Portland Oregon Travel

There are some areas of the United States that aren't always thought to be great choices in terms of travel or vacations. Some, however, offer a unique twist of fun and because they may not be the premium places to visit in the eyes of the consumer can offer would be travelers great savings with a great vacation. Portland Oregon is one such city.

Set in the great North West of the United States Portland Oregon is rich in history and really a beautiful part of our great country. If you take a look at a random Portland Travel Guide you can see the many options available should one be so inclined to take a vacation or plan a trip. Portland is Oregon's official metropolis so it offers all of the great things you'd expect to find in the big city. You'll find great arts and culture, fantastic dining, a hip nightlife and of course be privy to things that are just unique to Portland that other big cities just don't have. One such area is the ability to enjoy the great outdoors. 

As is always the case, should we not lose site of our goals on this blog, you can see and enjoy Portland Oregon without great expense. Now showing is the 2009 Portland Jazz Festival. The Festival is being sponsored by Alaskan Airlines and Horizon Air and starts today February 13th and will continue through and up to February 22nd. Tickets to attend the event are $21 per night !! There are also some great hotel rates right now for rooms that are starting at around $70. Call 1-800-950-1363 to inquire about vacancies in any number of hotels. Of course why not try out the local fare with a visit to one of Portland's most acclaimed restaurants by checking out the Portland Spirit. Why is this so unique? The Portland Spirit is a dinner cruise that takes you down the Willamette River. 

So for a great trip consider Portland Oregon.