Tracy Beard

Tracy Ellen Beard is a freelance writer and photographer based in Vancouver, Washington. She contributes to Luxe Beat Magazine, Communities Digital News, Wander With Wonder, and several other magazines. Her stories focus on luxury and adventure travel, fine dining, wine, nonprofits, and alternative medicine. Tracy shares a unique perspective on the world, which comes from both her personal travels and her excursions as the founder and past president of an international children’s nonprofit. Her fifteen years of experience writing in various genres has added to her expertise. She is a member of the AWAI (American Writers and Artists Inc.) and the ITWPA (International Travel Writers and Photographers Alliance).
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Rusty Parrot Lodge Reborn

In the late 1980s, Ron Harrison, a man with a passion for the West and a love of hospitality, set his sights on Jackson, Wyoming. His dream was simple yet profound: to...

Stewards of Tradition: The Joel Palmer House Legacy

Few American restaurants can claim a history as richly layered as the Joel Palmer House in Dayton, Oregon. This culinary landmark stands as both a testament to one family’s dedication to fine...

Exploring the Art of Winemaking: A Visit to Roth Estate

Roth Estate has undergone quite a transformation over the years. Initially produced with a focus on volume, Roth wines were sold primarily to wholesale markets. This earlier phase of the winery's history...

Anthology Restaurant at The Four Graces Winery

This past winter, my friend Connie and I found ourselves tucked away in Oregon's Dundee Hills, awaiting the rumored experience of something unforgettable: Anthology at The Four Graces Winery. I had heard...

Chef Charlie Palmer and Dry Creek Kitchen

Charlie Palmer grew up eating vegetables from his family’s garden in upstate New York. As a young adult, he trained at the Culinary Institute of America, and throughout the years, Chef Palmer’s...

Lancaster Estate, Exceptional Alexander Valley Wines

Cabernet sauvignon, malbec, merlot, petite verdot, and cabernet franc are all grown at Lancaster Estate. These "noble" Bordeaux varietals thrive in rich soils while basking in California's Alexander Valley sunshine. Apart from...

Okta – One of Oregon’s Top Dining Destinations

Ōkta, located in the Tributary Hotel in McMinnville, Oregon, opened in July 2022. Fame came early when The New York Times included it in its 2023 list of the 50 best restaurants...

Discover one of Napa’s Oldest Wineries—Schramsberg Vineyards

Napa Valley is renowned for its stunning vineyards and incredible wines. Whether you are looking for some wineries in downtown napa or you want something a little different, there are many options...

Tracy Beard

Tracy Ellen Beard is a freelance writer and photographer based in Vancouver, Washington. She contributes to Luxe Beat Magazine, Communities Digital News, Wander With Wonder, and several other magazines. Her stories focus on luxury and adventure travel, fine dining, wine, nonprofits, and alternative medicine. Tracy shares a unique perspective on the world, which comes from both her personal travels and her excursions as the founder and past president of an international children’s nonprofit. Her fifteen years of experience writing in various genres has added to her expertise. She is a member of the AWAI (American Writers and Artists Inc.) and the ITWPA (International Travel Writers and Photographers Alliance).
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