Practical Information in Portland - Oregon
Travel light to leave room in your suitcase for Portland - Oregon's great selection of books, arts, crafts and wines. Wear comfortable footwear for the parks, gardens and downtown sightseeing.
GMT
GMT -7 (-8 in winter)
Money
US Dollar (US$) is the currency.
Visas
Each country has its own regulations and restrictions for its visitors. Find specific visa information for your destination.
Health
Travelling to (sub) tropical destinations means taking care of your health. Read more about health issues for the area you're visiting.
Electricity
120V AC, 60 Hz, two or three-pin plugs are standard.
Dialling Code
+1 (national), 503 + seven-figure number (Portland - Oregon).
Portland - Oregon Tourist Info
Travel Insurance
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Fit In
You're unlikely to make a fashion faux-pas in laid-back, cosmopolitan Portland - Oregon. Comfortable footwear will make all the sightseeing more pleasurable, layers help with fast-changing temperatures, and an umbrella is good for the occasional shower.
Public holidays 2011-2012
- Presidents' Day 21 Feb
- Memorial Day 30 May
- Independence Day Holiday 4 Jul
- Labor Day 5 Sep
- Columbus Day 10 Oct
- Veterans' Day 11 Nov
- Thanksgiving Holiday 24 Nov
- Christmas Day 25 Dec
- Christmas Day Holiday 26 Dec
- New Year's Day 2 Jan
- Martin Luther King Birthday 16 Jan
