February 29, 2012
Don’t Let Your Luggage Weigh You Down: 5 Tips For Packing Light
We have all seen it – the fifty pound suitcase over-stuffed and about to spring free of its zipper at any minute sending toothbrushes, books, sweaters and computer cables flying across the airport floor. But it doesn’t have to be you. Save yourself the embarrassment and travel with ease with these five tips to lighten your travel load. Read more »
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December 7, 2011
AMS Schiphol: Celebrate the Arts Between Flights
The spirit and culture of Amsterdam hits you as soon as you step off the plane at the AMS Schiphol Airport. Tulips are on display at the flower shop and wooden shoes are for sale at every corner. The Port of Portland is proud to offer nonstop Delta flights from PDX to AMS Schiphol. The next time you’re passing through the AMS Schiphol Airport, put down your crossword puzzle, take out your earphones and do some exploring.This isn’t just any old airport. AMS was recently noted in National Geographic’s list of the best airports worldwide. AMS was specifically noted for its fine art exhibits and new library. Read more »
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June 30, 2011
Traveling with Kids Made Easy
Traveling with children is an art. New challenges are presented at each stage of growth. Most new parents can agree that being prepared to entertain and comfort your kids while on the airplane can make or break your travel experience for you and everyone around you. We’ve compiled a list of the best airline travel tips for parents with infants and toddlers. Read more »
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March 18, 2011
AMS, NRT and PDX Rank among the World’s Best Shopping Airports
If you Fly Nonstop, you’re in luck. Three of our favorite airports were recently named on the Today Show’s Luxury Travel list of the 10 best shopping airports in the world. We’ve come up with a few more reasons why you won’t mind spending time in their terminals. Read more »
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November 30, 2010
PDX Wins Zagat’s Heart
Portland is well known for its obsession with coffee, love of bikes, and a growing experimental culinary scene. In addition to food and exercise, Portland has won accolades for its international airport, and yesterday it added one more feather to its hat. Read more »
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October 23, 2009
Photo Diary: Airports
Portland International, Narita, and Schiphol Airports are the gateways to your vacation adventures and successful business meetings in Portland, Tokyo and Amsterdam. So what’s so special about them? Here are a few fun facts about these airports: 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 »