Introduction
By Judy Koutsky
Looking to get away with the friends? Then look no further than Portland, Oregon. Well known for being laid-back, casual, passionate about the environment, coffee-buzzed, quirky, wet and green, Northwest Oregon is a great outdoor getaway.
The Portland Metro Region encompasses the Northern Willamette Valley wine country; the scenic beauty of Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory and Columbia River Gorge; Portland’s culture and nightlife scene; and the Columbia River route that explorers Lewis and Clark followed during their survey of the region.
In addition to its passion for the outdoors, the region has tax-free shopping, an obsession for fresh, organic foods, and a surprisingly broad arts scene. Thanks to all these elements, both the region and the city of Portland make for a wonderful getaway with friends.
There’s much to do, see and experience in the Portland Metro Region. Below are a few ideas.
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