Whether you're looking for a romantic escape, a weekend outing with good friends, or a fun-filled family excursion, check out these great ideas for a winter or spring visit to Oregon Wine Country.

Girls' Getaway in Corvallis
Grab a girlfriend and head to Corvallis! Home to undiscovered shoe boutiques and the Retreat Day Spa, Corvallis is the perfect place for pampering. Add a bit of adventure by hiking at Marys Peak or birding at Finley National Wildlife Refuge. Top it off with delectable tastes of Corvallis at great restaurants along the waterfront, sips at local wineries, and bites of local artisan chocolates.

For more information, check out VisitCorvallis.com.
Romance in Oregon's Mt. Hood Territory


What's more romantic than a candlelit wine cellar on Valentine's? St. Josef's Winery welcomes Portland-based Chef Bronwen for a Winter Wine Dinner this Valentine's Day. Chef Bronwen will prepare a swoon-worthy, romantic four-course meal (complete with wine tastings and canapes in the cellar)! Already have Valentine's plans? Save the date for "Red Lips and Tulips" April 4 - 5 at the winery. Imagine tulips blooming, newly released red wines flowing, the Gypsy Jazz Trio playing and you - sharing homemade Hungarian goulash and touring the winery with founder Josef himself.

For more heart-stopping events go to Oregon's Mt. Hood Territory.

Photo by Michael Kevin Daly.
Happy Birthday, Oregon!
This Valentine's Day weekend, snow bums and newbies alike will head to the mountain for a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend. Willamette Pass is celebrating the state's Sesquicentennial with a Torch Light Parade down the mountain, a Sweetheart Snowball 2-for-1 twilight ski pass deal, music, raffle, races and more! To complete a great weekend in the Cascades, grab dinner and a pint at Brewers Union Local 180, located in Oakridge. At Oregon's only "real ale" pub and brewery, beer continues to mature in its barrel, producing great depth and character.

For more information, visit Travel Lane County.

Photo by Michael Kevin Daly.
Connect with Kids in Albany
It's all music and magic through March in Albany as the 2009 Children's Performing Arts Series continues with free Saturday performances at Linn-Benton Community College. Come see Bobs and Lolo on February 14th as they connect children to the natural world through music, movement and make-believe. On February 28th, Bill Mitchell will befuddle you and your children as he performs sleight-of-hand magic. Don't miss this great opportunity to connect with your kids in the beautiful Willamette Valley.

Check out other Albany events happening throughout the year.

Photo courtesy of City of Albany and Bobs and Lobo.
An Elegant Affair: Valentine's Day Weekend Package
For a romantic weekend worth remembering, visit the Brookside Inn in the Yamhill Valley. This lovely B&B located in Carlton has the perfect package for you and your sweetheart. Your Valentine's weekend will include a chauffeured car, two nights at the inn, an elegant Friday dinner at a local restaurant and a gourmet breakfast the next morning. Also included is a massage package for two, a wine tasting excursion and the Valentine's Day Winemaker's Dinner at Brookside featuring Chef Autumn Maddox and the celebrated wines of Archery Summit.



Book your stay online with the Brookside Inn or call 503.852.4433.

Photo by Doreen L. Wynja.
Wish on a Star in Salem
Gazing up from under five giant sequoia trees on the Willamette University campus, you'll see the sky framed by the shape of a star. The trees were planted more than 65 years ago by the Class of 1942 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first university in the West. Today, the secluded setting and romantic view of the stars is the perfect place to steal a smooch from your sweetheart. The Star Trees are located on State Street in front of Waller Hall (across from the Capitol) in Salem.

For more information, visit Travel Salem.

Photo courtesy of Frank Miller.

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