Ashland, Oregon is a charming town nestled in the Rogue Valley in Southern Oregon. At just 5 ½ hours from San Francisco and 5 hours from Portland, Ashland is the perfect destination for a weekend getaway.

While it is most renowned for its Shakespeare Festival, there is also constant national attention (Ashland is frequently mentioned in the NY Times Travel section) for its many other offerings.

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