Portland

Portland’s Rose Festival is Back with a Bang

As the aroma of blooming roses fills the air in the "City of Roses," it's time to lace up your fun shoes, folks! The legendary Portland Rose Festival is back with a bang for its much-anticipated return in 2023! A rollicking celebration that Portland embraced as its official festival back in 2010,...

Portland Loses 18,000 Residents in Just Two Years, Census Bureau Reports

As reported by KATU, Portland, Oregon has been grappling with multiple simultaneous issues ranging from homelessness and gun violence to drug abuse and mental health problems, placing the city under a cloud of negativity. The city's image has taken a hit, and these challenges are speculated to...

The Unassuming Donut Shop in Oregon That Will Win Your Heart, One Donut at a Time

Sometimes, you just crave a donut. And not just any donut, but a warm, fluffy, perfectly fried ring of dough that simply melts in your mouth, exploding with flavors and sweetness. We all know about the popular spots like Voodoo Doughnuts, but let me tell you about a hidden gem in Portland that has...

Immerse Yourself In Color At The Holi Spring Festival In Oregon

Topaz Farm, previously known as Kruger's, is a unique farm located on Sauvie Island near Portland, Oregon, known for its sustainable agricultural practices.The farm offers fresh produce grown sustainably on-site or sourced from neighboring farms, making it a local food lover's paradise.In addition...

Oregon’s Magnificent Museum of Trees: Hoyt Arboretum

Located within the larger Washington Park in Portland, Oregon, Hoyt Arboretum is a hidden gem that should be on the itinerary of any nature lover visiting the city. The arboretum spans over 190 acres and has 12 miles of hiking trails, making it a perfect spot for educational and recreational...
Take a Virtual Tour Through This Famous Japanese Garden in Oregon

Take a Virtual Tour Through This Famous Japanese Garden in Oregon

Portland is home to an incredible garden that was planted to heal wounds and bring two cultures closer together. While some locals at first resisted the planting of the garden in 1963, the Japanese Garden has become an Oregon gem and a Portland treasure and is much...

Unplug and Plan a Getaway to This Gorgeous Historic Hotel in Oregon

Unplug and Plan a Getaway to This Gorgeous Historic Hotel in Oregon

The brothers Mike and Brian McMenamin are personal local heroes of mine. I had visited many of their properties and brewpubs in the Portland area but never realized their impact until my first time at the Kennedy School while living in NE PDX circa the early 2000s. I...

5 Heart Pounding Oregon Adventures In 2020

5 Heart Pounding Oregon Adventures In 2020

With a new year comes new opportunities for adventure. Here are five adrenaline pumping adventures for Oregon's thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies to get your heart pounding. 1. Bungee Jumping In Bend Oregon This Bend Oregon company will help you take a 250 foot...

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