They'd even bring a smile to Scrooge!…read more Gray Line Railroad did a phenomenal job of reigning in the Christmas sprit. From the steam train all decked out for the season to the hot chocolate, candy canes, bells, elves, trees and yes...the big man himself even joined in the holiday fun! The train ride went a smidge past Oaks park. Enough for a good taste of the Christmas spirit but not too far to wear out the kiddos. Loved every second! Even after the ride, the fun continued. A dedicated space to write letters to Santa (and yes, he did write back!!! My little one loved getting his letter), hot cocoa/coffee booth (they hand decorated each cup!). I'll be back every year. I appreciate their dedication and warmth to all ages.

Free drop by after the oms1 to visit this train rail center. Brought the kids over and they enjoyedread more

Happy employees. Lots of kindness and smiles. Think "Disney Land"!…read more It was a real treat to ride the train. Everyone was nice. We even sat next to "Flintstone" fans. My kind of people. The train stopped at the Fruit Factory gift shop. There were lots of choices for a souvenir or gift. Also in the same location is a winery. I used their bathroom sink to wash my hands and ..,.. the faucets were so cool. The site to see is that you are standing between Mt. Adams and Mt. Hood. While riding the train, we saw lots of nature, trees, rivers to see along the way and back. The train ride is a must. I would love to go again.

This was our first time on the Mount Hood Railroad and we took the Polar Express ride with a 3…read more1/2-year-old and it was beyond amazing! I highly recommend this for anyone with little ones, but honestly there were more parties of older folks, including seniors who were taking this and all seemed to enjoy it. They give out a hot chocolate and a seasonal cookie to all on the train so I found having a table seat to be very helpful, but to save money you can sit on one of the cars without tables. There are also dates when they're not as busy that will save you some cash. Near the end of the ride (~1.25 hrs) Santa and his elves came on board the train and interacted with everyone, delighting the children in particular. They have an on-board photographer and will email you pictures you can purchase if you desire. Highly, highly, highly recommend this at Christmas time .

This was my first ride on the WES train. Pretty impressive overall. They really should run it all…read morethe way to Salem but that's another conversation. The older I get the less I want to drive especially after dark during these cold, wet months. I grew up in Boston where using public transportation is the norm. Trimet used to be absolutely terrible and in many ways they are still not all that great. Two snowflakes sends the entire system into chaos. It's common to be on a bus and get kicked off to another bus for no apparent reason. And the bus you are waiting for will show up and immediately change signs for some other route. In most cities, this NEVER happens. You stand at an intersection easy walking distance from your home and in ten minutes or less a bus comes along. The bus takes you to a subway stop or a bus terminal where you can transfer to your final destination. Routes are laid out in a logical order and you don't have to study a map to figure out what bus to take to get where you're going. Trimet routes appear to be laid out by lunatics who were way too free with drug use. Getting back to WES and the Tigard TC. Nice terminal. It's open air so not that pleasant if it's really cold out. But at least it's a shelter. The WES train is pretty noisy but comfortable and FAST! Under 15 minutes to get to my destination. Would have taken over an hour going by bus. WES runs fairly frequently. I wish it didn't stop running to Beaverton so early but it is what it is. Ridership isn't that great so that route is probably a money loser. I'm happy that Trimet is finally upping their game. There's still the obligatory mentally ill rider on every bus and train so they have more work to do there. And there was some aggressive antifa type swinging around numchuks in a threatening manner at the Sunset TC so your personal safety is still a serious concern. But I'm seeing more security and fare inspectors so at least Trimet is trying.

Oregonians have a love hate relationship with this train station. I wish there were more 4-5 star…read morereviews here. Before the pandemic this stop was one of the busiest ones on the Trimet System. You got buses on one side and the train on the other. Normally if PCC was in service there will be a lot of students here. Other than that it's the commuters that want to leave their car at home that use this station. Back when I lived in Oregon, this was the go to place to ride the train. I didn't live far from here and just walked over to the station. When I went to transit center there was some security or Trimet Police that dropped by but they rarely show up to the area. I would not return to this station because it's much nicer in Tualatin. Drawback: Better hurry up because parking in this area can be really terrible. They will fill up before 8:30am so it's better to catch the 78 or 76 here.

