Are you looking to take your Valentine to the beach this year? Well.. you don’t have to wait until Valentines Day to take advantage of this great romantic getaway deal..  The Inn at Cape Kiwanda in beautiful Pacific City Oregon is offering a Two Night Sweet Escape Package any day in February.. you can escape and enjoy this romantic getaway special now!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day every day in February~ Sweet Escape 2 Night Package ♥

The package includes two relaxing nights in an ocean view room with a stunning view of Haystack Rock and the Pacific Ocean, a bottle of Eola Hills Chardonnay or Pinot Noir wine, delectable truffles by Posh Sweets, “Ocean Ambiance” basket of spa products, $25 dining credit for the Pelican Pub & Brewery and a $10 Stimulus Espresso Cafe gift card. Haven’t you been dreaming of stealing away for a relaxing weekend at your favorite little beach town?

At the Inn at Cape Kiwanda, you can experience beautiful boutique hotel accommodations on the Oregon Coast.  No need to settle for anything else. They have worked hard to make certain the Inn has everything you’ll need for a comfortable, relaxed stay…

• Ocean-view balconies
• Flat-screen LCD televisions
• DVD player and complimentary library
• Pillow-top mattresses
• Leather sofas in single bed rooms
• Free wi-fi
• Gas fireplaces
• Aveda bath products
• Complimentary morning newspaper
• Complimentary bottled water

Visit the Inn at Cape Kiwanda to book now or call and speak to a reservation specialist at 888-965-7001

~Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH ♥

Pacific Beach, Moclips, Aloha & Seabrook WA~ February 24, 25 & 26

The Chocolate Festival on the Beach was so popular in its fourth year event, that it’s reported visitors and vendors are making their travel plans far in advance for 2012… you haven’t booked your Pacific Beach lodging yet, hurry as the winter storm last year didn’t stop this fun event from surpassing expectations!

Enjoy three miles of chocolate! There are events taking place all the way from Seabrook to Moclips. They also have Two vendor buildings this year. You could say State Route 109 and Ocean Beach Rd./Main St. in Pacific Beach, Is Chocolate Central… then the chocolate ripples out from there.

The Chocolate on the Beach Festival has grown so much that it has become its own entity. Their mission is to unite the North Beach community and businesses by providing a charitable, fun and entertaining experience that would enhance tourism and economic growth through the diversity of chocolate.  A percentage of the proceeds will benefit the Museum of the North Beach’s Moclips Depot Rebuilding Project.

The Local Business community welcomes you to entertain your taste buds all weekend long, with special Chocolate Menus and Events!

~ Chocolate Bake Sale
~ Chocolate Vendors and Crafts
~ Chocolate and Wine
~ Chocolate Recipe Contest
~ Family Events and Much More!!
~ Admission is only $5 per adult, includes both Saturday & Sunday!

For more information visit Chocolate on the Beach Festival 2012~ Enjoy

Video by Kevdude111 – Oregon Coast Waves in Slow Motion

If you love to watch an Oregon Coast winter storm, now is the time to enjoy some fantastic discount rates when you stay in an Oregon Coast vacation rental. You can relax indoors and watch the pounding surf from a cozy ocean front getaway… then head to the beach at low tide after a storm to find treasures washed in… an ideal time to find agates or maybe even a rare glass float!

Winter at the beach is a great time for uncrowded shopping in unique specialty shops… its also a great time to stay in and just relax… there is no place like the beach during the quiet season to rest and renew.

Here are just a few examples of some great discounts offered on Oregon Coast lodging during the Fall and Winter Season:

Beachcombers NW Seasonal Specials  also see this page for Last Minute Deals and Availability

Oregon Beach Vacations Winter Booking Sale!  12/1/11 – 2/24/12 – Save 25% off the nightly rate. Restrictions Apply: Excluded Dates 12/18/11 – 1/3/12 and 2/24-26/12. All stays must be completed by 2/28/2012. Use Promo Code 1111 when you reserve online.

Oregon Shores Vacation Rentals Winter Special *Rent 2+ Get 1 FREE! If you rent 2 or more consecutive nights you will receive 1 additional consecutive night FREE. Your reservation arrival date must be after 10/15/2011 and your reservation departure date must be before 03/09/2012. *

~ Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!

Are your looking for pet friendly oceanfront lodging on the Washington Coast? Vacations by the Sea offers oceanfront dog friendly condos in Westport… a perfect choice for a Washington beach vacation for you and your dogs!

