
During your vacation in Portland, do not miss visiting the beach spots along the Oregon Coast
On your travel itinerary to Portland, you should include a trip to the Oregon Coast/beaches extending across 200 miles around Portland. Your exploration of the coast can commence with your visit to Astoria at the northern tip which has a great deal of historic importance. Your next visit can be at the tranquil Seaside on the south in Highway 101.
This has an oceanfront promenade extending till two miles with attractions similar to be found in Coney Island. The nearby Canon Beach provides opportunities for such recreational activities like surf fishing and beachcombing along with shopping and visiting the art galleries. You can head to Tillamook, another coastal town, renowned for the many varieties of cheese available here.
Continuing southwards, you can come down to Lincoln City, known as the kite-flying capital. Next in your itinerary can be a visit to Newport, where you may enjoy whale watching or have close encounters with many varieties of sharks at Oregon Coast Aquarium.
For detailed information on the beach vacation spots near Portland, you can go to these websites:
http://www.travelportland.com/visitors/daytrips/coast.html
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g52024-Activities-c11-Portland_Oregon.html
http://local.yahoo.com/OR/Portland/Landmarks/Beaches
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/122493/romantic_getaways_near_portland_oregon.html?cat=16

