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Oregon Coast Tourist Attraction, Hotels, Win National Honors |
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Covering 180 miles of Oregon coast travel: Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem, Wheeler, Rockaway, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Waldport, Yachats & Florence.
08/14/07
Secrets of the Season |
Oregon Coast Tourist Attraction, Hotels, Win National Honors
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| Ocean Lodge |
(Oregon Coast) – It’s been a banner summer for tourist attractions on the Oregon coast. Two high-profile lodgings in Cannon Beach and one major attraction in Newport have landed in the national spotlight in a most favorable way.
Cannon Beach’s The Ocean Lodge was named one of the nation’s top ten pet destinations by TripAdvisor.com, the nearby Stephanie Inn has been nominated for an award by Conde Nast Traveler and the famous Oregon Coast Aquarium was called one of the country’s top ten aquariums by Parents Magazine.
Inn at Cannon Beach. Beautifully wooded natural setting at quiet south end of Cannon Beach. Great during winter storms with a new book by the fireplace – or when the sun is out for family fun and beach strolling. Handsome beach cottage-style architecture. Lush flowering gardens and naturalized courtyard pond. Warm, inviting guest rooms. Continental buffet breakfast. Warm Cookies. Family and Pet Friendly. Welcome gifts. Smoke-free. Complimentary Wireless Connectivity. Wine and book signing events. 800-321-6304 or 503-436-9085. Hemlock At Surfcrest, Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.atcannonbeach.com. |
Travel
site TripAdvisor.com recently announced the results of its annual traveling
with pets survey of more than 1,100 travelers in the U.S. and worldwide.
It found that 53 percent of respondents with pets travel with their collared
companions. Americans (56 percent) are more likely to travel with their
pets, compared to 41 percent of travelers from the U.K.
Respondents also named their favorite top 10 pet friendly accommodations. Cannon Beach’s The Ocean Lodge won spot number five in that survey. Not quite top dog, but Escape Lodging president Patrick Nofield told BeachConnection.net in a brief email that he was ecstatic.
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TripAdvisor’s accolades read: “Spoil your pet at the Ocean Lodge with oceanfront views of the Oregon coast. With a private deck, easy beach access, pet packages, and even a dog wash in the front lawn, the hardest part will be leaving. As one TripAdvisor traveler said, ‘If you are looking for a place that is on the ocean and takes dogs, this is as good as it gets.’ “
The
others in the list included TierraLinda Bed and Breakfast, Galena, Illinois
(spot number one), The Sleepy Dog Guest House, Bisbee, Arizona (number
two), Gazebo Inn Ogunquit, Ogunquit, Maine (number three) and Spruce Moose
Lodge and Cottages, North Conway, New Hampshire (number four). The only
other winner on the west coast was Cambria Shores Inn of Cambria, California.
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| Stephanie Inn Dining Room |
Another survey by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine showered honors on Cannon Beach’s The Stephanie Inn, nominated for Best Mainland United States Hotel in the 20th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards.
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Questionnaires were randomly delivered to over 28,000 subscribers and online readers. Only candidates that received a required minimum number of responses were considered eligible for an award. Readers were polled about such features as comfort, staff, location and amenities. The Stephanie Inn was recognized for comfortable rooms, beautiful views of Haystack Rock and exceptional dining at the onsite restaurant, the Stephanie Inn Dining Room.
Stephanie
Inn is owned by Martin Hospitality of Cannon Beach.
In Newport, it’s happy times for the Oregon Coast Aquarium, which won another major honor in the national press in July. Parents Magazine put it in the top ten aquariums in the U.S., amidst others like SeaWorld in San Diego, Monterey Bay Aquarium in Monterey, California, the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, Florida Aquarium in Tampa, and Boston’s New England Aquarium.
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The Aquarium was lauded for its natural setting, interactive displays, touch pool and Passages of the Deep, an exhibit that runs through a 200 foot underwater tunnel with live sharks, rays and skates. The article also highlighted the Aquarium’s educational programs including its educator-led kayak tours and school lab programs.