Vacations by the Sea believes dogs are part of your family… they know dogs love the beach and you don’t want to leave your friend at home… so  bring them along ! They have the most pet friendly units to choose from on the Washington Coast!  Their pet friendly units are very popular year round and frequently sell out on weekends so it is best to call early for the best selection.

They do charge a $30 pet fee per stay and there are a few common sense rules outlined the their pet policy.  By making a reservation and entering the condo you agree to all terms and conditioned outlined in the pet policy agreement. The rules are simple and straight forward – the basic tenet being that you are responsible for your dog at all times and if your dog creates a problem, you agree to take responsibility for it.  They offer convenient wash stations located throughout the property to hose off your dog before heading back up to the condo too!

Vacations by the Sea loves meeting well mannered dogs so bring them in during check-in for a special treat

*Photo & information provided by Vacations by the Sea Pet Friendly Condos, Westport WA

Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!

Winter storm watching, discounts on vacation rentals, and uncrowded beaches are just a few reasons to visit the Oregon Coast during the quiet season… We’d like to share this great Black Friday Special from Oregon Beach Vacations!

Starting Black Friday November 25 – Cyber Monday November 27th 2011~ you can save 25% off the nightly rental rate for your winter getaway at a participating Oregon Beach Vacations property.

Use Promo Code 1111 when you reserve a stay online between November 25, 2011 and February 28, 2012. Offer Good: 11/25/2011 – 11/28/2011

Check out their special offer and plan your winter escape to the Oregon Coast~

*Do your holiday shopping at the Coastal Outlet Mall
*Snuggle up in a cozy cottage for winter storm watching
*Give the gift of an Oregon Beach vacation!

Certain restrictions apply. New reservations only. This offer is not available 12/18/11-1/3/12 and 2/24-2/26/12.  All stays must be completed by 2/28/2012.

This information is provided by Oregon Beach Vacations - Please visit their website for full details and view the list of participating Oregon Coast vacation rentals.

~Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!

Pacific City Banquet Room

Whether you are planning an Oregon Coast wedding, family reunion or business retreat…  you’ll want to check out all that Pacific City has to offer…

The Pelican Pub & Brewery features beachfront event space that can be configured any number of ways. At one end of the room is a giant gas fireplace—at the other, a drop-down screen for all your multi-media needs. At the front of the room, glass doors open out onto our patio bringing indoors to outdoors making your event space even larger.  Across the street at the Inn at Cape Kiwanda, you’ll find a smaller meeting venue with an equally amazing view.

If you’re planning an event at the beach, chances are good you’ll have people who want to stay overnight. Choose from three different lodging choices to meet most every need imaginable. Adjacent to the Pelican Pub & Brewery are the luxurious Cottages at Cape Kiwanda that can sleep up to six people. Across the street is the Inn at Cape Kiwanda, with 35 deluxe ocean-view rooms, and a mere two-minute car ride will take your guests to Shorepine Village, where you’ll find a variety of  Pacific City vacation rental homes available.

*Event Planning Services * Catering Services *Lodging Coordinator

They are ready and willing to work with you however you need to make certain your next event is the best one ever!

Information provided by YourLittleBeachTown.com~

Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!

Take a fall trip to the Oregon Coast and visit Yachats during their Annual Mushroom Festival, a fun event for all ages. Reserve your getaway in a Yachats vacation rental and enjoy all that the fall season has to offer at the beach (including lower rates for vacation rental lodging)

Enjoy wild forest mushroom cuisine at local restaurants, expert led mushroom walks, talks and exhibits, culinary mushroom workshops, culinary mushroom markets, wine tasting, and live entertainment. Guided mushroom walks and exhibits are FREE and open to the public.

October 21 – 23rd, 2011~ 12th Annual Yachats Village Mushroom Fest

Friday 5 pm – Sunday 5 pm
Yachats Commons, Cape Perpetua and About Town

Beginning Friday Oct 21~ 7:30 p.m
Yachats Commons Auditorium, Hwy. 101 and W 5th St. [#15]

The Wheel of Fungi, Chapter Nine
Featuring Keynote Speaker; David Arora
Acclaimed mushroom expert and author of Mushrooms Demystified and All That The Rain Promises & More will deliver the festival’s opening night keynote address. (It’s a fun-guy fungi address!) Admission $13, $8 students. Tickets available (beginning September 16) at the Yachats Visitors Center, 241 Hwy 101, and sold at the door. FMI 541-547-3530, 800-929-0477.

