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  Portland, Oregon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Portland is the largest city in the U.S. state of Oregon, and county seat of Multnomah County.
The population of Portland is estimated to be 556,370 as of July 1, 2005
Portland was the major port in the Pacific Northwest for much of the 19th century, until the 1890s, when direct railroad access between the deepwater harbor in Seattle and points east by way of Stampede Pass were built.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Portland,_Oregon   (5505 words)

  
 Portland (Oregon) - Wikitravel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Portland [1], "The City of Roses", is the largest city in Oregon and one of the major cities in the Pacific Northwest.
Portland lies about 70 miles from the Pacific Coast on the northern border of the state of Oregon, straddling the Willamette River just south of its confluence with the Columbia River at Vancouver, Washington.
Portland and its suburbs supposedly have one of the highest concentrations of exotic dancer bars and adult bookstores in the country.
wikitravel.org /en/Portland_(Oregon)   (6114 words)

  
 Portland's Downtown District | About Portland
Portland is the banking capital of northern New England, home to major international law firms, import/export companies, and modern high-rise office buildings.
Portland stands as one of the few working waterfronts left in the United States, acting as New England’s largest tonnage seaport and second largest fishing port.
Portland is Maine’s largest city with 66,000 full time residents; however it swells to 2 million if one includes annual visitors and part-time residents.
www.portlandmaine.com /portland.html   (162 words)

  
 Goose Hollow, Northwest District, Pearl District - Guide to Portland Downtown Neighborhoods
Portland's new streetcar line that began in July 2001, connects the Northwest District with downtown.
The Portland streetcar line connects the Pearl with the Northwest District, downtown, and the South Waterfront.
The Portland Streetcar connects the Pearl with downtown and the Northwest District.
www.movingtoportland.net /living_downtown.htm   (4424 words)

  
 Susan's Guide to New Downtown Condos Projects in Portland Oregon
Public Transportation in Downtown Map showing the MAX light rail route, streetcar route, and bus routes in the downtown area.
Harrison A team of Portland developers announced in late September 2005 that it has purchased the high-rise Portland Center Apartments at SW Harrison Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues for $77.5 million.
Built in 1965 as the first high-rise residential project in Portland's Urban Renewal District, the Harrison is located in the 200 block SW Harrison Street, just three blocks from the Willamette River and on the east edge of Portland State University.
www.movingtoportland.net /condos_downtown.htm   (2640 words)

  
 Downtown (Portland, OR) News
Downtown Salem is congested in the wake of the immigration-rights rally, but police report there are no major tie-ups in the early afternoon rush-hour traffic.
For years, local politicians and development officials have concentrated their urban renewal efforts on downtown, arguing that a vibrant city center is necessary for a prosperous Portland.
PORTLAND -- The National Players, America's longest-running classical touring company, will have two workshops for high school students at Arts Place in Portland on April 20 and 21 as part of a residency...
www.topix.net /city/portland-or-downtown   (631 words)

  
 Short Trips: Walkable downtown Portland boasts a lack of hills   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
When I arrived by car in downtown Portland at midday, it was a lot less frantic than a typical midday in downtown Seattle.
Friends told me that, because of the lack of hills, downtown Portland was easy to walk and probably would be the best way to see the city, especially in such a short period of time -- if it didn't rain.
About three or four blocks from the hotel, near one of the Portland streetcar stops on Southwest 10th, Sandra Lee, bundled up against the cold, gingerly unfurled the umbrella attached to her information kiosk as the wind died down.
seattlepi.nwsource.com /getaways/104326_shorttrips16.shtml   (1816 words)

  
 Portland's Transportation - Portland Oregon Visitors Association
Portland has long been known as a clean, green and friendly metropolis, with lots to do and even more to see.
New to areas of downtown Portland are the solar-powered SmartMeters.
Portland Union Station is served by three scheduled Amtrak intercity passenger trains.
www.travelportland.com /visitors/transportation.html   (961 words)

  
 Portland Apartments for Rent
Portland is located where two rivers meet, with forests and volcanoes all around.
Despite its fast growth, Portland is a unique big city in the manner in which it has resisted urban sprawl and maintained a sharp line between the metro area and the nature surrounding the city.
Portland enjoys a diverse economy with jobs available in a wide variety of areas.
www.rent.com /rentals/oregon/portland-vancouver-and-vicinity/portland   (623 words)

  
 Welcome to Portland, Oregon
Portland is situated approximately 70 miles from the Pacific in a magnificent setting between the sparkling waters of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers.
Portland's award winning mass transit system is one of the most extensive and advanced in the U.S. The transit system includes buses, streetcars, historic trollies and the MAX, an urban light rail line.
Portland has many local pubs and brewhouses, where tasting local microbrews is considered a fine way to spend an evening.
www.el.com /To/Portland   (542 words)

