March 1, 2010
From Art Galleries to Chicken and Rice, International Tourism Boosts Local Industry
What a destination! Over the past 3 years that I have worked with Travel Portland, I never cease to be amazed by this city’s pride and commitment to the high quality tourist experience for domestic and international visitors. The success of the tourism industry is largely dependent on the success of the city’s transportation systems. Portland is fortunate to have multiple access points from train and bus to light rail, and, of course, the airport. Read more »
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February 1, 2010
Keep Portland’s Competitive Edge
As a business development manager for one of the leading travel management companies in Portland, I see on a daily basis the impact direct flights to Europe and Asia have on my business and on Oregon’s economy.
These flights are important because they allow me to provide clients with diverse options, and they help companies save time and money — this is key to a successful business. Read more »
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January 4, 2010
Losing Nonstop Flights Affects Local Business
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), headquartered in Portland, represents the German automotive giant’s global truck brands Freightliner, Western Star, and Detroit Diesel. As a member of the world’s largest producer of commercial trucks, our staff is networked with Daimler colleagues across Europe and Asia. Our professionals are responsible for engineering, purchasing, and information technology. Our senior executives from both sides of the Atlantic comprise a large portion of the business class passengers on the now-suspended Lufthansa service. Read more »
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November 9, 2009
Precious Cargo to AMS and TYO
International travel typically brings to mind a sense of adventure and excitement. However, one of the hardest parts of a trip abroad is sitting on an airplane for eight or 12 hours. I have had the pleasure of traveling to Tokyo and Amsterdam several times, and the first piece of advice I would give to anyone contemplating one of these trips is to “definitely take the nonstop flight on Delta!” Traveling on Delta makes that very long plane ride just a little bit easier. In addition, the service is always outstanding and makes you feel at home, even when you are many miles from home. Read more »
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November 2, 2009
Showing Off Oregon’s Beach Side
Cannon Beach, Oregon is truly a destination to be seen by travelers from all over the world and thanks to nonstop flights from Europe and Asia to Portland, the word is out. In the last year our community has been fortunate enough to host travel media from Germany, France, Japan and the United Kingdom. We are seeing more and more European travelers in our hotels and restaurants. Having the opportunity to visit with these folks, show them around and collect feedback about their experiences has been of great value to our businesses and local community. Read more »
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October 26, 2009
Western Surfer Meets Eastern Music
I feel fortunate to be making a living as a musician! Because I am on the road about half the year, travel is a big part of my work and probably the one thing that causes the most stress. Nonstop flights are always appreciated by everyone, but for a musician, it often determines if the focus and energy are appropriately high. Read more »
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October 19, 2009
Building Relationships and Tourism with Japan
On Oct. 30, I will join a delegation of Portlanders on a trip to Japan. Our trip will focus heavily on furthering business relationships and bringing jobs in the green economy back to Portland. While in Japan, I have the honor of celebrating the 50th anniversary of our sister city relationship with the city of Sapporo. Read more »
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September 21, 2009
Exporting Oregon’s Berry Wealth
Oregon Berry Packing started with my grandparents in 1948 and continues as a family-run operation through today. We grow, pack, ship and sell strawberries, black raspberries, blackberries, hazelnuts and our specialty: blueberries. Oregon’s moderate, wet winters and warm, dry summers, allow blueberry production to thrive, making the state one of the premiere blueberry growing venues in the world. With a growing demand for our produce, we need to be able to export our berries quickly and affordably.
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September 14, 2009
Welcome to I Fly Nonstop
As a member of Portland’s International Air Service Committee, it is important for the Port of Portland to actively work with fellow committee members to retain and recruit nonstop international air passenger service at Portland International Airport. Frankly, in this tough economic climate, I feel unbelievably fortunate that we are still in the game with our nonstops to Tokyo and Amsterdam. Read more »