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It’s that special time of year again, when thousands of writers descend upon a host city for panels, off-site readings, and general rumpus for the AWP conference. This year, the festivities are in Seattle, one of two US cities to be dubbed a UNESCO City of Literature. We’ve already recommended how to spend a literary long weekend in Seattle—replete with bookstores, writer-frequented watering holes, and the ghost of Alice B. Toklas. To top that off, we asked some of our favorite Seattle-area authors for their favorite places to eat, drink, and visit in the Emerald City. There’s more here than...

The City of Victoria has a large network of bike lanes – about 32 kilometres out of 279 kilometres of roads – some bordered with just paint and others with protective infrastructure. The goal is to have active transportation spaces that are free of motor vehicles like cars and trucks. But that doesn’t always happen. As the video below shows, some drivers get confused and wander into these protected lanes with their vehicles – including bike lanes that go in two directions in downtown Victoria. “Listen… I get that the bike lanes are new for a lot of people (locals...

The City of Roses has a lot to offer from its beautiful public gardens and green spaces to quirky food establishments to its undeniable love for outdoor activities. Often described as “eccentric”, it’s no wonder that the city’s unofficial motto is “Keep Portland Weird.” Fortunately, if you find bike-friendly cities with vibrant artist communities appealing, […] The post The 5 Best Neighborhoods for Short-Term Renting in Portland, OR appeared first on RentCafe rental blog.

Dear Eartha, Party for the Planet sold out before I could get tickets. Who won the Green Scene Awards this year? While I’m sad to hear that you (and so many others) missed out on the 34th annual Party for the Planet, I was thrilled to see an outpouring of community support for the environment. The planet needs us all! Party for the Planet, which serves as a fundraiser for the High Country Conservation Center, also included the presentation of the Green Scene Awards. Those familiar know that the awards honor individuals and businesses who strive to create a greener...

Pienza is a charming small town located at the heart of Tuscany, only 50 Km away from Siena. It’s a popular destination for a day trip, both among locals and visitors. That’s because it’s located in the most picturesque area of the famous hilly Tuscan countryside (the so-called Val d’Orcia), and it’s also rich in historical buildings and churches. Unlike many other Tuscan towns, Pienza has no Roman, Etruscan, or Medieval pieces of heritage. That’s because it did not exist (at least in its modern shape) until 1459! Actually, it was all about an ambitious renovation project started by Pope...