by pdxgirlmeets | Jul 17, 2017 | My Own Backyard, Oregon
Only one day in Portland? If this is your first time I would first recommend to spend more than a day here, as there’s so much to do! Whether you’re coming for a quick getaway, a part of a cruise or as a stop on a Pacific Coast tour, I’ve compiled a...
by pdxgirlmeets | Jul 1, 2017 | My Own Backyard, Oregon
On a first visit to Portland there are many popular sights that can be hit in a quick amount of time in our small and walk-able city center! This self guided walking tour has a total walking distance of about 3 miles and takes about 75-90 minutes without stopping at...
by pdxgirlmeets | May 30, 2017 | My Own Backyard, Oregon
So you want to come visit Portland? You’re not alone. In 2015 8.9 million people visited! While we lack the exorbitant prices that can be seen traveling to Paris, Singapore, or New York City it can be pricier than many smaller cities in the US if you don’t...
by pdxgirlmeets | May 13, 2017 | My Own Backyard, Oregon
One of the questions I get asked quite frequently from visitors is “What should I do visiting Portland?” For the local who is tired of taking guests to the same places, the tourist who has been to the “must-see sights,” or the frequent visitor...
by pdxgirlmeets | Apr 21, 2017 | Ask a Travel Agent
What are ticket rules and why do they matter? In light of recent travel related news concerning rights and rules for a passenger- on a more serious note the infamous United forcibly removing a seated passenger to the frequently shared concern over new bare-bones...