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OR/WA Coast Events – Memorial Weekend 2013

May 11th, 2013

Take advantage of the 3 day weekend coming up and getaway to the beach! Memorial Day Weekend is honored with Blessing of the Fleet Ceremonies in several cities along the Oregon and Washington Coast. You can also find some fun happenings like  Garage Sales, Quilt Shows, Parades and Wine-n-Music Festivals. Book your lodging as soon as possible! Use our vacation rentals search … + read more

Lincoln City Mutt Masters Dog Show & Olympics – 2013

April 23rd, 2013

The annual Mutt Masters Dog Show and Olympics is scheduled for Saturday June 29th this year at the Athletic Field located in the Historic Taft District. Book your Lincoln City vacation rental now for this “for fun” event. They welcome friendly dogs of all ages, sizes and breeds to participate as well as handlers with all skill levels! The Mutt Masters Show benefits … + read more

Pacific City Birding and Blues Festival~ 2013

April 12th, 2013

If you need a last minute getaway this weekend, head to Pacific City on the Oregon Coast and enjoy this annual event in its tenth year. The Pacific City Birding and Blues Festival features birding experts, field trips, presentations and workshops during the day and some fantastic music and dancing in the evening. Book your stay in … + read more

Rockaway Beach Annual Kite Festival – 2013

April 6th, 2013

Video by jetswing The annual Rockaway Kite Festival will feature professional and amateur kite fliers on Friday May 17th through Sunday May 19th at the new Ocean’s Edge Wayside. Anyone who wants to bring their own kite is welcome and encouraged to do so. Come and take part or just relax and enjoy the show. … + read more

Newport Oregon – Spring Break 2013

March 16th, 2013

Looking for Spring Break activities on the Oregon Coast? Here is some great information from our friends at www.BeachConnection.net: (Newport, Oregon) – It’s the town with two lighthouses, numerous aquarium and science attractions, a host of hiking possibilities, a waterfront full of sea lions and mammoth ships, some of the hottest bay crabbing on the coast, and miles … + read more

Washington Coast Whale Watching

March 4th, 2013

The best times to experience whale watching along the Washington Coast are during the months of March, April and May while the whales migrate to the warm waters of Mexico. The gray whale makes the longest journey traveling 10-14 thousand miles round trip from feeding grounds to breeding lagoons. Gray whales migrate close to the coastline making it great for … + read more

Oregon Coast Agate Hunting

February 19th, 2013

You can enjoy agate hunting on the Oregon Coast during any season, especially after a storm. Most always you can find these treasures near the shore where the tide has deposited a variety of pebbles and rocks. While it’s fun to search at the edge of tide and near the ocean for agates, you have to … + read more

Oregon Coast Crawler – Scenic Steam Train Ride

February 5th, 2013

Plan your fall vacation early this year! On October 5th 2013, the one and only Oregon Coast Crawler will take you on a memorable 7.5  hour journey of exploration and beautiful Oregon scenery, all by vintage train powered by a historic steam locomotive. Book your North Oregon Coast vacation around this date and experience this fun all day … + read more

Winter Discoveries on the Oregon Coast

January 24th, 2013

Here is some great information from BeachConnection.net offering plenty of reasons to visit Oregon’s beaches during the Winter Season. Book your Oregon beach vacation rental now and don’t miss out on these fun adventures! Wild Winter Wonders to Look for on Oregon Coast~ by Oregon Coast Beach Connection (Oregon Coast) – Winter on the Oregon coast means plenty of storms … + read more

Newport Seafood and Wine Festival – 2013

January 16th, 2013

It’s the 36th Annual Newport Seafood and Wine Festival!  Enjoy four days of fun at this premier event with nearly 20,000 visitors joining coastal residents beginning February 21- 24th. Book your stay well in advance as lodging books up quickly. Choose from our great selection of Newport vacation rentals and find the perfect place to stay every year!  Pacific NW Wineries pour … + read more