TAKLIMA

Something strange is afoot in the forest of Oregon. Strung high above the earth, nestled into treetops and branches, is one of the world's most sole resorts: Tree sort. This high-in-the-sky treehouse-resort proves that trees aren't just for the birds. 14 tree houses comprise Tree sort, and sleep two - eight people.

Getting to your space is partially the journey -- guests mount stairs, ladders, even a ninety-foot-long postponement bridge. Once there, speculate begins. At the Swiss Family Complex, a swinging bridge divides child and adult units, and a fire pole and rope swings offer kids with ground access. Comfort lovers will like the Tree Room Schoolhouse Suite, which sleeps four and has a bathroom, kitchenette, master bedroom, sitting area and loft.

Visitors permit dream to become reality at the Tree house Institute, which educates techniques in treehouse building. A self-described summer camp for families, Tree sort also characteristics horseback riding, rafting, ropes routes, ponds and arts and crafts classes. Tree hikers face the challenge of scaling Tree sort’s 51-foot rope-climbing tree and discovering a treetop pool made of river rocks