The
Oregon Coast Aquarium is the only aquarium on the list not located in
or near a major metropolitan area.
“Our location is both an advantage and a challenge,” said Aquarium President Dale Schmidt. “The beautiful setting is a little off the beaten path, which makes it all the more incredible that we continue to draw people from all over the world and receive national attention for the quality of our exhibits and educational programs.”
In
developing its top ten rankings, Parents Magazine relied on site visits
to the top aquariums, the recommendations of an expert panel and the results
of an exhaustive survey that evaluated the number, creativity and educational
aspect of each aquarium’s interactive features. It also graded the
aquariums on the quality and kid-friendliness of their exhibits, services
(like changing stations), staff and educators, special programs for groups
and families, and conservation efforts.
In addition to recognition from Parents Magazine, the Aquarium was recently featured in MSN City Guides’ “Nation’s Coolest Creatures” with a page and photo about the Aquarium’s wolf-eels.
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A1 Beach Rentals, Lincoln City. Perfect for large family vacations all the way down to a getaway lodging for two - with over 25 vacation rental homes to choose from. A breathtaking collection of craftsman or traditional beachfront homes, or oceanview houses – from one to seven bedrooms. In various areas of Lincoln City and overlooking the beach, with some in Depoe Bay. All kinds of amenities are available, like hot tubs, decks, BBQ, rock fireplaces, beamed ceilings and more. Some are new, some are historic charmers. Lincoln City, Oregon. 1-(503)-232-5984. www.a1beachrentals.com. |
D Sands Condominium Motel, Lincoln City. Free, fresh baked cookie upon check-in is just the start. All rooms beachfront and up against Lincoln City's most famous stretch of beach: the D River. Each room comes as a suite or mini-suite, and has a kitchen and balcony or patio. Some w/ gas fireplaces, while all have a DVD Players; movies to rent come with free popcorn. Heated indoor pool, a spa, and this fabulous beach is lit at night. Rooms sleep from two, four to six - including a deluxe fireplace suite. Gift certificates orspecial occasion packages. www.dsandsmotel.com. 171 S.W. Highway 101. 800-527-3925. |
Lincoln City Vacation Homes Something for everyone: smaller homes with a view to a large house that sleeps 15. All are either oceanfront or just a few steps away – 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: 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 allowed in some homes – ask first. Each comes with complete kitchens. Most have seventh night free. Prices range from winter $85 to summer $230 per night. www.getaway2thecoast.com. 541-994-8778. |
Tradewinds Motel, Rockaway Beach. All rooms are immaculate and have TV’s, VCR’s and in-room phones w/ data ports. Oceanfronts have queen bed, a double hide-a-bed, kitchen, cozy firelog fireplace and private deck. Both types sleep up to four people. Others are appointed for a two-person romantic getaway, yet still perfect for those on a budget. Elaborate oceanfront Jacuzzi suite has two bedrooms, kitchen, double hide-a-bed, fireplace and private deck, sleeping as many as six. For family reunions or large gatherings such as weddings, some rooms can connect to create two-room and three-room suites. Some rooms pet friendly. 523 N. Pacific St., Rockaway Beach. (503) 355-2112 - 1-800-824-0938. www.tradewinds-motel.com |
The Ocean Lodge. There will not be another property built like this in Cannon Beach in our lifetimes. Rare, premiere ocean front location; handsome, dramatic architecture and tasteful, fun (nostalgic) beach interiors. Overlooks Haystack Rock. 100 percent smoke free. Imaginative special occasion packages. Massive wood burning lobby fireplace. Library w/ fireplace, stocked with impressive book collection. Pet and family friendly. Lavish continental buffet breakfast. In-room fireplaces, mini-kitchens. Jacuzzi tubs in select rooms. DVD players, complimentary movies. Morning paper. Warm cookies. 888-777-4047. 503-436-2241. 2864 Pacific Street. Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.theoceanlodge.com |
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