Days alternate from cool and rainy to warmer with occasional sunshine. Weather from April through mid-May can be a bit unpredictable in the Pacific Northwest. Higher elevations in the mountains get plenty of snow during this time, so it’s a great time to visit for skiing or snowboarding. Winters are chilly and grey in the Pacific Northwest, with misty rain falling almost continuously from late November through March. Come mid-September, temperatures are moderate and the summer crowds thin however, the possibility of wildfires remains until around November.

Despite its “evergreen” status, there are plenty of areas in the Pacific Northwest that see fall colors. Late September through October is a great time to visit the PNW. Wildfire season tends to pick up in July and typically lasts through late September. The PNW is known for its nearly perfect summers, but heat waves can happen. The most popular time to visit the Pacific Northwest is from June through early September. And the PNW is also home to the only temperate rainforest in North America! More than just a haven for hikers, you’ll also love exploring the sights and eating your way through major cities like Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver. A drive along the Oregon Coast or around the Olympic Peninsula will rival just about any road trip on the continent. You’ll be left in awe by national parks like Mt. This place is brimming with hiking opportunities, adventure sports, and scenic road trips. Known for its sweeping mountain ranges, jagged coastline, lush evergreen forests, fantastic seafood, moody weather, and progressive cities, the Pacific Northwest is one of the best places to travel in North America. Although Northern California isn’t typically considered part of the PNW, Redwood National and State Parks just south of the Oregon border is an exception. No matter which itinerary you choose, you’ll experience the best of the west and discover that there’s so much more here than you knew.The Pacific Northwest (also referred to as the PNW or Cascadia) consists of Washington and Oregon in the US along with British Columbia in Canada. Our 2023 Pacific Coastal sailings are open for booking now. These sailings visit unforgettable places, including Ensenada, Mexico Catalina Island, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and San Francisco, California and Astoria, Oregon. There’s so much to experience on the Pacific Coast, it’s a vacation that offers something new and exciting everyday of the journey.Ĭelebrity Eclipse offers two exciting itineraries, a 6-night Pacific Northwest sailing from Vancouver to Los Angeles and 7-Night Pacific Coastal sailings round-trip from Los Angeles.

Discover the many cultural influences of this diverse region of the country and the history that makes each place you visit uniquely appealing - from the Mexican influences in San Diego (and the American influences in Ensenada) to the early days of the booming fur trade that established the first city west of the Rocky Mountains, Astoria, Oregon. Get a taste of the night life in San Francisco with an overnight stay in one of the most dynamic cities west of the Mississippi.

Drive a breathtaking portion of the Pacific Coast Highway or bike across the Golden Gate Bridge. Along the way, savor the delicious side of the Pacific Coast with its famous wineries and gourmet foodie scenes. Step aboard in Los Angeles or Vancouver and prepare for a luxury journey with the rugged beauty of the coastline as your backdrop. In 2023, we’re staying close to home with our award-winning ship, Celebrity Eclipse®, with in-depth sailings along the stunning west coast.

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