Travel Portland is a promoter and steward of this evolving city and its progressive values, which have the power to transform the travelers who visit us.

In 2019, visitors to Portland spent $5.6 billion, producing $277.8 million in state and local tax revenue. The travel industry supports 36,930 jobs in the Portland area, generating $1.6 billion in employment earnings.

Travel Portland generates travel demand that drives economic impact for Portland. We do that by promoting the destination in bold, innovative and collaborative ways that harness Portland’s personality and values and that connect visitors to authentic experiences. We do it because we believe in the good of Portland and the transformative effects of travel.

Founded in 1978 as Greater Portland Convention and Visitors Association, Travel Portland is a private not for profit Destination Marketing and Management Organization. We are primarily funded by local lodging taxes and receive additional revenues from our contract to market the Oregon Convention Center, partner dues and co-op programs.