In an effort to help you plan your trip, we have provided information regarding accommodations, points of interests and tourist opportunities, weather and airport information.   Please contact us if we can be of assistance or provide further information.

Info for "Hands On" Course Participants

For the convenience of our participants, we sometimes use local hotel conference facilities as the meeting site for the lecture portion of our "Hands On" Course, which is held in the mornings.  Participants may wish to stay at the designated hotel and simply walk downstairs for the morning portion of our course.

Hotel Accommodations:

Four Points Sheraton: Prices and amenities are comparable with other hotels in the area and freeway access from the airport is extremely convenient.  (Click on the logo for further information and to make reservations)

McMenamin's Edgefield: European style hotel featuring a Winery and Brewery, Movie Theater, Pub, Fine and Casual Dining, Art Gallery, and Gardens.  Located at 2126 SW Halsey in Troutdale, Oregon.  McMenamin's is approximately 5 minutes driving time from Blue Road Research.  (For information and reservations call 503-669-8610 or click on the logo)

Phoenix Inn: Traditional hotel with moderate pricing and many amenities including continental breakfast, swimming pool, fitness center, and Jacuzzi.   Located at 477 NW Phoenix Drive just off of Interstate 84, Phoenix Inn is approximately a 5-minute drive from Blue Road Research.  (For information and reservations call 503-669-6500 or click on the logo for further information and to make reservations)

Shilo Inns: Located just east of the Portland International Airport on Airport Way.  Shilo Inns offers many amenities and caters to the business traveler.  Shilo is approximately 15 minutes' drive from Blue Road Research.  (For information and reservations call 503-252-7500 or click on the logo for further information and to make reservations)

For a list of other accommodations click on the 
"Tourist and Visitor Information" link below.

Visitor Information

Blue Road Research Location

Portland Tourist and Visitor Information

Weather Information (with Live Camera Images)

Portland International Airport Information