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180 miles of Oregon coast travel: Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita,
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Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Wadport, Yachats & Florence.
11/06/06
Wine
Events Sparkle in Central Oregon Coast Town
(Newport,
Oregon) – The Oregon coast’s legendary Blu Cork Wine
Bar has announced a series of tempting events for the palate and
the soul, with wine tastings and a special wine dinner that promises
enormous things for those attending.
Friday,
November 10:
Tom from Galaxy Wines hosts a tasting of fine wines from A to Z
Wineworks. Newport folk ensemble The Sons of Beaches will perform
as well. Free. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 11:
A to Z Wine Dinner. Blu Cork hosts this special five-course meal
with wines from A to Z Wineworks. $45. 6 – 9.
Tradewinds
Motel, Rockaway Beach
If expansive ocean views, close proximity to
golfing, fishing tours and quick access to seven miles of
pristine beaches is your thing, then this quintessential beauty
in Rockaway Beach is your ticket to vacation fun for families,
couples or large groups. Some rooms are pet friendly. All
rooms at the Tradewinds Motel are immaculate and have TV’s,
VCR’s and in-room phones with data ports. The oceanfronts
all have a queen bed, a double hide-a-bed, kitchen, cozy firelog
fireplace and a private deck. Some oceanfront units come with
all those amenities but the kitchens. Both types sleep up
to four people. The non-oceanfront rooms are appointed with
a queen bed, small fridge, and coffee maker – sizable
for a two-person romantic getaway, yet still perfect for those
on a budget. There is an elaborate oceanfront Jacuzzi suite
that has two bedrooms, coming with a kitchen, double hide-a-bed,
fireplace and private deck, sleeping as many as six. For those
wanting bigger accommodations for family reunions or large
gatherings such as weddings, some rooms can connect to create
two-room and three-room suites. 523 N. Pacific St., Rockaway
Beach. (503) 355-2112 - 1-800-824-0938. www.tradewinds-motel.com |
The evening
starts off with their 2005 Oregon Pinot Blanc and a pear and apple
salad. It’s followed by the 2005 Oregon Chardonnay, paired
with an artichoke stuffed with cheese. Following that is A to Z’s
most surprisingly quaffable wines, their 2005 Oregon Rose, with
a three cheese and fig plate. Next is a pomegranate-infused pork
loin with roasted red pepper and pumpkin puree served with the popular
2005 Oregon Pinot Noir. This wine has garnered the most attention
for A to Z Wineworks, including a recommendation on “Queer
Eye for the Straight Guy” as well as Joshua Wesson on the
national food radio show, “The Splendid Table.”
Also
featured is a stunning Blu Cork specialty, braised buffalo loin
served with scratch gravy, smoked duck sausage and white beans.
It will be accompanied with a 2005 Night and Day Oregon Red Wine,
a blend of cabernet and merlot from Southern Oregon. Reservations
only.
Blu Cork Wine
Bar is at 613 SW Third Street, Newport. 541-265-2257.
Coming
at Blu Cork: Blue Jeans and Burgundy, Dec. 2
It’s a tribute to the wines in our own backyard. The event
will feature ambiance like a dance at the Grange Hall, with wineries
and growers joining in for right-off-the-farm fun. Patrons will
mosey from table to table, sampling the cutting edge and sometimes
rare wines. On hand will be boutique wineries, which are small and
often hard to obtain gems that are usually self-distributed. Hors
D'oeuvres will be serves. Cost will be $12.
Reservations
only. 613 SW Third Street, Newport. 541-265-2257.
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DIVE
INTO LUXURY, HISTORY AT THE TIDES
THE
TIDES BY THE SEA, Seaside. For over 80 years, The Tides has
been a favorite of Seaside visitors. History meets modern luxury
here. 51 oceanfront condos, individually owned and decorated. Find
suites for couples, small apartments with fireplaces and kitchenettes,
one or two bedroom family units with fireplaces, kitchens and dining
rooms. There are wonderful oceanview cottages that sleep anywhere
from two to eight people, with two bedrooms, some with lofts, fireplaces
and kitchens.
Meanwhile, the heated outdoor pool, enormous grounds with picnic
tables and location at the quiet southern end of Seaside make for
some memorable means of play and repose. 2316 Beach Drive. 800-548-2846.
www.thetidesbythesea.com. |
BREATHTAKING
CLIFFTOP IN NEWPORT
STARFISH
POINT is located on the Central Oregon Coast - in Newport
- and offers only the finest in luxury condominium lodging. At Starfish
Point, every unit is focused on the beauty of the sea and the beach.
All of the units boast two bedrooms, two bathrooms, designer kitchens,
wireless broadband Internet, fireplaces, Jacuzzi’s and private
decks - surrounding you in soothing relaxation. We have a friendly
staff dedicated to high quality and superb customer service. 140
NW 48th Street, Newport. (541) 265-3751. (800) 870-7795. www.starfishpoint.com |
Weiss'
Paradise Suites & Vacation Rentals - Seaside
Unique Luxury Accommodations in Seaside. 1BR Suites,
1BR & 2BR Duplex Units and 3BR Houses, units for 2-8 people.
Rent our entire property for 20-26. All units close to beach, river
and Broadway St.
Suites are designed for two adults; vacation rental units for families.
All units have kitchen and many have fireplace, deck and jetted
tub. Enjoy comfy robes & slippers, luxury bath amenities, quality
linens and more. See us on The Travel Channel's "Great Escapes"
show in August 2006. 741 S. Downing St., Seaside. 800-738-6691.
www.SeasideSuites.com
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D
Sands Condominium Motel, Lincoln City. Getting a free,
fresh baked cookie upon check-in is just the beginning. Every room
is beachfront, and it's all right up against Lincoln City's most
famous stretch of beach, next to the D River. Each room, comes as
a suite or mini-suite, and has a kitchen and balcony or patio. Some
have gas fireplaces, while all have a DVD Players with movies available
for renting (and movie rentals come with free popcorn). There's
a heated indoor pool, a spa, and this fabulous beach is lit at night.
Rooms sleep anywhere from two, four to six - including a deluxe
fireplace suite. Gift certificates are available, and they offer
special occasion packages as well. To make a reservation and see
a virtual tour of the rooms, visit our website at www.dsandsmotel.com.
171 S.W. Highway 101. 800-527-3925. |
Lincoln
City Vacation Homes
There’s something for everyone
among this selection of wondrous homes: smaller homes with a view
to a large house that sleeps 15. All the homes are either oceanfront
or just a few steps away from the sand – all with a low
bank access and fantastic views. Most are in the Nelscott area;
one is close to the casino. You’ll find a variety of goodies,
depending on the home: fireplaces, multiple bedrooms, dishwashers,
Jacuzzis, washer/dryers, hot tubs, cable TV, VCR, barbecues; there’s
a loft in one, and another sprawling home has two apartments.
Pets are allowed in some homes – ask ahead. Each comes with
complete kitchens so you’ll have a home away from home.
Most have the seventh night free. Prices range from winter $85
to summer $230 per night. www.getaway2thecoast.com.
541-994-8778.
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ASTORIA
Where the Columbia
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atmosphere & history |
SEASIDE
The Promenade,
Tillamook Head, family fun & broad, sandy beaches
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CANNON
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A mysterious
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NEHALEM
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DEPOE
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YACHATS
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