Where else can you see the nation's smallest city park, discover the dark history of the Shanghai Slave Trade in an underground walking tour, find yourself in an authentic Ming Dynasty Suzhou-style Chinese Garden, and get lost in the world's largest independently owned bookstore? Portland, a city boasting of vibrant neighborhoods, trendy shopping, and charming gardens is waiting for you! Enjoy a two-night stay at the Northwest Portland International Hostel.

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Portland is located on the West Coast, north of California and south of British Columbia, Canada. Known as “The City That Works,” Portland is famous for its great city planning and it’s easy going, friendly people. Buses, trams, and streetcars make exploring Portland a breeze and, best of all, they are free in the entire downtown district. 

Portland is…

• America’s most European city – streetcars & trams, coffee shops, open-air markets
  
• City of nature – more than 250 city parks, surrounded by rivers, mountains, & forest
  
• Art & culture – museums, art galleries, live music
  
• City of fountains – designed for you to go in (while other cities want to keep you out!)
  
• Tax-free shopping – boutique-lined streets, a vibrant downtown
  
• Made for people – from bike lanes to skate parks, river walks to nature trails

Find out why Portland is unique!

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Portland, Oregon
Hostelling International – Portland, Northwest

Be It

You don't have to complete the Girl Scout destinations application form for this event. Just contact the event sponsor to sign up. Remember to notify your council that you are traveling on a getaway. 

Plan It

• April 1, 2013–December 31, 2014; $89
  3 day/2 night trips. Contact event sponsor for availability.
  Must be 11–17 years old at the time of the event.

Get It

Comfortable walking shoes and outdoor clothing

$ It

$89/Participant

•  2 overnights at the Northwest Portland International Hostel and 2 breakfasts, “Discover the World” patch, and 2 admissions from the following (your choice): Oregon Museum for Science and Industry, Portland Art Museum, World Forestry Center, Oregon Zoo, Portland Classical Chinese Garden, Shanghai Tunnels Tour, included in price. 
• Additional overnights and activities can be added at an extra cost.   
• Transportation to and from hostel not included.

Note:

Adult Leaders/Advisors must accompany girls.  Package pricing and activities subject to change after March 31, 2013.

Ask about our custom-designed packages!  We can help you set up community service projects, environmental awareness activities, workshops on World Travel, day trips to Mount St. Helens Volcano, Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls, Whale Watching, and much more.