Things You'll Need:
- State highway and City of Portland maps
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Give the Portland Oregon Visitors Association a call at 877-678-5263 to book your travel accommodations in Portland, or visit its Web site (see Resources below).
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Book luxury accommodations at the Hotel Vintage Plaza by calling 800-263-2305 or by visiting its Web site (see Resources below).
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Choose accommodations in The Pearl District, where you'll find a series of warehouses converted into culturally diverse restaurants and art galleries. Modern accommodations are close by. Several upscale hotels have opened in the area.
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Stay in a downtown hotel for easy access to the Lloyd Center, where 200 stores surround an ice rink. Trains run from downtown to the Center every 5 to 15 minutes until midnight. Step aboard a MAX light train downtown for a free trip across the Willamette River.
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Step 5
Opt for luxury accommodations in the Westmoreland Disrict, home to many fine restaurants. Anything grown locally and fresh is included in the seasonal cuisine.
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Pick a luxury hotel that's located near the city's art galleries, many of which can be found in the Old Town district. Portland comes by a love of art naturally: This is the home of the Pacific Northwest College of Art.
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Step 7
Find accommodations within close proximity to one of the city's nearly 35 breweries, several of which offer tours. Others have been restored and repurposed: The Brewery Blocks, for example, is a pedestrian-friendly development featuring high-end shops, restaurants and an old-fashioned tavern with a huge beer selection. A number of hotels also include in-house bars serving local brews.
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Portland is a city of diversity. There's a thriving hippie subculture in the city alongside a successful business community. Ethnic differences have brought a richness to the area and created a city that accepts change while loving its past.
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The awe-inspiring mountains can be seen from the window of your downtown hotel. Portland is surrounded by the natural beauty of Oregon.
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Step 1
Ride the TriMet Light Rail Line to points inside of Portland. This is a first-class experience for those who love the transit railroad.
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Call a taxi for worry-free travel inside of Portland. Traffic can be heavy and cabbies are not only known for their driving savvy but as good sources of "inside information" on the best places to eat and visit.
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Step 3
Fly into the modern Portland International Airport. The modern terminal is easy to navigate. You can rent a car on-site or call for a cab to take you directly to your hotel.
