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Travel dreams come true at 5 destinations

August 1, 2021, 5:51am Life

Make your travel dreams come alive. Here are five family vacation ideas to consider: Read story

An unidentified paddler, who had slipped under the safety cables above the Upper Falls Dam moments earlier, glides past the Spokane Convention Center and toward the Riverfront Park clock tower on July 18, just after sunset. Because of nearby dams, spillways and water intakes, boating is not allowed in this area, which is controlled by Avista for its hydropower projects and public safety.

Photo provides teaching moment: Spokane River paddler’s actions illegal, unsafe

An unidentified paddler, who had slipped under the safety cables above the Upper Falls Dam moments earlier, glides past the Spokane Convention Center and toward the Riverfront Park clock tower on July 18, just after sunset. Because of nearby dams, spillways and water intakes, boating is not allowed in this area, which is controlled by Avista for its hydropower projects and public safety.

July 31, 2021, 6:00am Life

It’s a serene moment, captured perfectly by Spokesman-Review photographer Jesse Tinsley. Read story

Scout Lake at sunset in July 2020.

Take a dip in Central Oregon swimming holes this summer

Scout Lake at sunset in July 2020.

July 28, 2021, 6:00am Latest News

This summer is shaping up to be a hot one across Central Oregon and the West. There are ample places to cool off, whether it involves wading in a crystal clear creek or river to fish, or taking a hike through a shady section of forest, but nothing beats heading… Read story

Passengers line up as they head toward the terminal where they will check in for their cruise to Alaska aboard the Serenade of the Seas at Terminal 91 in Seattle on July 19, 2021. (Ellen M.

Cruise lines navigate complex rules as Alaska sailings resume from Seattle

Passengers line up as they head toward the terminal where they will check in for their cruise to Alaska aboard the Serenade of the Seas at Terminal 91 in Seattle on July 19, 2021. (Ellen M.

July 25, 2021, 6:00am Business

It’s a sight Seattle hasn’t seen in a while: lines of vacationers at Pier 91, many dressed in Hawaiian shirts, bucket hats and sunglasses, with suitcases and smiles. The Majestic Princess floats on their left, the Serenade of Seas to the right. Read story

The frugal traveler can still have a great time

July 23, 2021, 6:00am Life

That first post-vaccine vacation is finally a possibility for many, but after more than a year without travel, the sticker shock is no joke. In general, travel prices are increasing to reflect higher demand. Read story

This undated photo provided by Walt Disney World shows Disney characters at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Walt Disney World is planning an 18-month celebration in honor of its 50th anniversary, starting in October 2021.

Animatronic Biden joining Hall of Presidents at Disney World

This undated photo provided by Walt Disney World shows Disney characters at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Walt Disney World is planning an 18-month celebration in honor of its 50th anniversary, starting in October 2021.

July 20, 2021, 9:11am Life

Forget an inauguration ceremony. The true indicator of having made it as president is being added to the Hall of Presidents at Walt Disney World in Florida, an honor President Joe Biden will soon receive. Read story

A climber tests a beginners wall, learning top-roping techniques during a Climbing 101 class at Stone Gardens in Seattle.

Washington a rock climber’s playground; here’s a primer on how to start rock climbing

A climber tests a beginners wall, learning top-roping techniques during a Climbing 101 class at Stone Gardens in Seattle.

July 11, 2021, 6:00am Life

Featuring alpine granite, towering basalt columns and gargantuan boulders, Washington offers no shortage of varied rock-climbing terrain. Read story

Once reaching the volcano's rim, many hikers ski or glissade several miles down the mountain.

‘I never imagined … a cold night on the mountain’: Mount St. Helens summit attempt humbles writer

Once reaching the volcano's rim, many hikers ski or glissade several miles down the mountain.

July 5, 2021, 6:05am Life

On a recent Thursday morning, I packed a bag with the 10 essentials and set out for a bucket-list hike: the summit of Mount St. Helens. The week before I had snagged one of the last June permits for the Worm Flows winter route — a 12-mile trek, with the… Read story

A fisherman casts his reel into the Columbia River from the dock at the Doetsch day-use area at Beacon Rock State Park.

Here are 10 soul-satisfying day trips you can take around Washington

A fisherman casts his reel into the Columbia River from the dock at the Doetsch day-use area at Beacon Rock State Park.

July 5, 2021, 6:00am Editor's Choice

Sometimes, You’ve Just got to pull up the stakes and go. For many of us, the tugging has already started. Read story

How to camp on a budget: Buy used gear to make outdoors fun affordable

July 4, 2021, 6:02am Life

A light bulb went off in my head a few months back while I was shedding myself of some unneeded camping gear. Perhaps I should say dots were connected. Or maybe a light bulb went off, connecting dots. Read story