Road Trip Along the Oregon Coast Days 3-4: Newport to Crescent City, CA

Continuing on down the Oregon Coast, Days 3 and 4 of this 8 day road trip of Oregon and the Redwoods National Park got us just cross the border to California! These two days took us through the quieter and rugged south Oregon Coast. There are less people, but definitely not less beauty. This section of the coast features more dramatic views off the coast from sea rocks to sand dunes and lots of opportunities to see wildlife. In this itinerary, we break up the sights into 2 days but you can easily stretch it out into more days if you have time. Additional sights for each day are included in this guide, along with where to stay.

Oregon, North America, United StatesAlison MullisJune 17, 2026Road Trip, Oregon, kids, Beach, California, Nature, WildlifeComment

Road Trip Along the Oregon Coast Day 1 - 2: Seattle to Newport

The first two days of our Oregon Coast road trip took us from our home in Seattle to Newport, OR. We explored the cute towns, tide pools and gorgeous beaches of Oregon’s north coast and made it to the central coast. Below details each stop we took along the way, the best places to stay and additional stops to add to your itinerary. We did this road trip with our two kids, aged 3 & 4, but it can be modified for any group.

Oregon, United States, North AmericaAlison MullisJune 10, 2026Road Trip, Oregon, Itinerary, kids, hiking, Wildlife, summerComment

8 Day Oregon Coast & Redwoods National Park Roadtrip from Seattle: Itinerary Overview

One of the most scenic road trips in the world, the Oregon Coast is a must see. This road trip is easily accessible from Portland and Seattle and is easy to do no matter who is in your group. The roads are well-paved, even if a bit windy, and the must-see stops are frequent. This road trip can be customized to fit the interests of your family - from focusing on nature and gorgeous photo spots to wildlife spotting to eating your way down the coast. Just a short extension and across the border into California, the Redwoods National Park and its moody forests are the perfect addition to the moody Oregon Coast. This guide will help you with planning your own trip along the coast.

Oregon, United States, North AmericaAlison MullisJune 3, 2026Oregon, West coast, California, Redwoods, Road Trip, Beach, kids, hiking, SeattleComment

The Perfect Long Weekend in Victoria BC with Kids (From Seattle)

Victoria is often known as one of the most England-like place outside of England and is a great long weekend escape from Seattle if you want to feel like you are going a lot farther away than you actually are. Victoria is just a 45 minute flight from Seattle and feels like you are being transported to Europe. From the beautifully manicured gardens to the castles and the high tea. You also get all of the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, including Orca spotting, mild weather, and gorgeous nature. This guide will help you plan your long weekend trip from when to go, how to get there and what to do once you are there. We include spots that will appeal to the whole family.

North America, Canada, Family TravelAlison MullisApril 27, 2026Victoria, Seattle, island, vancouver island, kids, Long weekendComment

5 Days in the San Juan Islands with Kids (From Seattle): A Spring Itinerary

Seattle is rich with day and weekend trips within a short driving distance. None I would rank more highly than the San Juan Islands. These magical, gorgeous and historic islands are just an 1.5 hour drive and a 1 hour ferry ride away from downtown Seattle. The San Juan Island archipelago is made up of 172 named islands, but only four are accessible by the Washington Ferry system

What to Pack for Oahu with Kids: The Ultimate Family Packing List

This list contains every possible thing you might need to make your trip to Oahu smooth and relaxing. I have included items from baby age on up, so if something doesn’t apply to you - ignore it. I’ve included items if you plan to spend all day on the beach or if you have reservations to hike up Diamond Head. Items that work great if you are staying at an apartment, but might be unnecessary if you are staying at a luxury resort. So take this list as a starting point and cross things off as you go to make your perfect packing list for your family on your trip to Oahu.

Family, Family Travel, North America, United States, Travel TipsAlison MullisMarch 25, 2026oahu, Packing List, spring break, kidsComment