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Alacia works in the Communications and PR department at Travel Portland. A native Portlander and lifelong Oregonian, she enjoys creating artwork she’s never shown anyone and getting outdoors with her "son" Bernard, a 13-year-old Chihuahua. Her idea of the perfect day includes a morning stop at Coffeehouse NW before an afternoon of shredding Mount Hood. She’s also a huge Lucky Lab fan — Bernard likes it too.

Drift to the deLuxe for classy craft cocktails

Friday, April 27th, 2012

Tucked inside the Hotel deLuxe lies one of Portland’s best-kept secrets — even to many locals. Old Hollywood images and décor, intimate lighting and intricate chandeliers create the Driftwood Room’s classy ambiance. Guests here sip on some of the city’s craftiest cocktails. The refreshed spring menu includes the Driftwood Sazerac — this fresh take on an old [...]

Raise Your Spirits with Some Magic

Thursday, March 1st, 2012

I recently boarded the “Spirit of Magic” and though I’ve cruised the Portland Spirit before, there were a few surprises. Add a little magic and a touch of comedy to the well-loved experience and you’ve got a whole new night out, with the same great service Portlanders have come to expect from their cruise line. “Spirit [...]

Historic Steam Locomotives to Get New Home

Monday, January 9th, 2012

Out of the six largest operating steam locomotives in the world, Portland owns two — more than any other American city. These engines and more Oregon rail transport history (which predates the transcontinental railroad), will be showcased at the new Oregon Enginehouse and Rail Heritage Center set to open later this year in Portland’s Central [...]

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