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Rent an RV for Summer Vacation and Travel

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Sponsored by RVshare.com Rent an RV for summer travel, as extra housing for family and guests, or as a spare office for working from home or on the road. An RV lets you enjoy a much-needed vacation while avoiding crowds and public spaces. Summer is coming! It’s time to leave the house you’ve … [Read more...] about Rent an RV for Summer Vacation and Travel

2021 Valentine’s Day Deals and Specials

There are so many ways to celebrate your love for one another without overspending. One easy way to save is with these Valentine's Day specials. There are plenty of options for you and your Valentine, including food, flower and travel deals. 2021 Valentine's Day Deals and … [Read more...] about 2021 Valentine’s Day Deals and Specials

Amtrak Deal: Buy One Train Ticket, Get One Free

Weekend getaway, anyone? Amtrak is offering cheap train tickets for a limited time.  Where are some of the best places to go by train from Portland? It happens to be one of the easiest and cheapest ways to get to Seattle. A night stay at a Seattle hotel usually comes with a steep price for … [Read more...] about Amtrak Deal: Buy One Train Ticket, Get One Free

What to Do After You Pay Off Your Car in Portland

Congratulations! Here's what to do next. Last month, I (finally) paid off my car. This was my first financed vehicle and I had no idea what I was supposed to do next. Within a few days of paying off my car, I received my title in the mail from my bank, or lienholder. Along with the title was a … [Read more...] about What to Do After You Pay Off Your Car in Portland

Great Wolf Lodge: Get Almost 50% Off Your Stay

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Looking for a getaway with your family? Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound in Centralia, Washington, is offering big discounts on weekday stays throughout the fall.  Never been to Great Wolf Lodge? It is a chain of family resorts, each with its own indoor water park. Locations also have … [Read more...] about Great Wolf Lodge: Get Almost 50% Off Your Stay

Dungeness Crabbing on Free Public Docks

Your Guide to Oregon Dungeness Crabbing By Wendy Leigh King crab from Alaska gets a lot of supermarket shelf space, but remember we have some pretty plentiful pots of crustacean gold right here in the waters of Oregon. Not only is Dungeness crabbing from public docks super easy – it’s also … [Read more...] about Dungeness Crabbing on Free Public Docks

Frugal Getaway to Cannon Beach

By Amy Orazio Your Cheap Beach Getaway Awaits An overnight getaway to the Oregon Coast is always appealing: there is nothing like a winding drive through thick trees and an afternoon or two in fresh ocean air to blow away the rigors of city living. (Okay, so Portland is not that rigorous, but … [Read more...] about Frugal Getaway to Cannon Beach

Fun Things to Do While Stuck in Portland Traffic

Make Portland traffic a little less horrible Portland traffic is bad. Here are some fun things to do to keep your sanity. Get Fit Believe it or not, there are actually quite a few exercises you can do when the freeway is a parking lot. Find a Youtube video that you like or read through these … [Read more...] about Fun Things to Do While Stuck in Portland Traffic

Hop Fastpass Fare Card Simplifies Your Commute

Video copyright Trimet 2017 Have you ever ran up to the pay kiosk as the max train was pulling into the station, frantically clicking through the prompts and begging the machine to print your ticket before the train pulls away? If you haven't experienced this firsthand, I'm sure you've witnessed … [Read more...] about Hop Fastpass Fare Card Simplifies Your Commute

Cheap gas — where to find it

Okay, I'll admit it. I'm one of those people who'll drive for miles just to find cheap gas. Seems counter-productive, doesn't it? But I know I'm not alone. For others who are on an endless search for cheap gas, here are some helpful web sites and apps. Most invite participation (i.e., reporting … [Read more...] about Cheap gas — where to find it

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