This trip was my wife's birthday present, and her first trip to Portland. I had set up the expectations level pretty high but overall Portland came through.

First of, we started with wine tasting crusade, we arrived early so no super-early check in possible, and had a lot of fun in the wineries while tasting Pinots! Then an easy ride to the apartment, settles down a bit and started the first chore of stocking the fridge and getting the essentials. 23rd and Thurman is one of the most conveniently located places, close to great bakeries, markets, food, delicatessen, booze, and freeways, great!!

Great apartment, we loved it. Next day headed for Cannon beach, beautiful, relaxing walk by the beach and phenomenal fish & chips at Bill's brewery. Did I mention a great pale ale and IPA?!

And next day, on our way to Ramona Falls, what a hike and what a joyous view of the Falls, and at close proximity!! 8.1 miles, round trip, 3 hours or so, but with a twist. Crossing the river, water is roaring and there is no bridge!! Walking on the kids over the river or butting on the log!!! Either way, BE CAREFUL!!!

And then, was the tour of the Mansion and the best view of Portland, Japanese Garden, and then checking out the Pearl district, fantastic!!

Make sure you get your fix in Alder ST, along with a flight of 6 brews at Deschutes, and a stroll along the river.

And last but not the least, "Food"! I suggest you do your own homework, the only suggestion, dig deep before you commit! A lot of "not so great menus" to shy away from.

Overall, with the weather god being on our side, it was great, my wife seemed to have enjoyed it and we had a good time, thank you Portland.