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I need to find a five day low-cost trip that needs to be driving distance (6-10 hours okay) of Seattle. However, my dog is a jerk that hates all people. I can keep him muzzled when around people, but we need a cabin or someplace that will let us be separate from humans and accept dogs. [more inside]
posted by corb around Portland, OR at 4:20 PM - 6 answers

We are a collective of people - 4 adults, a baby, a tween, and 2 dogs - and we want to do something driving distance from Seattle and Portland the weekend before Christmas up to Christmas Day. What should we be looking at? [more inside]
posted by k8t around Portland, OR at 8:59 AM - 6 answers

We're taking a car free trip to Portland, OR next weekend. Would like advice on activities and food that can be accessed by public transportation and are good for a 34 weeks pregnant person and toddler. [more inside]
posted by toomanycurls around Portland, OR at 10:03 AM - 8 answers

Any particularly recommended day hikes near Portland, OR? Mount Hood, the Gorge, the Coast? [more inside]
posted by cycleback around Portland, OR at 10:53 AM - 6 answers

I will be arriving in Portland, Oregon late at night and I want to take a shuttle to Eugene as soon as I get out. Do I need to book in advance, or can I just get a seat/ticket at the airport?
posted by dhruva around Portland, OR at 5:54 PM - 11 answers

I have to be in Portland, OR on Monday August 20 and have a place for my 9 year old and I to stay. But I want to do *something* on Tuesday, maybe stay somewhere Tuesday night, and return to Seattle on Wednesday. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by k8t around Portland, OR at 3:35 PM - 6 answers

Yes, I've got yet another Portland, OR question! What neighborhood should my girlfriends and I go to on our trip this year to browse and shop? [more inside]
posted by skycrashesdown around Portland, OR at 6:07 PM - 9 answers

My wife is at a conference outside of Portland in Clackamas and I came along. I'd like to have suggestions on what to do all day tomorrow (Saturday) and Sunday on my own, as I explore the city while she is busy. It is my second time in Portland but I am still very unfamiliar with the city. Your suggestions and stories and must dos welcome!! [more inside]
posted by timpanogos around Portland, OR at 4:06 PM - 10 answers

How do we properly value a parking space we own for rental purposes? [more inside]
posted by pdb around Portland, OR at 3:42 PM - 9 answers

I'll be attending graduate school at Portland State University starting in September. I understand the rental market in PDX is generally pretty tight, so any tips for how/when/where to scope out rentals between now and September? [more inside]
posted by forkisbetter around Portland, OR at 12:05 PM - 11 answers

Can you recommend a great neighborhood within an hour of Portland (ideally less) on the Washington State side? It could be in Vancouver, Washington, or in any of the small towns nearby. [more inside]
posted by 3491again around Portland, OR at 2:13 AM - 8 answers

What are the best (NY style) pizza places and great vegetarian spots in Portland? Grocery stores too! Alberta Arts district mainly, but city-wide too. [more inside]
posted by rachaelfaith around Portland, OR at 11:12 AM - 9 answers

Five days in Portland in early May with the extended family and an 11-month-old. Looking for outdoorsy things to do in the Gorge and Mt. Hood areas. [more inside]
posted by liet around Portland, OR at 10:11 AM - 4 answers

Our beloved 2002 Jetta died on the road yesterday, and we need a replacement. And of course, since I'm a snowflake, details inside. [more inside]
posted by pdb around Portland, OR at 9:52 AM - 34 answers

I am turning 25 on the 25th of November this year (the day after Thanksgiving) and I will be in Portland/Tualatin visiting family. I'd like to do something special to celebrate! [more inside]
posted by jouir around Portland, OR at 9:13 PM - 4 answers

I've just been offered a new job which is great on paper, but the commute has me concerned. Does any one have experience with the Portland to Sherwood, OR commute? [more inside]
posted by Flamingo around Portland, OR at 10:24 AM - 8 answers

I know some folks who are going to honeymoon in Portland, OR soon. They're arriving in the middle of next week and will be there for 10-14 days. I'd love to be able to point them to cool weird quirky things going on that they may not easily find in tourist magazines etc. They're about 40, not huge on hiking and I'm not sure what styles of music they like. They're already planning to get head-sized donuts at Voodoo and I've rhapsodised at them about Powells. Hope me, hive mind!
posted by rmd1023 around Portland, OR at 9:45 AM - 29 answers

What cool/odd/weird little things can I see or do in Portland OR from now through September 17th? My sis told me about PICA's TBA and I will probably do some of that but I would also be interested in even less mainstream type things. [more inside]
posted by bobobox around Portland, OR at 4:34 PM - 13 answers

Hi! I'm going to be in Portland in a couple of weeks visiting friends in the Grant Park neighborhood. I'm staying with them, but I have two days where they're at work and I will be entertaining myself (which I am looking forward to). I have access to a car and the only thing I am certain of is that I will be spending 1/2 a day at Powell's. Is there anything else I shouldn't miss? [more inside]
posted by Sophie1 around Portland, OR at 8:40 AM - 31 answers

So my husband and I are considering an international trip (Scandinavia), and possibly renting a car. When I started googling this, it seems like a large percentage of rental cars in these countries are stick-shift. While there are some automatic transmission options, I'd want to be prepared in case a rental company screwed me and gave me a manual (I'm usually unlucky when I travel). I'm having real difficulty however finding driving school options in/near Portland, OR that will teach stick. Please help! [more inside]
posted by FireFountain around Portland, OR at 7:44 PM - 26 answers