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Overview of Portland Vacation Rentals

Smell the Roses and Enjoy the Parks by Portland Vacation Rentals

Even though Portland is Oregon's most populous city, it has as its claim to fame being America's most environmentally friendly city. Green space planning was implemented as far back as 1903 and since 1995, the city has been actively acquiring key natural areas to be used for the preservation of fish and wildlife and for recreational use by its residents. Portland has both the largest and smallest park in the U.S. Forest park is the largest wilderness area, covering more than 5,000 acres within city limits. The smallest is Mills End Park; it is a mere two feet in diameter.

The climate is perfectly suited to growing roses and Portland is also often referred to as the "City of Roses." There are several beautifully sculpted gardens in the city and one of the most famous is the International Rose Test Garden. Rows upon rows of magnificent blooms can be seen here and a stroll through the garden is very worthwhile. The Portland Japanese Garden is another great place to visit if you appreciate horticulture. The bridges, waterfalls and carefully cultured and sculpted gardens create a wonderfully serene environment.

Some Must-See Places Near Portland Vacation Rentals

The Oregon Zoo is located in Washington Park and a great place to take the family. Aside from the beautiful gardens, the city of Portland has a vibrant art scene and many interesting museums worth visiting. The Portlandia is the second largest hammered-copper statue in the U.S., after the Statue of Liberty; it can be seen on the western side of the entrance of the Portland Building on SW 5th Avenue.

The Portland Art Museum is one of the 25 largest museums in the United States. The exhibits vary in style and there are regular touring exhibitions. Recently, a modern and contemporary wing were added to the museum, expanding its artistic repetoire. To purchase artworks, you can browse the many excellent art galleries located in downtown Portland.

The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry explores the many fields of science, including life sciences, earth sciences, astronomy, physical sciences, technology and even early childhood learning. It's a great museum to visit with the family as the exhibits are hands-on and interactive, making the learning experience fun and interesting. One of the museum's most famous exhibits is the USS Blueback submarine which was used in the film "The Hunt for Red October."

The shopping in Portland is legendary and a famous landmark is the neon Made in Oregon sign. Powell's City of Books is reputed to be the biggest independent bookstore in the United States and you can spend hours here browsing for your favorite titles. The most well known shopping areas are North West 23rd Avenue, Pearl District, Lloyd District and Downtown Portland. There are several great malls worth browsing. For crafts and unusual items, you can visit the Saturday Market; it is open on weekends from March to Christmastime.

To get a true taste of Portland, you must stop in at one of the city's 28 breweries. The breweries are known for producing excellent quality beer, owing to the high grade of ingredients available locally.

Visitors to Portland Vacation Houses

Portland is a vibrant city with a wealth of attractions and for this reason, it attracts many different types of visitors. There are interests for families, young travelers, and people who specifically want to see Portland's beautiful gardens and parks. Summertime is the better season to visit as the weather is characteristically warm and dry. Winters are cold and wet, yet it is when some of the parks are at their most beautiful.

Travelling to Portland Lodging

Portland has an extensive and efficient public transport system. The MAX light rail system connects the city and its suburbs and is a convenient way to get around. There is also a downtown streetcar. There is an extensive network of bicycle paths and Portland ranks as one of the top bicycle-friendly cities worldwide. The airport is located within a 20-minute drive from the city center and rated as an international airport.

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