portland style
Is it the coffee culture that gave the ‘Portlanders’ the idea? Or perhaps the world record density of beer breweries per capita? Or else the fact that the Oregon city is surrounded by wineries? Whatever it is, a place that chooses ‘Keep Portland Weird’ as the city motto must have a vibe. A good vibe […] more…
bunking at the barn
Whereas most people head down south, driving up-coast from San Francisco can be rewarding. Not only do you get some quality time with the Golden Gate, after crossing the Bay, you’ll be driving through your own carmercial. Hills roll over to you, the sea waves at you and the road curves for you. You are […] more…
the palace of sweets
Once a brothel and nicknamed the Palace of Sweets, the Palace Hotel today is a charming place at the waterfront of a time capsule called Port Townsend. Port Townsend was meant to become the largest harbor at the West coast. That at least was the plan back in the 19th century. But the world changed […] more…
house of happy walls
“The grapes on a score of rolling hills are red with autumn flame. Across Sonoma Mountains wisps of sea fog are stealing. The afternoon sun smolders in a drowsy sky. I have everything to make me glad I am alive. I am filled with dreams and mysteries. I am all sun and air and sparkle. […] more…
tales from the wall
Where was Scott McKenzie when he wrote ’If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to wear flowers in your hair.’ Was he laying in a park in Haight Ashbury, did he hang, totally stoned, somewhere in Amsterdam, or was he perhaps sitting on the pavement in The Mission District? The Mission District is, put […] more…
ghosts on route 66
The road shines, the air trembles. In front of the Chevy’s white nose, tumbleweed leads the way. Just when its about to get a metal kiss, it jumps into the desert. Dancing gracefully with the wind, swirling passionately above the sand. Was there ever a better time to listen to The Sons of the Pioneers: […] more…
urban wildlife autoroute canada usa
Between Vancouver and San Francisco lies a wilderness. A wilderness inhabited by bears, killer whales and wooden giants over a thousand years old. It is a wilderness of which parts have been tamed by men over the last couple of centuries. Where cities rose next to mountains and glass and concrete are kissed by the […] more…
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