3 Best Day Trips from Portland, OR | Condé Nast Traveler

"The Oregon Coast is famous for its slow pace and dramatic scenery, waves crashing against towering sea stacks and mist twirling through forests of evergreens. But Astoria offers an entirely different, and arguably richer, point of view. Set at the Northwestern tip of the state, where the mighty Columbia River empties into the expansive Pacific, it’s an endearing mash-up of old-timey charm and trendy cool, small town vibes and bustling maritime energy. Watch the parade of container ships, feast on just-shucked oysters and fresh-caught fish, then settle in at one of the many breweries to lift a pint to this historic coastal town." - Danielle Centoni