While we were in Oregon we went to the coast. We had an awesome time exploring, looking for sea creatures. We were able to see a whale, a shark and sea lions right from our hotel room. We went on a marine discovery tour were the girls were able to look at sea life up close and personal. We also went to the aquariam in Newport. I highly recommend it, the kids liked being able to touch sharks, sting rays, sea stars and many other sea creatures. The Oregon coast was a great family vacation destination. We will have to go back again sometime!