What BestPlaces Users Say about Portland
Portland, Oregon is a dynamic city known for its vibrant arts scene, outdoor recreation opportunities, and progressive culture. It has a population of over 600,000 people and is consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live in the United States. With such high praise, it's no surprise that many people have chosen to make Portland their home. To get a better understanding of what it's like to live in this city, I have included summaries of user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
According to a review from "Mark," Portland is "a city that truly lives up to its reputation." He goes on to mention the city's charm, friendly residents, and abundance of coffee shops and microbreweries. Another user, "Samantha," agrees, stating that Portland is "a dream city for anyone who loves nature and outdoor activities." She also highlights the city's food scene and bustling downtown.
However, not all reviews are glowing. A user named "Jonathan" mentions that while he loves the city's culture and opportunities, the high cost of living can be a challenge. He also points out the growing issue of homelessness in certain areas of the city. Similarly, "Jessica" mentions that the traffic and commute times in Portland can be a downside, although she still enjoys living there overall.
In summary, it's clear that Portland has a lot to offer, from its unique culture to its beautiful outdoor spaces. While some reviewers mention challenges such as high costs and traffic, the majority of users are happy with their decision to live in this dynamic and diverse city. As "Mark" puts it, "Portland truly is a gem in the Pacific Northwest."
based on 386 ReviewsGet to know Portland with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Portland
Worst city I've ever visited! - 3/21/2008
Young panhandlers leap out to accost you every day on every street and on the Riverfront Walk as well. Free inner city MAX (light rail) is filled with absolute dregs of humanity. Dangerous in every way. You even get accosted by panhandlers (mostly oft-pierced young ones) in restaurants. Drivers honk rudely and crash often on city streets. Clerks in stores sneer and make odd comments and have not the slightest idea of providing friendly service. There seems to be no sense of normalcy and human decency in this city. We were there for a medical convention last week. Never ever
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Portland, Oregon -The Good, The Bad, The Ugly - 3/11/2008
The Good: Portland is a fantastic little city....actually it feels more like a big town. All “districts” are reachable within 7-15 minutes driving. You can have cocktails in NW, then head across the bridge to NE for a bite, then to SE for a movie. No hassle. No traffic. Coming from Burbank/Los Angeles....this says A LOT. One disclaimer: weekday traffic for commuters on certain stretches of highways and byways can suck. Access to natural spaces is a stone’s throw. Drive 15 minutes east and you and your dog can hike for miles at numerous spots. Forest Park trails begin in NW. The Sandy, Willamette and Columbia rivers are as accessible as picking up some hemp or rice milk at the grocery store. The northern coastal range is a bit over an hour’s drive and as mentioned earlier, if you have a dog, you are definitely in the best city. Portland caters to dogs folks. There is a plethora of doggy daycares, parks, natural areas and pet supply stores….even those that specialize in healthy
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Heaven On Earth - 3/10/2008
I lived in Portland for 12 years and share with anyone on topic that Portland is truly the best place I have ever lived. It's a little bit of everything Portland represents but it is really mostly about Portland's People.
Extraordinary and I miss Portland four years later even still.
Anthony Steven Pierce, CHRP Candidate
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portland,oregon - 2/16/2008
portland has good mall but the crime is getting really bad and you wouldn't wont to live here at all.the shootings have been really bad since a year or two.oregon is pretty
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Life In Portland Oregon - 1/27/2008
This was the "hands down" best place I've ever lived. Excellent food, culture, recreation....something for everyone. People are considerate, polite and very friendly. I lived there for almost 8 years and will go back to retire. I would never have left if it hadn't been for my job relocating. If you are thinking of moving to this beautiful city, you will be within 2 hours drive of the breathtaking Oregon Coast to the west and to the east, Mt. Hood is 2 hours drive. The Columbia River Gorge is an outstanding day trip away - about an hour drive. Check out the Willamette waterfront for shopping and dinner at Portland's floating Restaurant - Newport Bay. Powell's Book Store is a must to see - a block long building with everything you could ever want to read. Hope you enjoy Portland as much as I did! Peace/Love/Recycle/Support The Oregon
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culture - 1/23/2008
Portland, OR has a wide variety of cultures. Here small businesses thrive and each brings its own flavor to the table. Sea food, Thai food, Chinese food, Mexican food, etc. This city comes together to create a giant melting pot of cultures. "Keep Portland
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Portland Sucks - 1/20/2008
If you don't mind bad weather (it rains almost non-stop from mid October through late May), traffic worse than NYC (trust me I lived there for 30 years), homeless people begging on every corner and paying $400-$500 thousand for an old run down house in a marginal neighborhood Portland may be the place for you. The only good thing about Portland is the abundance of great restaurants. I plan on escaping within the next year. I can't wait to leave this
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Portland, Oregon" One of the best outdoor states" - 1/16/2008
Portland, Oregon has a lot to offer. There is an abundant of night life downtown if that is your scene.For me I like all the outdoor recreations that are available. Less than two hours away is the best snow skiing/ snow boarding area in the Northwest. Sure, Whistler B.C. is great, but can you ski there all year long?
Many Olympic hopefuls ski on Mt. Hood just because of the year around skiing availability.
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School Reform - 1/13/2008
Successful schools focused on reform are engaged in “new” ways of thinking about the real nature of their business. Schools in transition address multiple intelligences, and require rigorous, pliable learning processes.
Teachers design workflow models and teach problem solving strategies for information gathering, organizing, analyzing, synthesizing, and processing, thus enabling learners to create knowledge. Rigorous, pliable learning processes, workflow models, and problem solving strategies must be tied to student interests. These structures and processes enable students to develop abilities that enable them to be lifelong learners and contributors to their families, friends, and communities.
Kohn (1999) recognizes that school reform requires a fundamental shift in the educational process itself. He states that there is a “distinction . . . between inviting kids to play an active role in constructing meaning, on the one hand, and treating them as
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Crime Index A Little Off Base - 12/28/2007
From what I have read, Portland, OR, which has a crime index of 7, is much safer than Santa Fe, to which you assigned a crime index of 3. This information came from the Frommer's series of books. From what I've read, I'd actually feel safer in my own skin in Portland than in Santa
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