About Portland

Big city excitement and small town charm make Portland, Oregon, known as "the City of Roses," a favorite destination in the West. Portland is situated approximately 70 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean in a magnificent setting between the sparkling waters of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. Portland is just a short distance from Willamette valley wineries, skiing at Timberline Lodge and all of the excitement and beauty of Oregon's spectacular forestland.

Portland's historic old town, galleries, museums, Saturday Market, and theatre companies keep residences cultured and having fun! Its ample lush green parks are perfect for a picnic or an afternoon stroll, as the short blocks combined with public art and old fashioned statuary, architecture, bridges, urban parks, and fountains offer opportunities for leisure and play.

Portland has many fabulous restaurants, local pubs and brewhouses where drinking and eating in Portland have evolved into a culinary adventure. It's not just the restaurants, eclectic emerging neighborhood eateries, markets, cooking schools, microbreweries and nearby wineries; it’s an attitude that Portlanders have for what ends up on their plates. Fresh ingredients are key- whether you're talking microbrews or seafood- anything caught, made, or grown in the surrounding region is a source of tremendous local pride.

Nightlife in Portland is excellent and varied- it includes the world class performances of the internationally-known Oregon Symphony, Performing Arts ballet, Shakespeare, Broadway musicals, modern dance and much more, in addition to many fun night clubs, piano & wine bars, and ample festivals occurring all year long. The Rose City is the home of the NBA's Trail Blazers basketball team, and also has hockey and baseball for sports fans.

A splendid location, relaxed respectability, and an urban lifestyle that is unsurpassed for its livability makes Portland a city to visit and remember.