This modern travel guide to Portland will show you the design side of the city.

If you?ve never been to Portland, Oregon, you might already have some preconceived notions of what to expect from this little region in the Pacific Northwest. There are certain stereotypes about Portland that do play into the city?s popular slogan ?Keep Portland Weird? but after visiting Portland last year, I?ve learned that there?s so much to this city underneath its part eccentric, part outdoorsy facade. This city has exploded in the last few years, gaining a wholesome reputation of a thriving hub for creativity and community. If you?re heading to PDX, check out our travel recommendations below and skip the lines for Salt & Straw and Voodoo Donuts.
(Actually, grab those cones and donuts to go while you take on this itinerary. Those ice cream flavors and glazes really do live up to the hype.)
WHERE TO STAY
Yes, you can stay at the popular Ace Hotel and wake up early for that picture perfect lobby photo if you?re so inclined ? we won?t judge you for it! If you?re looking for something a little different, might we suggest these hotels"

The Jupiter NEXT hotel gives the same homey vibes as the original Jupiter hotel except this extension focuses on design, art and creativity. It?s located adjacently to the original hotel and features The Gallery, a lobby and gallery space that?s open 24 hours a day to showcase a rotating exhibition of artists and creatives curated by French arti...