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Maybe you've heard that the city of Portland, Oregon, has been proclaimed as North America's "Best Big City," according to Money magazine. One visit will explain why. Come take a first-hand look at the region’s natural beauty, its bustling local scene, our seasonally focused dining and our welcoming accommodations—much of which can be accessed via the region’s convenient and eco-friendly light-rail system. You’ll soon understand why so many visitors flock here year-round.
Portland is known for its green spaces and proximity to natural wonders like the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood. The city is also known as an incubator for progressive urban planning, environmentally conscious public policy, and the sustainable development movement. Home to both a sprawling urban wilderness—the 5,156-acre Forest Park—and the world's smallest dedicated park, Mill Ends Park, Portland offers visitors a breath of fresh air. The Portland metro area has 37,000 acres of green space, including 288 public parks and 166 miles of trails. And, according to Portland Parks and Recreation, 26 percent of the city is covered by tree canopy.
Portland also recently served as the main location for the filming of the movie, Twilight, based on the bestselling series by Stephenie Meyer. Because of this, tourism to the Northwestern city has skyrocketed, making it a top popular-culture travel destination. To read more abuot such destinations, click here.
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