We'll fly out of San Jose on Thursday, July 28th and return home on Tuesday, August 2nd. We will not be camping! We'll stay at <a href="http://www.thenines.com">The Nines, Portland</a>. This luxurious little nest was recommended by Nicole, Portland resident and wedding attendee.
Our to-do list is going to read like a Denny's menu, but, here goes;
International Rose Test Garden
Portland Art Museum
Portland Farmers Market
Hoyt Arboretum and/or Leach Botanical Gardens
Shop the Mississippi, Alberta & Pearl Districts
Catch a show at Mississippi Studios
Massage and Spa treatments at Dragonwood Spa
Visit the best bike shops and bike builders; maybe just two of each
Jog around the neighborhoods
Maybe some kissy face
Hike the Columbia River Gorge
Eat & Drink at Por Que No, Tin Shed, Noble Rot, Pok Pok, Clyde Commons, Tasty & Son's, Little Bird, Parks Kitchen, Departure, Toro Bravo & maybe a couple more!
As the 14 year "courting" period evidences, we are not very spontaneous! We're going to try to mellow, be present and live in the moment while we're tripping in OR. We'll let you know how that goes. One thing is for certain; we
plan on having the time of our young lives together in Portland. Thank you for your help making this trip happen for Sara and I.