A local resident's ring camera captured video of the rare thundersnow weather picked up by National Weather Service radar in Astoria on Wednesday. (Jeff) ...

Some of the towns on this list aren't surprising (we’re looking at you Jackson, Wyoming), but others may come as a shock — like the two towns in Idaho or the several along the Oregon coast.

A $25 three-day pass (or $30 for seven days, cash only, purchased from the driver) through NW Connector, an alliance of transit agencies with coastal routes from Astoria to Yachats ... a connecting ...

The Columbia River Bar, or entrance to the Columbia River near Astoria, Oregon, is one of the most dangerous ... As Washington’s first female pilot, Bendixen guides large cargo and cruise ships in and ...

Isn’t it marvelous to go to places that somehow feel new? It’s hard to explain the novelty of newness, but brand-new cruise ships often inspire great anticipation. When you are among the first ...

With thousands of passengers on board, cruise ships can sometimes feel overwhelming. Learn how to dodge the crowds and enjoy a relaxing vacation even on the busiest ships. Pool decks can be among ...

Considering a cruise this year? The choices can be overwhelming. CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) recognizes 60-plus cruise lines. But in terms of quality, they can offer very ...

Cruise lines are creating their own beaches, reaching out to families (especially on larger ships), and creating a boutique hotel vibe for luxury clients. By Ceylan Yeğinsu Responding to record ...

In many ways, cruising today is not the same as it was in the past. Although many would argue that cruising has evolved for the better with more innovative ships and improved amenities, others ...

The “world’s largest cruise ship” title has passed from ship to ship in its fleet for years as the cruise line has launched mega ship after mega ship. Other mainstream cruise lines have ...

Disney Cruise Line is planning to buck a trend of some competing cruise lines. When other cruise lines — most notably Royal Caribbean — are building larger and larger cruise ships, Disney will ...

A man named Mario Salcedo who has lived on cruise ships for the past 25 years revealed a bizarre health effect that he’s developed from being at sea for so long. “I’ve lost my land legs.