Raise your hand if you have too much stuff. I’ve got both hands in the air, and while I appreciate every loved one who generously gifts me an object, my less-than-huge home is already bursting at the seams. That’s one reason I love the trend I’ve seen in recent years … Continue reading
If your Thanksgiving fantasies involve a delicious mix of skiing and mountain biking, blended up with some of the best shopping and dining around, you’re in for a treat during your Bend Thanksgiving vacation. Wondering what’s happening Thanksgiving week in Bend? Gobs of stuff! Here’s what’s in store for everyone … Continue reading
It’s that time again. Time to fall back for Daylight Savings 2018. Here in Bend, we’ll switch our clocks just after midnight on November 3, which means we all gain an extra hour. What’s the best way to spend it? Grab a Bend happy hour Countless bars and breweries around … Continue reading
If there’s one holiday that perfectly captures the awesomeness of being in Bend, it’s Independence Day. That’s my humble opinion, but considering July 4 is one of the busiest days for Bend tourism, I’m not the only one who feels that way. From the waggy-tailed joy of the Pet Parade … Continue reading
Today we’re going to talk about 7 things your mom secretly wants you to do for her in Bend. By “your mom” I might mean “me.” And by “you” I might mean “my family.” But since it’s almost Mother’s Day Weekend 2018, I figure this list might hold true for … Continue reading
Bend is one of the most amazing places on earth to spend winter break, no matter which holiday you’re celebrating these last couple weeks of December. Heck, you don’t even need to celebrate a holiday—there are festivities galore for people from all walks of life. Scoping out visitbend.com is a … Continue reading
In recent years, gift giving trends have swung from gifting “objects” to gifting “experiences,” which is pretty awesome in my book. Giftwrapping is easier, not to mention there’s less uncertainty about whether a gift is wanted or where the recipient will store more stuff. Luckily, Bend is packed full of … Continue reading
A couple weeks ago I shared 25 Bend experiences that make great holiday gifts. While I’m a big advocate for giving experiences instead of things, there are times you want something tangible to put under the tree I get it. With that in mind, here are five things you can … Continue reading
This marks my 42nd Christmas on planet earth, and more than half of those have been in Bend. About half of those have been an actual white Christmas, which gives us decent odds of having some fluff on the ground December 25, 2016. But what can you do to guarantee it? … Continue reading
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