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Tips and Hidden Gems
“It’s easy to promote what you love,” says Anne Jenkins of Travel
Medford.
So, what do these tourism pros love most about the area?
“I love the outdoors,” says Jenkins. “To be hiking 5 to 10 minutes
from your house is such a hidden gem that people sometimes
don’t realize it’s there.” For events, Jenkins includes Clayfolk
Pottery show, Gingerbread Jubilee, and Art in Bloom. “My fam-
ily doesn’t miss it.”
For Katharine Cato, the skiing that first drew her to Ashland
remains at the top of her list. “When I have my skis on and it’s
the first track in the new snow [at Mount Ashland],” she says,
“that’s where I find my peace.”
“We have great local theater and interesting culture, from the
Oregon Shakespeare Festival to the Craterian Theater and the
vibrant Camelot Theatre,” says Medford’s Paula Smith, but adds,
“I love the outdoors. And it’s so accessible—within 30 minutes
you can be hiking in the mountains or on a lake or river.”
Two places Tim Balfour puts top of his Jacksonville gem list
include Spa, on West D Street, and TouVelle House, which he
recommends with a laugh. “It’s not self-serving because I don’t
own it anymore.” Both off the main thoroughfare, says Balfour,
“they provide a welcome place to relax and refresh.”
“My favorite invitation-only dinner is Twisted Cork’s Wine
Maker’s Dinner,” says Colene Martin of Grants Pass. “And you
don’t want to miss taking a stroll through Glass Forge to see their
beautiful blown glass.” Martin also acknowledges the farmers of
the area, who offer the community a source for wholesome and
locally grown foods.
And then, in the true spirit of those that spotlight Southern
Oregon’s attractions, Martin adds “But wait, there’s more…”
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“It’s easy to promote what you love,” says Anne Jenkins of Travel
Medford.
So, what do these tourism pros love most about the area?
“I love the outdoors,” says Jenkins. “To be hiking 5 to 10 minutes
from your house is such a hidden gem that people sometimes
don’t realize it’s there.” For events, Jenkins includes Clayfolk
Pottery show, Gingerbread Jubilee, and Art in Bloom. “My fam-
ily doesn’t miss it.”
For Katharine Cato, the skiing that first drew her to Ashland
remains at the top of her list. “When I have my skis on and it’s
the first track in the new snow [at Mount Ashland],” she says,
“that’s where I find my peace.”
“We have great local theater and interesting culture, from the
Oregon Shakespeare Festival to the Craterian Theater and the
vibrant Camelot Theatre,” says Medford’s Paula Smith, but adds,
“I love the outdoors. And it’s so accessible—within 30 minutes
you can be hiking in the mountains or on a lake or river.”
Two places Tim Balfour puts top of his Jacksonville gem list
include Spa, on West D Street, and TouVelle House, which he
recommends with a laugh. “It’s not self-serving because I don’t
own it anymore.” Both off the main thoroughfare, says Balfour,
“they provide a welcome place to relax and refresh.”
“My favorite invitation-only dinner is Twisted Cork’s Wine
Maker’s Dinner,” says Colene Martin of Grants Pass. “And you
don’t want to miss taking a stroll through Glass Forge to see their
beautiful blown glass.” Martin also acknowledges the farmers of
the area, who offer the community a source for wholesome and
locally grown foods.
And then, in the true spirit of those that spotlight Southern
Oregon’s attractions, Martin adds “But wait, there’s more…”
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