INSIDER GUIDE

Oregon’s Best State Parks

From fantastic seashore cabins to a brand-new high desert escape, stake your claim to our spectacular camping commonwealth.

08/01/2013 By Branden Andersen, Gino Cerruti, Sam Coggeshall, Alisha Gorder, Ketzel Levine, and John Shewey

HAPPENINGS

Calling All Twin Peaks Fans!

Head to North Bend, WA for the 21st Annual Twin Peaks festival, a celebration of David Lynch's cult TV mystery

07/08/2013 By Emily Gravlin

SCENE & HEARD

Veteran Pan Am Stewardesses Look Back

What was the golden age of jet travel really like?

07/01/2013 By Angela Sanders

GIVEAWAY

Win a 5-Night Honolulu Getaway

Enter now to win a five night stay at Hawaii's Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel

06/27/2013 By Marty Patail

NEWS

Portland's Ace Hotel Goes to England

Portland's trendiest hotel announces a new location in a hip London neighborhood

06/19/2013 By Marty Patail

NEWS

Heceta Head Lighthouse Restored

After two years of repairs, the iconic 19th century coastal landmark is open once again

06/10/2013 By Emily Gravlin

TRAVEL TIPS

Portland's Best Pet Hotels

A new wave of boutique pet hotels makes it easier for owners to leave their furry friends behind while traveling.

06/06/2013 By Julia Raymond

TRAVEL NEWS

Is There Such a Thing as a Kid-Friendly Airport?

When it comes to traveling with tots, PDX ranks high. But the family-friendliness goes beyond the number of play areas.

05/22/2013 By Margaret Seiler

TRAVEL NEWS

5 Things We Like About the New Google Maps

A new redesign of Google Maps is coming soon. Here's why we're excited.

05/15/2013 By Marty Patail

INSIDE THE MAGAZINE

Travel Talk in the May Issue

Travel tips and outdoor adventures from Portland Monthly's May issue in one handy place, including our On The Water guide

05/03/2013 By Allison Jones

ON THE WATER

Lake Escapes

We explore the best landlocked waters of the Northwest, from secluded beaches to wild waves fit for a weekend of watersports.

05/01/2013 Edited by Kasey Cordell By Rachel Ritchie

ON THE WATER

Cruisin'

See Oregon and Washington from the mighty waters or the Columbia aboard a yacht, paddlewheel boat, or Victorian steamer.

05/01/2013 Edited by Kasey Cordell By Aaron Scott

ON THE WATER

Riverfront Property

We've scouted the best locales for weekends at the river, whether you're looking for fly-fishing spots, lazy floating, or white-knuckle rides.

05/01/2013 Edited by Kasey Cordell By Zach Dundas and Marty Patail

ON THE WATER

Island Hopping

Explore the best of Washington's scenic islands, from Bainbridge and Whidbey to Vashon and San Juan.

05/01/2013 By Kasey Cordell With Matt Werbach

STAYCATION

A Taste of Italy in PDX

A renowned Portland travel agent gives her picks for unearthing a bit of Italy in the Northwest.

01/10/2013 By Meaghan Morawski

SPECIAL FEATURE

I'm With the Band - The End

Style editor Eden Dawn chronicles the end of a month long tour with The Helio Sequence through photos of the long drive from New England to Portland and her developing fear of the Midwest’s cornfields.

11/29/2012 By Eden Dawn

SPECIAL FEATURE

I'm With the Band - Part 2

Style editor Eden Dawn reports back on the second week of touring with local band The Helio Sequence including goat smugglers and crashing into The Big Apple.

11/21/2012 By Eden Dawn

Slideshow

Slide Show: I'm With the Band - Part 2

11/21/2012

SPECIAL FEATURE

I'm With the Band

Style editor Eden Dawn says adieu to the fashion lifestyle as she crams into a tour van with local band The Helio Sequence to seek out fashion and fun for a month long adventure.

11/14/2012 By Eden Dawn

Slideshow

Slide Show: I'm With the Band

11/13/2012