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En route to Mount Hood
Getting to Mount Hood via public transportation took some time and planning. But it was worth it in the end even if I ended up not doing much there. It was cold, raining and once we got to a certain altitude, snowing even.
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Oregon’s Multnomah Falls
Located amongst lush greenery in northern Oregon, Multnomah Falls is probably on many tourists’ to visit list. It makes sense because who doesn’t want to see two waterfalls in one? It’s a sight to behold from afar and even better as you get closer to it. Although there were a good amount of people here when I visited, it was fortunately not as crowded as I was expecting it to be.
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Japanese American Museum of Oregon
Within walking distance from the Portland Saturday Market is the Japanese American Museum of Oregon. If we were to compare it to Los Angeles’ Japanese American National Museum, we’d probably scoff at how small this museum is. But don’t let its small exterior fool you because this museum does a wonderful job of using every space it has. And to be honest with you, I was very impressed with this museum and must say it’s been one of the best museums I’ve visited.
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Portland International Rose Test Garden
If roses are your cup of tea, the International Rose Test Garden in Portland, Oregon might just delight you. It sits across from the towering Portland Japanese Garden and is free for all to enjoy. It’s easily accessible by shuttle and makes a nice starting point within Washington Park.
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Vancouver’s Waterfront Renaissance Trail
If I had to make a choice between Oregon and Washington, I’d choose to live in Washington, hands down.
I say this because Washington (Vancouver, specifically) seemed more open and friendly with people of color. Oregon (think Portland) on the other hand was not so tolerant of people of color and it was pretty obvious. (You basically could just see it in the looks that locals give you. Not cool, I tell you.)