Free Events include

• Mushroom Exhibits Rm 8, Yachats Commons
• Mushroom Walks at Gerdemann Botanical Preserve;  3 walks on Saturday & 2 walks on Sunday
• Mushroom Walks at Cape Perpetua; 17 walks on Saturday & 5 walks on Sunday
• Mushroom Slideshows at Cape Perpetua Theater

Note: There is a $5 parking fee at Cape Perpetua unless you have a FS or Oregon Coast Passport (or) buy a wristband and take the shuttle.

For more information on $5 Festival Wristbands, Workshop Schedules, Exhibits & Activity Details: Visit the Yachats Chamber of Commerce website or call 1-800-929-0477 – 541-547-3530.

~ See you there… thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!

Photo Compliments of~ The Blue Heron Vacation Rental

Lincoln City Fall Kite Festival ~ October 8-9, 2011

The Fall Kite Festival is held on the beach, in the center of Lincoln City, at the D-River Wayside from 10am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday. If you need lodging, here is a great list of Lincoln City vacation rentals to choose from… enjoy ocean front views, hot tubs, pet friendly accommodations and more!

This year’s theme is “Rockin’ the Rokkaku!” The festival will include kite flying demonstrations by experts, including Connor Doran, a finalist in 2010 on the top-rated NBC series, America’s Got Talent! Connor auditioned along with 90,000 people and brought indoor kite flying to the world.

The weekend includes featured fliers, family-friendly activities like kite-making, a kid’s kite parade, a Rokkaku (six-sided kite) aerial battle with past national champion Ronda Brewer, and a mass ascension.

Schedule for Both Days:

10:00am Opening Announcements, Past Rokkaku Battle National Champion, Ronda Brewer will teach you the “Art of Battle.” Meet her on the north end of the beach.

10:00am-11:30am Kite-Making Workshop with PhantomStarDesign.com

10:00am-2:00pm Kite-making for Kids

10:00am-Noon Featured Kite Fliers
(selection based upon wind conditions needed by the fliers)

Noon-2:00pm Rokkaku Mass Ascension & Battle

2:00pm Kids’ Parade

2:30pm-4:00pm Featured Kite Fliers
(selection based upon wind conditions needed by the fliers)

4:00pm Closing

Schedule is subject to change due to circumstances beyond control, including weather. Times are approximate.

*Kite Festival Information is provided by the Lincoln City Visitors Center at: OregonCoast.org

~ Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!

Planning a trip to the Central Oregon Coast? View our selection of  Depoe Bay vacation rentals and plan your next  Depoe Bay vacation around this traditional annual event!

Photo Compliments~ SeaQuell Depoe Bay Vacation Rental

Indian Style Salmon Bake

Enjoy a succulent salmon meal, great performances and music…  Over 2,000 pounds of salmon is slow roasted to perfection on alder stakes, just as the native Americans did 2,000 years ago. Watch as native Americans perform their traditional dance and song.

When: 9/17 /201110:00 – 5:00

Location: Depoe Bay City Park
Cost: In advance:$15 adults, $9 age 10 and under
At the gate:$18 adults, $10 age 10 and under

Information provided by the Depoe Bay Chamber of Commerce

For more information:
Phone: 541-765-2889
info@depoebaychamber.org

~ Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!

~ Seaside Beach Volleyball “A look at last years 2010 tournament” from PDXposed ~

Seaside Beach Volleyball Tournament 2011~ August 12,13 & 14

Seaside Oregon is the place to be to be next weekend during their 30th consecutive year of the largest amateur beach volleyball tournament in the world!  In 2010 this event drew over 810 teams playing on 104 courts during the three days of competition..  divisions range from Parent & Child to Masters 55+, Men, Women & Co-ed Open Divisions that feature current and retired AVP ranked players. Seaside Beach Volleyball is consistently the highest ranked and most visited amateur beach volleyball tournament around!  The teams travel from as far as the East Coast and Hawaii as well as Canada.

Seaside Beach Volleyball is produced by The Seaside Chamber of Commerce in association with the Elevation Group, one of the nation’s leading Sports & Music marketing and event production firms. The major sponsors are Bud Light, Clatsop Distributing, Monster Energy Drink, Spalding, Peterson CAT, Plastic Clothing and US Open Beach Volleyball. The Seaside Chamber’s annual sponsors Fred Meyer and Pacific Power help make the event possible.

~ Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!