McMinnville and the Yamhill Valley September 12th 2011 Southwest of Portland is the Yamhill Valley where there are vineyards and wineries that specialise in producing Pinot Noir wines. There are also some nice Rieslings and Chardonnays produced in the region. The town of McMinnville is one of the main centres. We think it is a gem of a little town and will go back if we are ever down this way again.
Driving through the countryside on a wine tast ... read more
North America » United States » Oregon » McMinnville Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more
From time to time I actually travel somewhere. I will try to populate this blog with my notes when I'm on the move are finding neat new places, but I probably won't be too consistent and the timing of my posts may be a bit haphazard. Photographs will be included sometimes.
I used to travel around on an ST1100 motorcycle, but now I'm much more sedate in a RAV4. I must say, I do like the comfort of listening to my music and podcasts as I drive. And when it is raining.....what can I say; I've had enough of being cold and wet on the motorcycle.... full info