My blogs posts about the beautiful city of Portland, OR.
Portland might be known for its lush green landscapes and outdoorsy culture, but it also offers a fantastic range of indoor activities—perfect for rainy days and winter visits. Whether you’re exploring the city’s cozy cafes, browsing cultural landmarks, or diving into unique experiences, Portland has no shortage of indoor charm. Here’s my guide to the…
Portland, Oregon, is a city that effortlessly blends its quirky charm with natural beauty, making it a perfect playground for couples looking to create memorable date experiences. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, there’s no shortage of fun and romantic activities to explore. Here’s a roundup of the best date ideas in Portland that…
Are you ready to take a break from Portland’s bustling city life and explore the serene beauty of nature? Portland is surrounded by an abundance of hiking trails that offer breathtaking views, challenging terrains, and an escape into the wilderness. I’ve lived here for three decades and have explored just about every trail there is…
Are you a thrill-seeker and looking for an adventure that will get your adrenaline pumping while offering incredible views? Look no further! Portland zip lining is the perfect outdoor activity for anyone who loves a blend of excitement, nature, and fun. This guide will introduce you to the best zip lining spots in and around…
Portland blazes the trail in the food cart revolution. It all started back in the 1990s when a few carts took center stage for the downtown lunch crowd. The scene quickly gained traction over the next decade, and before you knew it, over 600 food carts were counted throughout the Portland metro area. Guess how…
Going on a food tour is one of the best ways to really get the essence of a city. Portland, in particular, is considered one of the top restaurant destinations in the world. So, it’s only follows there is wonderful variety of Portland foodie tours that cover every aspect of what makes Portland such a…
Portland is celebrated for its food and a vibrant creative culture. But it’s also celebrated for being weird. Dig deep and you’ll find a treasure trove of the unusual and the unique. For adventurers looking beyond the conventional tourist trails, Portland offers a plethora of odd and intriguing activities to explore. In my two decades…
If you are wondering where to stay in Portland that combines local flair with amazing amenities, you’re in the right place. Visitors will find the coolest hotels in Portland ranging from classic chic to retro vibes to artsy corners that are little havens of “Ahhh.” The hotel scene in Portland, Oregon is a treasure trove…
Looking for the best coffee places in Portland? Look no further. I am coffee obsessed. It’s safe to say I need it pretty much every day, and I’m fortunate that my home town of Portland is renowned for its vibrant coffee culture as well as being a foodie destination. Home to a vast array of…
Portland, Oregon is a foodie haven, where the gastronomic options run the gamut between the simple food cart to the finest Michelin star restaurant. And then there’s the neighborhood joint that one comes back to again and again. I will tell you what mine is. Widely considered as serving the best soup dumplings on the…
What kind of traveler are you? For some, a chain resort is preferable. One with a lovely pool where they can just park themselves there for a week. That is SO BORING. Who wants to travel hundreds or even thousands of miles just to sit and bask in front of a pool the whole time?…
**This post was updated January 16, 2024** Walking in Portland makes for a fine way to spend an afternoon. Many of its main attractions are within walking distance, not to mention a plethora of restaurants, food carts, and coffee houses along the way. It is a fantastic dive deep into this city – to find…
**Note: Even though the state-at-home order has been imposed pretty much everywhere, that doesn’t stop us from planning a fantastic trip around Portland when we are able to move around again. Until then, enjoy this armchair journey through downtown.** Here is a guest blog from Marc Johnston, a long-time Portland resident and personal injury attorney,…
The truth is, I love food – it’s the reason I’m a few pounds over (ahem). But I just happen to live in one of the world’s premier foodie destinations, so I have zero regrets. There is always, ALWAYS another restaurant opening up in this town. It’s a big decision…deciding where to eat in Portland….
Who doesn’t absolutely adore the iconic American comfort food – macaroni and cheese?? As a kid, my Mom would cook it up for us, with fish sticks, almost every Friday. We’d gorge ourselves on it, then go out and play. You could do that when you’re a kid and not throw up. I also consider…
Portlanders take their biking pretty seriously. I mean, we’re certainly not Amsterdam, where you are genuinely putting your life at risk should you step out in front of a biker on the street. Those guys don’t mess around, they’re FAST and take no prisoners. But here in Portland, it’s much safer to share the road…
What is the quirkiest thing you can think of where you live? I always love finding out new and interesting things about my area of the world. So I decided to go on a mission to hunt for what makes the Pacific Northwest unique. I searched Oregon, Washington State, and British Columbia for those…
Portland, Oregon is a unique charmer of an American city. Yes, I am biased, because it’s been my home for two decades. But honestly, there are so many things that make Portland unique, and the nightlife is one of them. Not only does Portland rival Seattle in the local music scene (think Everclear, the Decemberists,…
When you need to take a break from the city, away from the great coffee shops, the incredible food scene or just the bustle of downtown Portland, there is a myriad of places you can get away to for a day. Portland is smack dab in the middle of what seems like everything. You could…
It was a dark and stormy night…. No, wait. It was dark, yes, but stormy…no. Just cold. Winter in Portland tends to make you do crazy things…like have coffee in a haunted house on a Sunday night. A Coffeehouse Named after a Classical Composer Everyone knows someone who has an old, eclectic grandmother. Well, this…
