Travel & Outdoors

FUEL UP

Four Real Food Bars for Adventurous Omnivores

Power your next hiking, biking, or camping trip with protein bars that will bring out your inner caveman. (Or, I Ate Bugs and You Should, Too)

02/10/2015 By Allison Jones

JUST BECAUSE

An Epic Oregon Coast Video

Crashing waves, towering monoliths, otherworldly sunsets—this video reminds us why we love the Oregon coast.

02/09/2015 By Rachel Ritchie

OUTDOORS

Is the Slow Comeback of the Oregon Wolf Now in Jeopardy?

As the state’s gray wolf population continues to grow, new legislative stipulations could impede further progress.

02/06/2015 By Larisa Owechko

GEAR UP

North Drinkware Puts Mt Hood in a Pint Glass

A Portland trio's Kickstarter project wants to drown Mt. Hood in your favorite beer.

02/04/2015 By Marty Patail

NORTHWEST EVENTS

9 Dreamy Date Ideas for Valentine's Day in Portland

We set the mood for a handful of adventures for you and yours to enjoy on this most romantic of holidays.

02/04/2015 By Larisa Owechko

TRAVEL NEWS

Around the World in 5 Stories: Feb 2, 2015

A round up of international travel news, including Tinder-to-go, a travel hacking guide from Kayak, and a wonky FAA policy change you need to know about.

02/02/2015 By Marty Patail

DAY TRIP

A Storm Chasing Weekend to Remember

This winter, head for the North Coast and revel in buckets of Oregon rain.

02/02/2015 By Rachel Ritchie

TRAVEL NEWS

Check Out the New Spa at Sou'Wester Lodge

The beloved Seaview, WA trailer resort gets a fancy new garden spa and Finnish sauna.

01/30/2015 By Marty Patail

TRAVEL NEWS

Around the World in 5 Stories

A round up of international travel news, including the latest on Cuba, taking advantage of a strong US dollar, and the rise (again) of travel agents.

01/22/2015 By Marty Patail

Weekend Away

The Region's Most Romantic Retreats for Valentine's Day

V-Day falls on a Saturday this year, the perfect chance for a weekend escape. Rekindle (or spark) love at one of these Cupid-approved local escapes.

01/22/2015

NORTHWEST EVENTS

Stout Month is Back!

Once again, Astoria's Fort George Brewery celebrates the coziest of winter brews this February with a month of good beer and cheer.

01/22/2015 By Cervante Pope

TRAVEL NEWS

This Portland Woman’s Travel Group is Taking Off

Living Big takes small groups of awesome ladies on pre-planned travel adventures to international and local destinations.

01/21/2015 By Larisa Owechko

JUST BECAUSE

Yes, It's Come to This: The PDX Airport Carpet IPA

Rogue Ales pays homage to Portland's greatest rug.

01/14/2015 By Marty Patail

DEALS & HAPPENINGS

Tripster: Weekend Plans

The Oregon Truffle Festival, the Eagle Cap Extreme, and the Winter Folk Festival...it's shaping up to be quite the month!

01/13/2015 By Rachel Ritchie

GEAR UP

Old Airline Seats Become Trendy New Bags

A collaboration between Southwest Airlines and Portland's Looptworks turns yesterday's plane seats into tomorrow's carry-ons.

01/12/2015 By Mary Stutzman

WEEKEND AWAY

Dine Out Vancouver Festival

From Jan 16–Feb 1, foodies take over the charming international metropolis of Vancouver, BC. Reservations are open now!

01/07/2015 By Sara Rangel

REPORT

How Will Portland Fare in a Future of Climate Change?

As our leaders prepare for a steamy future, Portland could still get off easy.

01/05/2015 By Marty Patail

VENTURES

Mapping PDX’s Newest Direct Flights to International Locales

With five new international destinations, our cozy little airport is filling its passport. Here’s a look at the stories (and strategies) behind PDX’s global connections.

01/05/2015 By Keegan Clements-Housser

THE YEAR IN REVIEW

Portland Monthly's Top Magazine Stories of 2014

Best bars! Earthquake survival! Day trips! Hot neighborhoods! Sandwiches! We take a look back on the best of the best.

12/31/2014 By Portland Monthly Staff