We're heading out early tomorrow morning for Manzanita, OR. Just a weekend away before Spring term starts at school, and back to work-work-work. We're trying our second rental experience via air B-n-B...a house that sleeps up to eight, just blocks from the ocean and walking distance to the main street of this small coastal town. Looking forward to fresh air, leaving a window open to catch the sound of the ocean, the quiet and slower pace of a small town, morning coffee and pastries at the local bakery, watching some old movies together, beach combing, and clam chowder. Oh, and, yes, we'll be poking our noses into all the little antique, thrift and junk joints along the way...

See you when we return...happy weekend!

Interiors: Nautical Design

We took another road trip to the Oregon Coast last weekend. We're dreaming (again) of the cottage we'll live in there someday. And, yes, I'm decorating it in my mind...with the help of Google!

All images in this post were discovered on the super blog, Completely Coastal.

Neat Things: Terrariums

All items featured were discovered on Etsy - click the images for more info and to shop.

North Coast Sunday

Many people take a full week (or two) vacation once per year. We schedule our time off so we can have multiple 3-day weekends, and frequent day trips.



Escaping the city for an afternoon at the Oregon Coast is always a good choice.



There's a fantastic fresh, local, organic cafe in Canon Beach that serves up comfort food done right. We adore their pulled pork po'boy and homemade slaw. Cozy booths fashioned from upcycled shabby chic 1930s bed frames, and a playlist of Motown and classic Jazz standards doesn't hurt either.



Canon Beach is truly a town for tourists. Plenty of boutiques, galleries and cafes. Two old-time candy/ice cream parlors and a packed-out family-run grocery store (read: not a chain) are also good features.





We often drive a bit south and end up on the beaches of Arcadia and Hug Point. Less people, more intriguing rocks and tide pools full of sea critters.





There's a few neat inlets and sea caves to explore; carved by the ocean over thousands of years.



One day we won't return to the city. "Going home" will mean to our beach home, and we look forward and build our plans for that goal with every visit to the place that rests our souls.

Relax

Hangin' out in Garibaldi, OR this weekend and soaking up some relaxation. Sunshine, blue skies, acres of evergreens and, of course, the ocean. Hunting vintage for the shop. Hooked up with our friends that we haven't seen for months--mere coincidence that they are just 8 miles up the road this same weekend? I think not. Fish-and-chips are always best at the beach, aren't they?

Hope your Sunday is terrific, too!

Design Inspiration: Coastal

Travel List: Napali Coast ~ Kauai, Hawaii

On the North Shore of Kauai, the incredible Napali Coast overlooks panoramic views of the vast Pacific Ocean. Along this spectacular coastline, you can walk amongst velvet green cliffs towering into the sky and cascading waterfalls plummeting into deep, narrow valleys.

The only land access to this enchanted place is via the Kalalau Trail, an 11-mile trail that crosses five different valleys and ends at secluded Kalalau Beach. The hike into Kalalau is often challenging, and sometimes even dangerous, with narrow sections and heavy rainfall that can make the topsoil muddy.

Many hikers choose to break the trail up into two days, setting up camp at the beach of Hanakapiai, then heading to Kalalau the next morning. Camping permits are required from the State Parks office in Lihue. A trail guide is recommended and hiking during the winter months is discouraged.

Even non-hikers can enjoy the amazing scenery. Zodiac boat tours and kayaking trips can give you access to awe-inspiring views of the Napali Coast, while helicopter tours can show you scenic Napali areas that aren't accessible by land or water.

QUICK FACTS
Name:
Napali Coast

What is it:
Iconic mountainous shoreline on Kauai's north shore

What to do:
Guided hikes, boat rides, air tours, take incredible photos of the Napali Coast

What to bring:
Hiking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, rain poncho, camera, food and plenty of water, when camping please consult with a hiking guide

Directions:
Take Kuhio Highway (Route 56) and head to Haena State Park at the northwest end. The drive is 1-1/2 hours from Lihue Airport.

Info via. Images via Flickr.

Travel: Hug Point, Oregon Coast USA

Our mini-vaca was very relaxing and the weather was divine. We stopped for a few hours to walk the beach at Hug Point this morning. Hug Point is a state wayside just south of Cannon Beach, along the Oregon Coast. The mist and sunshine were magic in the shore pines, and we caught a few shots of a happy couple having their photos taken prior to their ceremony-by-the-sea.

Wishing you all a very happy weekend!

Design Inspiration: Stradbroke Island Beach House ~ Brisbane, Australia

Anna Spiro, Interior Designer (Black & Spiro) and author of the blog, Absolutely Beautiful Things, decorated her vacation home with all the things she loves. I love her style, what do you think?

For more photos and info on renting the Stradbroke House visit HERE.

Images copyright Anna Spiro, 2009.

New in shop: Oregon Coast

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The Way Out

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Playing with Photoshop: Graphic Gulls

graphic gulls by tina - pfeiffer photos copyright 2009