Portland, Oregon is a vibrant city known for its food, craft beer, and coffee culture, as well as its commitment to sustainability and green spaces. With a thriving arts and music scene, friendly locals, and stunning natural surroundings, Portland is a must-visit destination for travelers and a beloved home for residents.
Looking for the perfect thing to do with friends and family for the 4th of July 2019? Look no further. From berry festivals, to live music and over the top firework shows, these are some of the coolest Independence Day events in Oregon. Northern Oregon 4th of July...
As mac and cheese is my weakness, I am literally salivating as I write this. A popular mac and cheese chain known as Mac'd opened their doors in Portland earlier this month, and I cannot wait to check this place out. The takeout window originates in San Francisco, and...
If you've been to Portland, you've probably seen the Portland Aerial Tram or driven under it. You may have even taken a ride on it to get up Marquam Hill to OHSU. You might not know the history of the tram though, or how much work it takes to keep it running smoothly...
Pioneer Courthouse Square is sometimes called 'Portland's Living Room'. It's a great place to relax, hang out, or meet up in downtown Portland. Pioneer Square has been a popular place to host events such as holiday ale festivals, concerts, education exhibitions, and...
Do you love roller-skating? Some of my best memories as a kid were at the roller rink, specifically at Skateworld in Springfield. In fact, if you're in the area and you want to go skating, Skateworld has recently been purchased by a new owner after rumors spread the...
The morning Bloody Mary is almost a ritual sacrament. From low-key bars to fancy brunch pilgrimages, here in pilgrimages, here in Oregon we understand just how crucial the Bloody Mary cocktail is. So pay supplication to the tomato Gods with some of the best in Oregon....
Let's face it, us Oregonians absolutely embrace the rain, but sometimes unless maybe you're hiking somewhere beautiful we just want to stay dry and enjoy indoor activities. With that said, today I have put together a list of only some of the many great fun indoor...
From expansive steel structures spanning large rivers and canyons, to gorgeous historic covered bridges, you have to see these 12 impressive Oregon structures. Astoria–Megler Bridge The Astoria–Megler Bridge (pictured above) is a steel cantilever through truss bridge...
People who tell you Oregon is boring are sadly misinformed! Hiking is one of the best parts of living here, and today I'd like to focus on some of the best hikes near Portland. Of course, there is only a handful here as the list of trails to hike in Portland is...
There are plenty of trendy speakeasies and secret bars in the Portland area, but this new establishment hidden in a Sellwood neighborhood has set the bar for authenticity and pure excellence. Sure you can go to the well-known "secret" Circa 33, or visit Upright...
Some of these facts you may not know already about Oregon, and some you probably already do. Either way, some of these facts are just outrageous and funny. Oh and that beautiful image you see at the beginning of this article? Well I came across it while doing research...
With so many beautiful places in Oregon, magical forests and perfect small towns, filmmakers couldn't pick a better place to shoot a movie. Today, we've put together a list of some movies that you may not know were filmed in Oregon. If you are as fascinated by seeing...