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Great Escape
A look at the most popular U.S. and worldwide
tourist destinations. -- March 5, 2007
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WARNING: Shopping in Portland is tax-free, everyday!
Okay, I know, women are already booking their vacations now, but what about
the guys? How about that Portland is known for its micro-breweries? And for
families, Portland is a laid-back friendly Pacific Northwest city -- with a
reputation for its natural beauty which includes the most authentic Japanese
Garden outside of Japan. What better way is there to shake off the winter
blues? Along with every major metropolitan city, Portland offers a wide array
of museums and family-friendly attractions. Are you all convinced yet?
Median income -- $40,146
Median house value -- $154,900
For more information visit www.pova.com
or call 1-87-PORTLAND.
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| The Top 10 Attractions
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| Pearl District
The destination for creative
cuisine, home furnishing, art and one-of-a-kind boutiques. Relax
at the picturesque sidewalk cafes and enjoy the fountains in
Jamison Square. |
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| Portland Rose Gardens
503-223-1321
When in the City of Roses...Washington
Park houses one of the largest and oldest rose test gardens in the
nation. As well as the International Rose Test Garden, the
Japanese Garden has been proclaimed one of the most authentic
Japanese gardens outside Japan. |
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| Oregon Zoo 503-226-1561
Travel across the world in an
afternoon -- from the tropics to the savannah, to the tundras of
Alaska and the coastal waters of Peru, the animals live in
naturalistic environments. |

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| Pittock Mansion
503-823-3624
This beautiful estate, that offers
a sweeping view of the mountains, river and the city of Portland;
symbolizes the growth of the city. |
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| Portland Art Museum
503-226-2811
One of the 25 largest U.S. museums,
the Portland Art Museum offers touring exhibits and permanent
collections of American, European, Asian, Native American and
contemporary art. |
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| Portland Saturday Market
503-222-6072
The largest continuously operated
open-air arts and crafts market in the U.S. lets you speak
directly with the artists and enjoy live music. |
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| The Grotto 503-254-7371
This internationally known Catholic
sanctuary, open to everyone, is a peaceful oasis in the midst of a
city. More than 100 statues and shrines are nestled among 62 acres
of botanical gardens. |
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| Willamette Jetboat
Excursions 888-JETBOAT
See Portland's waterfront and more
-- giant ships, bridges, riverfront homes, Oregon City and
Willamette Falls -- aboard the Willamette Jetboats. |
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| Portland Classical
Chinese Garden 503-228-8131
Transport yourself to ancient China
at Lan Su Yuan. Overlooking a lake, the Chinese Harden is a
harmonizing blend of water, architecture, stone and poetry. |
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| Oregon Museum of Science
and Industry (OMSI) 503-797-4000
Experience an earthquake, climb in
a submarine, uncover fossils, surf the Internet, enter a world of
virtual reality, travel the globe in a five-story domed theater
and more. Over 200 exhibits to keep your mind and body
entertained. |
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