All Portland Travel Advice

• Ten Great Cities for Walking and Biking
  June 25, 2010 6:00 am
  Plenty of cities in the U.S. and Canada are known for being walkable, and a number of urban centers cater to cyclists as well, even offering bicycles for rent. But a few destinations stand out as urban meccas for active travelers. read more
• Using 2010 Destination Trends to Plan Your Vacation
  January 14, 2010 10:26 am
  You've seen lists of popular destinations for 2010, but what do they mean for you and your vacation? Ed Perkins analyzes the trends to help you determine the best destination for your vacation. read more
• Top 10 Fall Foliage Drives Around the U.S.
  September 18, 2009 12:00 am
  Buckle up for the greatest colorful drives around the country. Here are our top picks for routes that not only highlight fall colors, but also emphasize the season's bounty. read more
• Ride the Rails for West Coast Savings
  January 21, 2009 10:25 am
  Sure, Highway One is scenic, but is it worth an extra $500? Our Deal Detective shows you how to skip the rental car and come out ahead on the West Coast. read more
• Top 10 Green Destinations
  April 14, 2008 12:00 am
  Find out which places make the grade and why. read more
• Trip du Jour Small Neighborhoods in Big Cities
  January 22, 2008 1:59 pm
  Discover small neighborhoods in big cities where you can find great spots to eat, drink, play, shop, and sleep. Take an audio tour of Lisbon, Chicago, and Portland. read more
• Shopping Extravaganza: Black Friday Across the U.S.
  November 21, 2007 12:00 am
  Gargantuan malls, cozy Christmas markets, and holiday bazaars—all will be open for business this Friday, November 23, the biggest shopping day of the year. Check out these possibilities around the country to start your holiday shopping. read more
• Spain vacations, Europe cruises, Mexico all-inclusives, more
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Our expert investigator answers reader questions about vacationing in Spain, cruising in Europe, and all-inclusives in Mexico. Need help finding a deal for your next trip? Put the Deal Detective on the case. read more
• Top culinary travel destinations on two continents
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Culinary travel is great because it can be part of almost any other type of travel, since eating is something everyone is guaranteed to do at least occasionally while on vacation. Here's the latest culinary travel news from two continents. read more
• Top five inexpensive U.S. summer vacation cities
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Larger, more touristy cities like New York or San Francisco aren't the only U.S. cities worth visiting during your summer vacation. In fact, you can find great bargains and no shortage of activities across the country. read more