Visiting Portland for Christmas
The Coast Starlight
A Grand West Coast Train Adventure, en route daily between Los Angeles and Seattle, the Coast Starlight train passes through Santa Barbara, the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and Portland. Widely regarded as one of the most spectacular of all train routes, the Coast Starlight links the greatest cities on the West Coast. The scenery along the Coast Starlight route is unsurpassed. The dramatic snow-covered peaks of the Cascade Range and Mount Shasta, lush forests, fertile valleys and long stretches of Pacific Ocean shoreline provide a stunning backdrop for your journey.
Walking through Portland
Portland, Oregon’s largest city, sits on the Columbia and Willamette rivers, in the shadow of snow-capped Mount Hood. It’s known for its parks, bridges and bicycle paths, as well as for its eco-friendliness and its microbreweries and coffeehouses. Iconic Washington Park encompasses sites from the formal Japanese Garden to Oregon Zoo and its railway. The city hosts thriving art, theater and music scenes.
Russian Tea Experience
At Headwaters, we are proud to continue the Heathman’s long tradition of serving tea. Joining forces with Smith Teamaker, our featured teas are a compendium of custom blends and their greatest hits. Chef Vitaly Paley pays homage to the rich history of the Heathman while adding a Russian flare that speaks to Paley’s own heritage with dishes passed down from his grandmother.
Heading Home
After spending the holiday weekend in Portland, we set out on the Coast Starlight once again. Pictures are through the train window and with my Pixel XL. But I think they captured the sunset fairly well.