It's really just a MAX stop right next door to Yahoo (with all the required signs and stuff, but no…read moreparking area), very small, but what a MAX stop. It has a couple of features that make it stand out from all the rest. I cannot give any adequate name to them and cannot describe them in a reliable way because I'm very nearly totally right brained. That being said, one of them is some sort of device that picks up distant sound and amplifies it so you can hear the train coming down the track way before you see it, same with the train horn, but the best of all it picks up birdsong and it's a really beautiful and surreal kind of experience. The other feature is like a very sophisticated set of wind chimes. They're all wired up to the inside of the station, and when they pick up the vibrations of the train on the tracks, the "wind chimes" start playing. Waiting here for a train is an exercise in auditory delight, very playful, and something very unexpected in this quiet neighborhood.

My neighbor's brother told me that he grew up going to this tram station and liked it. So did I,…read moreBack in 1-2/2018 and 12/2018, I used to work at Clackamas Town Center before I had my own office in the far hoods of the PDX area and this station was the best tram station I ever went to. Beats out all the tram stations I have seen in California. Yay! What a success. By 5/2019 I became a regular at this station because I don't like driving on Oregon freeways. I often utilized this station to get a quick bite to eat at the mall even though their food court is not as big as I wanted. If you are a foodie or shopaholic then I highly recommend you leave your car at home and take the tram. There is no shortage of trams available here as with bus service. There are even some weird bus routes that I never heard of. Before the pandemic hit you can always count on trams to be fully occupied. This station is even safer than the others on the MAX system because there are plenty security features here. Warning: At times they will divert buses to another part of the CTC Mall for unknown reasons so please be vigilant of any temporary signs. This happened to me during Thanksgiving and Black Friday during my first trip to Oregon and it was not pretty. If you are from the Clackamas or Oregon City area please arrive early if parking on weekdays.

Another win for Portland public transit, a huge gain for the hood that is Clackamas / Happy Valley…read more Because it's one of the newer stations / stops, it is one of the cleanest. Stationed just a stone's throw away from Clackamas Town Center, it is a convenient place for all to hit up the place without having to deal with the crazy parking. Another plus about this station is the fact it's both the start (and finish) along the 79-Clackamas-Oregon City line. Seats are practically guaranteed at least for an outbound trip. If you're looking for the bus stop, head toward the parking lot. The actual stop is pretty easy to miss. Lastly, the Clackamas stop is not home to skeevy hobos or nutty hipsters but don't be surprised if it's teeny boppers looking to escape the confines of Clackamas for some downtown Portland action.

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Thank you to Nick for getting my son to Portland airport and back home!!! I was visiting my kids…read morewho are FT rver's and my son had a trip planned leaving from Portland airport at a late time in the evening. I wasn't comfortable with my daughter driving him there in the dark and areas with no cell service..in case of an emergency. So I searched for a service that would take him to the airport and called Nick and he responded minutes later. He was on time and responded to my text messages right away. So if you need a ride to the airport or anywhere in the area Nick is your guy....my son said he was a great person as well. Thanks Nick!!

It's slow. It's good for getting from point A to point B, but don't be in a hurry. More…read moreambassador/security staff on board would make it more comfortable.

A great way to get around Portland. On my last visit, we utilized the Portland Streetcar a few…read moretimes to get from South of the Waterfront to the Pearl District. Each station has a ticket machine, which were all down for some reason the weekend we were there, but you can always tap to pay with your phone when you get on. It's an honor system. We tried our best to abide by the rules, but as with most of these kind of public transit, a lot of people don't unfortunately. According to their system map, they have three different lines. Two lines cross the river to the East side of Portland while the other goes from North to South of Portland. The ride was like $2 valid for 2.5 hours.

