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Destination Portland. With Love, From Oregon

Celebrating Cathy Kretz

Big wins, bigger legacy: Cathy Kretz retires after 26 years at Travel Portland.

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Portland Off-Sites That Wow Attendees

From a state-of-the-art soccer stadium to a former armory, these spaces make off-sites memorable.

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Video Testimonial: Why CoffeeFest Loves Portland

For CoffeeFest planners, Portland felt like a homecoming of sorts. And while coffee was the big draw, Portland delivered even more after hours.

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Wine Country: Ideal for Retreats & Relaxing

Conferences in Portland have a fantastic benefit — they’re right next to Oregon’s wine country.

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A Market Honoring Portland Native James Beard

Attending the ASAE Expo? Visit booth #1753 and learn about the new James Beard Public Market, opening 2026 in downtown Portland.

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Upcoming Shows & Events

The Travel Portland Sales Team is hitting the road — and would love to connect with you!

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