  
 Downtown Portland Hotels - The Paramount Portland Hotel, a Coast Hotels in Downtown Portland Hotels   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The Paramount Portland, a Coast Hotel - Portland, OR In the heart of downtown Portland Oregon, close to Portland's best museums, art galleries, shops, restaurants, and nightlife is The Paramount Portland, a Coast Hotel.
Whether visiting Portland for business or a vacation, this one of a kind boutique hotel offers traditional elegance in the perfect downtown Portland location.
The Paramount Portland, a Coast Hotel has elegant Italian marble, rich tapestries and original art with modern hotel amenities, including meeting rooms and catering services for up to 60 people.
www.coasthotels.com /home/sites/portlandparamount   (121 words)

  
 PortlandRentals.com Downtown Portland/Pearl District
A coin flip determined the name of the town to be Portland (the other contender was Boston), and the small township grew faster than the founders could have anticipated.
From NBA basketball with the Portland Trailblazers, to a thriving Chinatown, to a gorgeous waterfront park that hosts festivals the year round, downtown Portland though small geographically is definitely a "big city." Pioneer Courthouse Square acts as the town’s epicenter, especially on sunny days when workers taking their lunch breaks flood the square.
Though Portland has its share of homeless and street youth, the downtown scene is safe and you’ll find people are generally very helpful and the city has even put together street teams to help answer any questions you might have.
www.portlandrentals.com /944.html   (635 words)

  
 Portland hotels - The Benson - a downtown Portland Oregon hotel
The Benson Hotel in the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon, provides travelers a truly unique experience among even the most distinct Portland hotels.
The London Grill is the only one of many fine Portland restaurants to have been awarded this distinction.
Portland's recently expanded Convention Center is within easy reach via the city's sophisticated light rail system, MAX, and it's free.
www.bensonhotel.com   (243 words)

  
 2K20: Cities: Portland
Downtown Portland is maintained by the Corporations who also own many outlying housing developments.
The Barley of the East-side of the state is gone due to poor corporate farming practices, and the Hops of the Willamette Valley are rendered unusable due to Acid Rain.
There is still a strong eco-sensitive population in Portland, but they are continually put down by Corporate Police and the corporations put on a strong propaganda campaign to convince their employees that what they do is environmentally friendly and safe, regardless of the truth.
www.mecha.com /~conkle/cyber/portland.html   (839 words)

  
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The survey shows that youth in Portland who experience more of these assets are less likely to engage in harmful or unhealthy behaviors and are more likely to engage in healthy behaviors and have positive attitudes.
Bob McDougall, President of Quarryside Downtown explained, “We know the business list is not complete, but we encourage any business in Portland that would like to be listed, to contact us with their information.” We would like to include as many businesses as possible, and we would like more than just the name and address.
The meeting will be an opportunity for Quarryside Downtown to share current progress and plans, and will also give the community an opportunity to share their ideas and opinions.
www.portlandct.org /Portland/intro.htm   (1571 words)

  
 Portland, OR Oregon Hotels   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Established in an age of grace and beauty, The Embassy Suites Portland Downtown in the Historic Multnomah Hotel maintains all the style and elegance of its storied past, while offering all the appointments and services you would...
The Four Points by Sheraton Portland Downtown is a small, full-service boutique hotel located on the Willamette River, directly on the light rail line....
The Portland Marriott City Center is located at the corner of Broadway and Washington in the heart of downtown Portland just two blocks from Pioneer Courthouse...
www.mycitytravelguide.com /states/OR-Portland.html   (2035 words)

  
 Portland Downtown Neighborhood Association   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The Portland Downtown Neighborhood Association (DNA), a non-profit 501 c(3), is a neighborhood group made up of Downtown Portland residents, business people, and others in Portland committed to making Downtown a strong, vibrant neighborhood.
From simply offering a chance for neighbors to meet one another to setting up meetings with City Council representatives and teaming up with other local organizations like The Portland Business Alliance and Old Town Chinatown Neighborhood Association, DNA is an organization based on communication coupled with a passion for life in Downtown Portland.
Portland DNA is led by people who want to make the world around them even better.
www.portlanddna.org   (387 words)

  
 Downtown Portland Event Calendar & Oregon Things To Do - Marriott City Center
Aficionados come from all over the country and the world to experience this grassroots festival, which began as a way to expose the public to microbrews at a time when the craft brewing industry was just getting off the ground.
Located in the heart of downtown, and surrounded by neighboring cultural districts, our intimate boutique-style hotel is just steps away from the city's most popular bars, nightclubs, bookstores, and coffee shops.
Portland is a city blessed by unrivaled natural beauty, a bustling local scene, exotic ethnic neighborhoods, and colorful restaurants.
www.marriottportland.com /areaevents.cfm   (430 words)

