If you are considering a vacation to Bend, you probably already know it is consistently ranked as one of the nation's premier destination spots. The draw of Bend has been written up in Sunset Magazine and called the "Aspen of the Northwest" by Newsweek magazine. It is both family friendly and ideal for couples seeking a romantic weekend to reconnect.

There are dozens of lakes, the Sisters Wilderness Area, fishing, and fascinating ecosystems that attract nature lovers from around the world.

Wine lovers should stop by Newport Market in West downtown for wine tasting in the afternoons to discover why Wine Spectator magazine is talking about Willamette Valley Wines.

A little closer to home, Portlanders love that it is almost always sunny on the eastern side of the spectacular Cascade Range.

Here are a few more ideas....

Winter
You will be at the center of it all….Mt. Bachelor is only 18 miles from the resort which offers shuttle service to the mountain. Downtown Bend is just a mile or so away. You can save on gas and not bother with parking if you walk using the new footbridge and River Trail or take the kids and ride your bikes (mother nature permitting of course) or play in the snow.

Don't miss Winterfest where the crisp, sparkling winter nights and clear days presided over by the snow-capped Cascades and an active town combine to celebrate one of our favorite seasons.

Summer - Activities abound ... for something different walk down to the river with a tube in one hand and sunscreen in the other and float right to Drake Park located in downtown! Or take a relaxing moonlight stroll along the River Trail.

Yes, we love golf! Try one of Bends 23 golf courses.

Take Me to the River: Class IV rapids, 16" native rainbows, miles of riverside hiking possibilities, and the list of fun-filled options goes on...and on...

Shopping
The Old Mill District & Downtown:
History and shopping intersect in the popular Old Mill District. Stroll down Wall and Bond streets and discover Bend's finest collection of locally owned boutiques and nationally recognized stores for the city girl in all of us. Just a short drive from the property, visiting downtown is the quintessential Bend experience-really!

The Prime Outlets:
If a deal is what you're after, look no further than the Prime Outlets. Within minutes, you'll find yourself at the heart of a shopper's delight. With Nike, Dansk, Eddie Bauer, and other well-known stores.