Welcome to Oregon Coast Journey
Your guide to Pacific Coast family travel — from Alaska cruises to Oregon road trips and everything in between.
Hi, I’m Melinda — and I live on the Oregon Coast.
I’ve been writing about this stretch of coastline for years, and somewhere along the way, our family started dreaming bigger. We started cruising. We drove the California coast. We stood on the deck of a ship watching a humpback whale breach off the coast of Juneau, and I thought: more families need to know about this.
This site is for families who want to travel the Pacific Coast — not just visit it. Whether you’re planning your first Alaska cruise, figuring out how to road trip the Oregon Coast with kids, or wondering if a Mexico cruise out of San Francisco is worth it (it is), you’re in the right place.
I’m also a Cruise Brothers travel agent, which means I can help you actually book the trip — at no extra cost to you.
Where Do You Want to Go?
🚢 Alaska Cruises
7-night sailings from Seattle or Vancouver BC. Glaciers, whales, and the most dramatic scenery on the West Coast.
🌊 Mexico Cruises
Sailing from San Francisco to Cabo, Puerto Vallarta, and Mazatlán. Perfect for winter escapes and spring break.
🌲 Coast Road Trips
Oregon Coast and Northern California land itineraries. Every hidden beach, every worth-it detour.
👨👩👧👦 Cruising With Teens
Practical advice for families traveling with older kids. What ships work, what excursions to book, and how to keep everyone happy.
🗺️ Let Me Plan It
I’m a Cruise Brothers travel agent. I’ll help you find the right cruise or road trip for your family — at no extra cost to you.
🛍️ Shop
Digital travel planners, packing lists, and cruise prep guides — plus print-on-demand hoodies, sweatshirts, and tees. Instant downloads and apparel, all from my Etsy shop, Quillway Travel.