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    Introduction

    by Wcities Travel Guides

    Portland is an eclectic city, where sophisticated and alternative styles coexist peacefully. It is known for its friendliness, rich culture and variety of outdoor pursuits. A temperate climate, thriving economy and close proximity to both the... Continue reading »

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    History

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    Well before visits by explorers and frontiersmen, the Portland area and its rivers were home to trading among the many native people who lived in the lush valleys bordering Mount Hood and the Cascade Mountains. Legend tells that the Native Am... Continue reading »

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    Where to stay

    by Wcities Travel Guides

    From the Victorian air of the Nob Hill/Westover/Northwest 23rd District, to heavenly views of nearby Mount Hood, Portland oozes ambiance. Unusual lodgings are abound, so skip the run-of-the-mill hotels and celebrate Portland's distinct style.... Continue reading »

  • Food

    Eat drink

    by Wcities Travel Guides

    When the folks in Bridgetown congregate at one of their many waterfront festivals, amazing things can be found in the center of the throng. Booths and tents dispense steaming fragrant coffees, wines are offered from a valley so rich and perfe... Continue reading »

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    Entertainment

    by Wcities Travel Guides

    Strolling around Downtown Portland/City Center Portland can be entertaining in itself, with tons of culture pouring out of every corner. You will find a festival, event or performance every week of the year: a Oregon Ballet Theater that impre... Continue reading »

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    Tours

    by Wcities Travel Guides

    Portland offers a number of exciting and informational organized tours throughout the city and its environs, but the beauty of this city lies in the way it lends itself to invention. Given one day here, you will likely stumble upon a "tour" o... Continue reading »

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    Getting there

    by Wcities Travel Guides

    Getting There Air Portland International Airport (PDX) +1 503 460 4234 http://www.portlandairportpdx.com PDX is located 20 minutes from Downtown Portland and services the following airlines: Air Canada Jazz (+1 888 247 2262 / h... Continue reading »

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    Fun facts

    by Wcities Travel Guides

    Portland State: Oregon Country: United States Portland by the Numbers: Population: 538,180; 1.95 million in metropolitan area Elevation: 173 feet Average Annual Rainfall: 37 inches Average Annual Snowfall: 2 inches Ave... Continue reading »

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    Introduction

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Situated at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers, Portland, Oregon, with a metropolitan population of roughly two million, is a city of discreet charms. That it claims a rose garden as one of its biggest attractions should giv... Continue reading »

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    Frommer's favorite experiences

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Strolling the Grounds at the Japanese Garden. This is the best Japanese garden in the United States, perhaps the best anywhere outside of Japan. My favorite time to visit is in June when the Japanese irises are in bloom. There's no better str... Continue reading »

  • Planning

    Planning a trip

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Travel Portland, 701 SW Sixth Ave. (tel. 877/678-5263 or 503/275-8355; www.travelportland.com), is in Pioneer Courthouse Square in downtown Portland. There's also an information booth by the baggage-claim area at the Portland Airport. City... Continue reading »

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    Fast facts

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    AAA -- The American Automobile Association (tel. 800/452-1643; www.aaaorid.com) has a Portland office at 600 SW Market St. (tel. 503/222-6734), which offers free city maps to members. Area Codes -- The Portland metro area has two area code... Continue reading »

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61d69e0530c16edf359d6d3e80318f0a so lush! Bottom of the Falls Train crossing a bridge in front of Multnomah Falls, OR. Portland
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