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July/August 2004
Top Stories:
The Sundial Bridge in Redding, Calif.
The Sundial Bridge—an architectural wonder designed by Santiago Calatrava, one of the world's foremost architects—now spans the Sacramento River.
McMinnville: Oregon Wine Country
McMinnville sits at the center of an area with vineyards in the Willamette Valley, sometimes called "Pinot Noir Heaven."
Solvang, Calif: A Danish Destination
Tucked in the Santa Ynez Valley, Solvang offers a touch of Scandinavia in its bakeries, museums, bookstores, and restaurants.
Russian River: A Summer Getaway
Drive the woodsy back roads along the Russian River and discover beaches, vineyards, an old general store, and great bed and breakfasts.
Athens: Summer Olympics 2004
A traveler ponders Greece's ability to pull off the Olympics and gives an insider's guide to shopping, eating, and surviving in Athens.
Utah Color Country
Visit a trio of parks—Zion, Bryce Canyon, and Capitol Reef—for a glimpse of the fantastic color of Utah's best scenery.
Oahu's Polynesian Cultural Center
Experience the art, food, and traditions of the indigenous cultures of the South Pacific at the Polynesian Cultural Center on Oahu's North Shore.
Last-minute Travel
Here are some useful tips and Web sites to help you save money when you plan a trip at the last minute.
Sun Protective Clothing
Shaun Hughes, the founder of Sun Precautions, answers questions about the value of wearing clothes with a sun protective factor.
Weekenders:
Jackson, Calif.: A Sierra Getaway
The Jackson area, once the site of the most productive gold mine in the Mother Lode, is now a rich destination for history, unusual shops, and picturesque towns.
Groveland, Calif.: Short Stop
The Gold Rush town of Groveland, just 25 miles from Yosemite Park, is a quiet Sierra getaway or an ideal overnight stop.
Salem, Oregon: A Weekend Getaway
Oregon's capital city lures visitors with a downtown full of art galleries, museums, parks, and diverse shopping.
Bruneau, Idaho: Desert Getaway
Visit southwestern Idaho and check out Bruneau Dunes State Park, Bruneau Dunes Observatory, and Owyhee-Bruneau Canyonlands.
Top Local Parks in the West
VIA readers plug their favorite municipal and regional parks in California and Oregon.
Driving Around Lake Tahoe
Take the 72-mile loop around Lake Tahoe and stop at the Ponderosa Ranch, D.L. Bliss State Park, Thunderbird Lodge, Sand Harbor Beach, and Gatekeepers's Museum.
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park
Allensworth, just north of Bakersfield off Highway 99, was an African American community founded by a former slave and officer in the Union Army in the Civil War.
Youth Hostels
Here are some Web sites and tips for staying in youth hostels that will help you save money.
How to Visit a National Park
National parks can be crowded in summer. Try these suggestions to avoid the crush and enjoy the parks.
Seattle Cuisine
The culinary scene in Seattle delivers great food in such spots as Pike Place Market and the restaurants in Belltown.
San Anselmo, Calif.: Antique Shopping
With 130 dealers, San Anselmo claims the title "Antique Capital of Northern California."
The Lost Coast in Northern California
Five hours north of San Francisco, you'll find 80 miles of remote coastline where you can hike or trek.
Carmel, Calif.: A Great Place for Dogs
Take your dog next time you go to Carmel and discover dog-friendly inns and a dogs-only drinking fountain.
Mono Lake Bird-watching
During the summer months, Mono Lake in eastern California is a great place to spot snowy plovers, red-necked phalaropes, and other shorebirds.
Sacramento, Calif.: A Great Place to take the Kids
Children will love a visit to Sacramento, where they can explore Fairytale Town, the Sacramento Zoo, and Waterworld USA.
Museum of Flight in Seattle
View a collection of 28 restored fighter planes from World Wars One and Two and interact with actors portraying the men and women who built, flew, and maintained these historic fighters.
The Grotto in Portland, Ore.
Called the Grotto, the National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother, is a 62-acre quiet refuge in northeast Portland.
Food:
Utah's Roadside Eateries
The locals in Utah love the down-home cooking they find in places like Mom's Café and Cowboy's Smokehouse.
San Francisco's Anchor Brewery
In an interview, Fritz Maytag talks about his brewery, the beer industry, and steam beer.
Corning, Calif.: City of Olives
Corning is a rural town that packages more than half the olives sold in the U.S. Try some of their best at the Olive Pit.
Automotive:
Your Car: Questions and Answers
Billowing steam and a squeaking suspension can't stump AAA experts.
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