique hike, unlike any other. Wade through a river, which varies in depth depending on the time of year...the river is the trail! Oneonta Gorge is one of those hidden treasures that you just have to see to believe. Tucked away within the stunning Columbia River Gorge (which is a natural wonder all on its own), this magical creek might be one of America's most beautiful hikes. It was a miner '49er named Carleton Eugene Watkins, originally on the West Coast for the California gold rush, who first photographed the area, and he was the one who gave the gorge its name-- he called it "Oneonta" after his hometown of Oneonta, New York. Just fair warning-- if you do plan on hiking through the enchanting gorge, be prepared to get wet; at times the stream itself is the actual trail, taking you past enormus basalt walls covered in emerald green moss and bubbling, sparkling waterfalls. The lower gorge is a protected habitat for the rares lichens and ferns and wildlife, hence the need to walk upstream through the creek. There are four major waterfalls along the gorge (Upper Oneonta Falls, Middle Oneonta Falls, Lower Oneonta Falls and the triple falls), so the hike, which at times can be through chest-deep water, is totally worth it. If you'd rather not get wet while exploring Oneonta, don't sweat-- there are also trails and observation decks and bridges on dry land through other parts of the verdant gorge, so people of all hiking skill levels can experience it for themselves. - Roadtrippers The Oneonta Gorge is in the Columbia River Gorge in the state of Oregon. The U.S. Forest Service has designated it as a botanical area because of the unique aquatic and woodland plants that grow there. The basalt walls are home to a wide variety of ferns, mosses, hepatics and lichens, many of which grow only in the Columbia River Gorge. Oneonta Creek runs through the gorge. There are four major waterfalls on the creek. Middle Oneonta Falls can be seen clearly from a footpath and is very often mistaken for the upper or lower falls. The lower gorge has been preserved as a natural habitat, so there is no boardwalk or footpath through it as such. Thus, Lower Oneonta Falls can only be seen by walking upstream from the creek's outlet at the Historic Columbia River Highway. To get to a vantage point where the entire lower falls is visible can require wading through water that in some places can be chest-deep, depending on the season and the relative amount of snow-melt. The upper falls are about 1 mile upstream from the middle falls and require scrambling up the creek or climbing down a canyon wall to view. The fourth falls which is "Triple falls" can be seen from a vantage point on the upper trails in the canyon. The Oneonta Gorge was first photographed by Carleton Emmons Watkins, a native of Oneonta, New York, who had traveled west during the time of California Gold Rush of 1849. Watkins named the Oneonta Falls after his hometown.
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Many of you may be acquainted with the phenomenon of cranial deformation, and the presence of elongated skulls in Peru. However, the drawing above, from the 19th century, is of a child from the Columbia River area of Washington or Oregon on the west coast of the United States. The process for creating this skull...
From Cornwall to the Cotswolds, each of these little gems makes for a perfect escape from the city. We've picked out a few of the best pretty villages in England to explore.
Uncover the breathtaking beauty of the Oregon Coast, from rugged cliffs to pristine beaches, scenic drives, historic lighthouses, and teeming tide pools.
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Everything you need for planning the perfect wine tasting weekend in Oregon's Willamette Valley.
With endless waterfalls, hot springs, and volcanoes here are 10 reasons to ditch your travel plans for Iceland and go to Oregon instead!
