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Bordering downtown Portland is Waterfront Park, a green expanse with wide riverfront walkway. Cross the river to the Eastside Esplanade or head south to RiverPlace shops.

Rose Gardens, a Classical Chinese Garden, an authentic Japanese Garden and a Rhododendron Garden draw locals and tourists alike for picnics, weddings or a quiet stroll.

Visitors to Downtown Portland avoid parking problems by walking through Portland's city streets, or taking TriMet options, providing an excellent way to see the sites.

One of the largest continuously-running outdoor craft markets in the U.S. takes place every Saturday and Sunday from March to Christmas Eve near Portland's waterfront.

Hotel deLuxe is an elegant and nostalgic hotel in the idyllic Northwest United States. Read Chris Bebo's Concierge Questionnaire and take a trip to the romantic NW.

Whether under an umbrella in the Portland Japanese Garden or finding interesting indoor activities at OMSI, guests to this NW city enjoy winter vacation.

Fun activities for kids are everywhere in Portland, the following are great for a rainy day and will keep kids active and entertained.

Visit Lovejoy Fountain, Salmon Street Springs, Skidmore and Keller Fountains and Pioneer Courthouse Square on an Easy Downtown Tour by Foot and Streetcar

Portland has so many fun, festive holiday activities for kids and families. This planning guide includes light tours, holiday concerts, and theater shows.

Pick an interesting restaurant when eating in Oregon's Rose City. For a quick snack or a truly unique experience, both can be found at these funky favorite eateries.

The city of Portland, Oregon is fun place to visit with funky & cool coffee houses, restaurants, cafes, museums, gardens, shopping, culture, nature, beauty, music, etc.

Apollo is a bold journey into Epic Theater. Portland Center Stage premieres "Liberation" the third part of Keystone and Critical Mass Performance Group's new play.

Guide to Portland, Oregon's unique artsy coffee houses for casual business meetings, chatting with friends, a relaxing mid-day getaway or a good morning hot cup of java.

For many Portlanders, the holidays wouldn't be complete without an evening stroll to admire the lights and scenes along quaint Peacock Lane.

Just 15 minutes from downtown Portland, Oregon, a 4,900-acre forest preserve invites hiking, biking and strolling along 70 miles of trails.

Discover holiday fun in the Portland area with free seasonal events including tree lighting, light shows, and music concerts.

Lots of fun New Year's Eve events are taking place in Portland this year.

Kendra Morris' last second shot saves Portland in San Diego.

Luxury is just part of the experience at these four hotels, which spoil their guests with lavish details, architectural glamour and more.

Ride the train at the Oregon Zoo, hear a concert in the Rose Garden, stroll the Japanese Garden or visit the World Forestry Center at Washington Park in Portland, Oregon.

Skate at Oaks Park or Lloyd Center Ice Rink, get creative at the Portland Children's Museum or see how water spouts work at OMSI for rainy day fun in Portland, Oregon.

Guests enjoy relaxing foot soaks and massages while sipping rare and organic tea blends in this teahouse and foot sanctuary located in downtown Portland, Maine.

Two severe storms converged off the coastline of New England, November 26-27, 1898. Despite severe weather warnings, the SS Portland sailed into oblivion, all lost.

A guide to visiting the Portland Art Museum to see varied American, European, Asian, Native American, and African sculpture, photography, art, silver, artifacts and more.

Art, performance, history and period architecture are all on display in the compact, walkable downtown section of Portland, Oregon, known as the Cultural District.

This wide urban walkway sometimes hugs the river's edge, sometimes floats on the water, and always offers stunning downtown views.

Escape the daily grind in Portland, Oregon. Mapping out routes and pre-planning restaurants and activities ensures a great Portland day visit.

Portland, Oregon's eclectic blend of funk, individuality and sustainability delights summer travelers with these eight things to love about the city.

Oregon kids need things to do on a rainy day. There are lots of activities in Portland, some cheap things to do and some not so cheap, but all fun and educational.

The Portland, Oregon area has some of the best corn and hay mazes around. Use this helpful fall activity guide to find the one best suited for a family adventure.

Harry Lane was the mayoral force behind the Rose Festival, an event that would bring global fame to Portland, Oregon, as the city of roses.

Pioneer Courthouse Square, in the heart of downtown Portland Oregon, is the place to be from Thanksgiving to the end of the year.

The Oregon Zoo is enchanting any time of year, but during the winter holidays it becomes a place of magic, glowing with a million lights.

Portland, Oregon is fun for all ages and a great family vacation destination. Following are some good places to go that adults and kids will enjoy together as a group.

A spa getaway is a great way to relax, forget about the daily grind and enjoy being pampered. These four destination spas in the Pacific Northwest offer just that.

Set in the rolling hills of Willamette Valley, the Oregon Garden offers a stunning array of plants, forests, sculptures, fountains, reflecting pools, and walking paths.

Lola Greene Baldwin on April 1, 1908, became Portland, Oregon's first female police officer appointed by progressive Mayor Harry Lane.

Portland, Maine is a beautiful New England seaside town. Pet friendly hotels welcome the family dog or cat to travel along to the scenic Atlantic Coast. .

Being an independent contractor at a hair salon requires discipline, training and teamwork. Portland hairdresser Michelle Ryman shows how it's done.

2007 Portland Trail Blazers NBA Season Preview

Advice for NBA teams to improve their respective teams as the 2007 trade deadline nears, covering all 30 teams worst to first. This installment: Portland Trail Blazers

Portland is the perfect destination for people who love beer. This quick guide will help you to hit the highlights from over 70 microbreweries in the city and surrounds.

There are many farms in the greater Portland area that cater to the u-pick berry purchaser. A variety of berries and other fruits are available to be picked all summer.

There are many pumpkin patches and Halloween activities and events going on in the greater Portland area.

Catch big urban bass living beneath skyscrapers in the Willamette River and near the suburbs at Henry Hagg Lake with these tips and techniques from a local expert.

The Sandy and Clackamas rivers, along with Eagle Creek, have strong runs of winter steelhead despite being so close to an urban area.

This small natural area preserves rare Willamette Valley oak savanna and numerous wildflowers that thrive in the rocky, pool studded property.

Color blooms every season in this private garden in southwest Portland. Open to the public throughout the year, it's a showplace for contemplation and river views.

From the Portland Art Museum to the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Forestry Center, Museum of Contemporary Craft and Oregon Historical Society discovery awaits.

Visitors to Portland, Oregon, can easily explore nature without a car. The city's MAX lightrail takes you right to the trailhead of two nature preserves