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We would sum up Washington State
as New England with a rugged twist.
It has all the natural beauty you could
wish for, not least the hundreds of
unspoilt islands, mountains and valleys
and the waterfront city of Seattle.
Oregon is similarly diverse, full of
natural wonders complemented with
that ‘small-town America’ feel.
Washington State & Oregon
THE CHARM OF OREGON
This is perhaps the most picturesque region of
the Pacific Northwest, highlighted by the 24 scenic
highways which make it particularly well suited
to a fly drive holiday. Coastal gems include Coos
Bay and the dunes of Reedsport but it’s worth a
detour off the coastal highways to venture inland.
Visit the mountainous region, which includes the
sapphire-blue Crater Lake in the Central Cascades
region and Columbia River Gorge. Don't miss
visits to Smith Rock State Park, Painted Hills
and Hells Canyon.
NATURAL WONDERS
We love the sheer diversity of Washington State,
from eerie forests to magnificent mountains and
uninhabited islands. Picture-perfect Seattle will
reward you with its eclectic eateries, lively music
scene and abundance of shopping. From there,
go hiking in the Cascade Mountains, Seattle’s
spectacular backdrop, or skiing on Mount Baker.
Join a boat trip through Puget Sound, or take a
floatplane to the peaceful San Juan Islands. There’s
wine tasting in Yakima Valley, the impressive Grand
Coulee Dam and activities such as white-water
rafting, canyoning and even llama trekking.
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