We're newly relocated to the Pacific Northwest and decided to make this holiday about…read moreexperiences--not gifts. With our college kid home for three weeks, we searched for something fun and different and found Santiam Excursions in Lebanon, Oregon. We chose the Brunch Train and had an absolute blast. From the moment we arrived, the staff was genuinely warm and professional (even on the phone when we called with questions). That kind of thoughtful hospitality feels rare these days, and it set the tone immediately. We were seated in a vintage parlor car at an assigned table with sweet holiday décor, a table number, and a quick orientation from the team. There were also a couple of simple activity sheets at the table--an easy, surprisingly fun way to get us talking and laughing together. The 2.5-hour ride was scenic, mellow, and wonderfully unique, with vintage holiday music in the background. The owner even visited every table to check in--an old-school personal touch that made the experience feel extra special. We'll definitely be back to try their other excursions (especially the Portland/Columbia River options). Helpful hints for first-timers (based on our experience) ...GPS may take you to the wrong side of the tracks. We couldn't cross because the train was blocking access, so we had to drive several blocks to cross over and double back. ...No confirmation email with arrival tips. It would be helpful if they emailed GPS/parking guidance, but don't stress--parking is plentiful near the tracks and station. ...The office opens 30 minutes before departure. When doors open, it's a bit of a rush and not very organized. ...Seating seems to vary by group size. Larger groups (especially with kids) may be placed in a charming car with folding tables/chairs. Smaller adult groups seemed more likely to be seated in the quieter parlor-style cars. ...Bar service comes to you first. After you're seated, a staff member offers drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) before dismissing tables to the buffet. My Bloody Mary was great; my daughter loved her holiday mocktail. Beverages are additional to buffet/train ticket price and staff have mobile devices for your bar tabs (and tips) ...The buffet is a walk through multiple cars. Food is simple--eggs, sausage, pancakes, and basics. More "breakfast" than "brunch," but served hot and the catering staff was friendly. ...Explore the train. You can wander through the cars, including an outdoor car (brisk and fabulous). The bar car was crowded and very warm, so we skipped it, but plenty of guests loved it. A lovely final touch: after breakfast was cleared, staff invited everyone for complimentary hot chocolate back in the meal car. If you're looking for a meaningful, memorable way to connect with the people you love--this is worth it. Highly recommended, and we're rooting for their continued success.

My new husband and I really enjoyed the Father's Day BBQ train ride. The food was plentiful and…read moredelicious! The train ride itself wasn't very scenic, but that is beyond the control of the train management. Seating was very limited for the amount of tickets sold. Fortunately, we brought our own folding chairs and just set them up on the train. Otherwise, we would have ended up sitting on very uncomfortable cheap folding chairs in a boxy metal old cattle car with no windows. For something out of the ordinary to do, I would recommend this train ride. Just bring your own folding chairs.

Stop #2 on "The One Day Portland Adventure"…read more This is the intermediary between locations, but it serves as an important transition. As I rode along in this mostly clean, mostly quiet, public transit, I searched for places to get a tasty donut. Eventually I was able to triangulate that Doe Donuts was just a .3 mile walk from this stop through an area past a Trader Joe's. I jumped off the train at this stop (almost missed it because I was just figuring out the marquee with stops in it) and stood bewildered at a concrete patio that just ended. I spun around and realized there were stairs to a walkway. Up I went. There were house to the right and what looked like industrial buildings to the left. So I went left. .3 miles to donuts. Let's GOOO!!

Hollywood Transit Center…read more Trimet Max & Bus Stop. Everyone very helpful. Transit security helps as well.

A little late on our review, but we highly recommend this service! We live in Hillsboro and the…read moredrive to the airport is the last thing we want to do when we are coming and going from a long trip overseas. Sam was punctual and knew all the best ways to get around Portland traffic.

Sam was super kind, punctual, a safe driver, communicative, and professional. Will be calling again…read morewhen I need a ride to PDX!