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February 27, 2012
Spoiler Alert: Mouth-Watering Meal Ahead!
Farfalle ragù is the fancy way to say “bow-tie” pasta with meat sauce. Originating in Bologna, Italy and dating back to the 5th century, ragù may also be referred to as bolognese or meat sauce. Read more »
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February 22, 2012
Photo of the Week: Matsumoto Castle
Our Photo of the Week hails from a destination very near to Tokyo. Built in 1504, the Matsumoto Castle is listed as a National Treasure of Japan. Located in the Nagano Prefecture, it is only a short trip from Tokyo. Sometimes referred to as “Crow Castle” for its dark coloring and because its roofs look similar to spreading wings, the Matsumoto Castle was built as a fort during the Sengoku period. Read more »
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February 17, 2012
The Art Lover’s Guide Through Europe: A Themed Itinerary
Europe used to be so far away. Now, with nonstop Delta flights from Portland to Amsterdam, the globe has been made smaller. This has allowed many first-time travelers the opportunity to set their sights on destinations they’d never imagined possible. Rather than trying to see it all, why not plan a themed vacation? Art lovers, we’re talking to you! Read more »
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February 15, 2012
Sushi: A Guide for Beginner Chefs
Heading to Japan for a vacation soon? If you’re not, you probably wish you were. If you can’t get to Japan right away, get inspired and partake in Japanese culture with a sushi party! As intricate as sushi looks, it is not hard to create. This quick Sushi 101 guide will give you the essential steps to making a tasty California Roll and provide helpful etiquette tips for when you dine out! Read more »
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January 19, 2012
Craft Beer is Booming in Japan
Between Portlanders and the Japanese, ‘craft beer’ is common language. Our neighbor across the Pacific, Tokyo has even been called the “Portland of the Far East” for its impressive craft brewing repertoire. Read more »
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January 11, 2012
Photo of the Week: Japan’s Floating Shrine
Our photo of the week hails from the Miyajima island of Japan. The famous Itsukushima Shrine is also called a ‘torii’ shrine, meaning ‘floating’ shrine. Read more »
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December 2, 2011
Top 3 Christmas Markets near Amsterdam
While you might be drawn to Europe when the weather is warmer, exploring Europe during the wintertime is a uniquely magical experience. There is something about the holidays in Europe that is unlike anywhere else on Earth. One of the most festive, spectacular winter experiences in Europe is the Christmas markets. If you’re hopping on a nonstop Delta flight from PDX to Amsterdam this winter, here are three magical Christmas markets nearby that you should be sure to visit: Read more »
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November 16, 2011
Glühwein: A Holiday Favorite
It’s that time of year in Portland. The temperatures are dropping, leaves are falling and the first glimmer of holiday lights are shining throughout Downtown Portland. Even though we haven’t hit Thanksgiving yet, there is no reason why you can’t bring the holiday cheer into your home early. In Europe, Christmas markets are in full swing as people begin Christmas shopping and enjoying delicious warm treats like steaming, stuffed baked potatoes, warm apricot Krapfens (doughnuts), and the star of the show, Glühwein. Read more »
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September 30, 2011
The Traveler’s Technology Toolkit
The world of travel technology is moving at the speed of light. It seems that around every corner, a new website/smartphone app/e-reader is born. It’s hard to keep track of them all. We’ve compiled all of the best technology travel tools in one place. Next time you’re getting ready to travel, you’ll be equipped with more tools for travel planning and organizing than the one and only Google.
Next time you’re planning a trip, browse through these links to find a plethora of tools that will make you’re life easier, guaranteed. Read more »
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September 27, 2011
Land in Amsterdam and Hop Aboard!
The best part about the Delta nonstop flight from PDX to Amsterdam is that you only need to go through one flying experience to land in a world of European discovery. Next time you are planning a vacation to Europe, consider traveling onwards by train. Surprisingly, traveling from Amsterdam to places as far off as Berlin and Zurich are quicker by train than by plane, once you add in all of the airport time before and after your flight. Here’s a quick guide to train travel from Amsterdam to key locations in North Western Europe. Read more »