Snow cap Mountains to the east, breathtaking ocean views to the west, in between rests the exciting and beautiful city of Portland Oregon. Known as the city of Roses, it is quickly becoming one of the premier areas to visit in the Pacific Northwest.
Many who visit the Portland area are rewarded with a wide selection of activities to select from. If you’re the kind that enjoys a city experience then you’ll enjoy the shopping and eateries that abound in Portland. One of the most famous places to visit is the Pearl District with its upscale shopping, unique shops and sidewalk cafes. Another place to take in is the Portland Saturday Market which boasts hundreds of outdoor covered shops of artists and venders all set along the beautiful Willamette River.
Now if you’re one set on the more active lifestyle then you don’t need to look far. A short ride outside of town and you can find yourself on Mount Hood where you can find world class skiing, snowboarding and mountain climbing. Portland is also known as a biker’s paradise, with many miles of off road and scenic routes to use. If you like the water than the Columbia River in the gorge is world renowned for its windsurfing.
So next time you’re planning a vacation or a weekend away you just might want to visit the jewel of the Northwest, beautiful, green, and always vibrant Portland Oregon.
