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5 Budget Destinations for May

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Right now everyone is getting ready for Spring Break, but if you're looking to save money, maybe skip all that in favor of a getaway in May. Portland, Oregon Now, I maybe be biased because I live here, but Portland really hits its stride in May, when the nicer weather starts coming in and the Rose Festival starts.

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Winter Activities to Escape the Cold

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Portland Night Market - Once a month, a ton of local artists descend on a big warehouse in town and sell their amazing wares: homemade jewelry, jams, clothing, art, and more. We just got a new venue in Portland, called Hopscotch. Plus you'll find a bunch of food vendors outside to fuel your shopping venture.

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Planning Your Summer Travels

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Many schools have release dates in May, so if you can take time off before Memorial Day weekend, you can save a ton. A pic from our boat tour of Portland Plan a staycation If everything just seems too far out of budget this time of year, opt to do things around your own town and take your vacation over holiday break.

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How to Do Mardi Gras at Home

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I just learned last year that Portland has one. If you make a purchase through any of those links, I may be monetarily compensated. I also like to place some signs with fun facts around the party, because I always like to learn new things. Go to your nearest parade Not all cities have a Mardi Gras parade, but a lot of them do.

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My New 30 Travel Things

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I've been doing more lately, but some of my favorites have been Hopscotch Portland , Arte Museum and Omega Mart in Las Vegas. I want to know where locals go and what they love about their city and I am just as happy to share places I love from Portland and the surrounding area. Brunch - I'm never one to turn down brunch.

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Why You Should Celebrate St. Patrick's Day In Ireland

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In Portland, that party can go on for many nights, depending what day St. Should you make a purchase through them, I may be monetarily compensated. Patrick’s Day falls on. You can find a more complete list here. How will you be spending your St. Patrick's Day? Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links.

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Happy New Year 2024

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It was a lovely break and at some point we will go back, because the city may be small, but it's wonderful and full of amazing food and architecture. I also encouraged a new friend to come check out Portland, and she did ! Go somewhere new - this year we went to Palm Springs, which neither of us had been to.