  
 Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront: Hotel specials, rates and availability in Portland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront: Hotel specials, rates and availability in Portland
The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront Hotel sits on the banks of the Willamette River with Mt. Hood as a breathtaking backdrop.
Stunning views, convenience to the heart of downtown Portland, and access to major highways make our location ideal for business travel, meetings, or vacation.
marriott.com /property/propertypage/PDXOR   (225 words)

  
 Downtown Portland Hotels & Oregon Accommodations – Marriott City Center   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Located in the heart of the Rose City, the Marriott Portland City Center on Broadway allows guests to tap into the pulse of Portland s most enchanting urban rhythms.
Central to the business district and a vast array of shopping, entertainment, and dining venues, our downtown Portland hotel is a traveler s delight with central access to it all.
Our Marriott Portland hotel is just two blocks away from the MAX Light Rail your direct connection to the Oregon Zoo, the Rose Garden, and the Portland International Airport.
marriott.com /property/propertypage.mi?marshaCode=PDXCT   (191 words)

  
 Destination Downtown - Dining   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Mama Mia Trattoria is a great spot for late night Italian dining in downtown Portland.  To nourish the late night shoppers and partiers, Mama Mia Trattoria is open late from Thursday through Saturday.
Portland Saturday Market is underneath the West End of the Burnside Bridge.
Daily Grill is in the heart of downtown within walking distance of major retailers, eclectic boutiques, the theatre district and museums.
www.downtownportland.org /dining.html   (1549 words)

  
 portland independent media center
From the open publishing newswire: The animal rights activists known as the SHAC 7 are about to be tried as terrorists for the crime of speaking.
On Thursday, May 11, 2006, a Special Agent of the Portland Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation stopped a City employee and showed her a badge and ID. He asked if she knew any City Council members.
The arraignment is on June 7th, at 1:00 pm, in Courtroom 1 in the Justice Center downtown.
portland.indymedia.org   (2081 words)

  
 Portland Oregon Hotels | Hotel Lucia | Downtown Portland
Situated in the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon, the Hotel Lucia offers a unique alternative to the typical Portland hotel experience.
Venture outside and be at the epicenter of all Portland has to offer, including shopping, sports, business, restaurants, art galleries and theatre.
No matter what brings you to Portland, the Hotel Lucia has the modern, luxurious amenities and high-tech accessories to provide you with a connected, yet calm oasis.
www.hotellucia.com   (152 words)

  
 Portland downtown hotel, walk to downtown Pioneer Square shopping and dining, visit the luxury Hotel Vintage Plaza in ...
Portland downtown hotel, walk to downtown Pioneer Square shopping and dining, visit the luxury Hotel Vintage Plaza in the City of Roses
Centrally located in Portland's downtown business district, the luxury AAA 4 Diamond Hotel Vintage Plaza is just two blocks from Pioneer Square, Pioneer Place Shopping Center and Saks Fifth Avenue, within easy walking distance of Nordstrom and the Portland Center for the Performing Arts, and surrounded by an excellent public transportation system.
Portland's proximity to the wine country, the mountains, rivers and ocean - even the desert - adds a stunning natural element to an already beautiful urban area.
www.vintageplaza.com /vpzdown   (229 words)

  
 Downtown Portland, Oregon (More Information)
Downtown Portland is bounded by West Burnside on the north, the Willamette River on the east, and freeways to the south and west.
It represents one of the earliest settled districts in the city and contains is the financial, governmental, cultural, and entertainment heart of the city.
Downtown features include the Portland Art Museum, Oregon History Center, and the Portland Performing Arts Center.
www.ohwy.com /or/p/pdxdownt.htm   (129 words)

  
 Hilton Portland Oregon Hotel - Executive Tower Hotel - Portland, OR Hotels   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The Hilton Portland & Executive Tower hotel is located in the heart of Portland's city center financial and entertainment districts.
The Hilton's central location is within blocks of downtown Portland's best restaurants such as Jake's Famous Crawfish, Higgins Restaurant and Bar and Harrison....
The Hilton Portland (main building) is located on SW 6th Ave between SW Salmon &...
www.portland.hilton.com   (239 words)

  
 Downtown Portland Maine Map - ... - portlandmaine.onlyhope.be   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
PORTLAND, Maine May 5, 2005, Bicycle messengers once crowded downtown traffic to deliver court papers, business documents and blueprints.
Walking is the best way to enjoy Portland Maine's waterfront, the Old Port district, the historic neighborhoods with outstanding architecture, the coastline, and the many parks.
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 Portland Hotels - Find hotels in Portland, Oregon
Portland Hotels, a locally based company, offers discount reservations on Portland hotels, motels, inns, and bandb's.
We have been booking Portland Hotels since 1994 and are the experts in finding last minute availability.
Whether you are looking for discount Portland Hotels and Motels or cheap, inexpensive accommodations near downtown, Portland Hotels can help you find the perfect hotel while you enjoy beautiful Portland, Oregon.
portland.cityhotelservice.com   (277 words)

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