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- Venue
{% if not flagisvirtual %}
- {% if flagspeakersannounced %}
- Visiting {{ city }}
+ {% if flagspeakersannounced %}
- Attendee Guide
{% endif %}
- Health and Safety Policy
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{% if not flagisvirtual %}
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- Visiting {{ city }}
+ {% if flagspeakersannounced %}
- Attendee Guide
{% endif %}
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+---
+template: {{year}}/generic.html
+og:image: _static/conf/images/headers/{{shortcode}}-{{year}}-opengraph.jpg
+banner: _static/conf/images/headers/2025/lightning-talks.jpg
+---
+
+```{eval-rst}
+.. post:: Jan 21, 2025
+ :tags: {{shortcode}}-{{year}}, visiting
+```
+
+# Visiting Portland Information is Live and a Last CFP Reminder
+
+Hello, fellow documentarians!
+
+This is the final reminder to submit your talk proposals by the end of today, **January 21, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time**.
+
+We're excited to read your talk ideas and select our 2025 speakers!
+
+
+
+
+
+![Speaker Q&A](/_static/conf/images/pages/speaker-qa.jpg)
+
+### Our Visiting Portland Page is Live!
+
+Our [Visiting Portland](https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/{{shortcode}}/{{year}}/visiting/) page has details on where to stay, hotel discounts, food and beverage recommendations, and info on how to get around Portland.
+
+We're grateful that the Jupiter Hotel and KEX Portland are offering discounts for hotel stays.
+
+[Jupiter Hotel](https://www.jupiterhotel.com/)
+
+- **10% Off Discount Code: THEDOCS**
+- Offers two hotel options:
+ - NEXT has newer rooms
+ - The Original, while a boutique hotel, has more street noise
+- [Hey Love](https://www.heylovepdx.com/) restaurant/bar in the lobby (won Best U.S. Hotel Bar 2023)
+- **Bonus!** We're having our Monday evening social here
+- 0.6 miles to the venue
+
+[KEX Hotels](https://kexhotels.com/)
+
+- **20% Off Discount Code: DOCS2025**
+- Pacific Standard restaurant/bar in the lobby
+- Historic building near shops and restaurants
+- 0.8 miles to the venue
+
+
+
+
+
+### Thanks to Our Sponsors
+
+```{eval-rst}
+.. datatemplate::
+ :source: /_data/{{shortcode}}-{{year}}-config.yaml
+ :template: {{year}}/sponsors-simplelist.rst
+```
+
+View our [Sponsorship Prospectus](https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/{{shortcode}}/{{year}}/sponsors/prospectus/) to learn more and join the community.
\ No newline at end of file
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# Visiting Portland
-Welcome to Portand, the largest city in the state of Oregon with a population of over 2.2 million people in the greater metro area. The conference takes place in inner Southeast Portland at Revolution Hall and is conveniently situated near outstanding options for food, bars, and hotels.
+Welcome to Portland, the largest city in the state of Oregon with a population of over 2.2 million people in the greater metro area. The conference takes place in inner Southeast Portland at Revolution Hall and is conveniently situated near outstanding options for food, bars, and hotels.
-"Portland is perhaps best known for being a sustainability-minded, bike-friendly city with easy access to nature; plentiful coffee, art, craft beer, delicious food and live music; and crafty people who celebrate individuality and creativity," writes [Travel Portland](https://www.travelportland.com/).
+"Portland is perhaps best known for being a sustainability-minded, bike-friendly city with easy access to nature; plentiful coffee, art, craft beer, delicious food, and live music; and crafty people who celebrate individuality and creativity," writes [Travel Portland](https://www.travelportland.com/).
## Where to Stay
![Hotel room photo](/_static/img/2024/hotel.jpg)
-The venue is located in the historic Buckman neighborhood. It is surrounded by a mixture of vintage and modern housing.
+The venue is located in the historic Buckman neighborhood. It is surrounded by a mixture of vintage and modern housing. There are many neighborhood options on VRBO and Airbnb.
-There are many neighborhood options on VRBO and Airbnb.
-
-There are a number of hotels located within two miles of the venue. These are a short rideshare trip away! Some of these are within walking distance, but please note that our beloved city has experienced an increase in unhoused residents in the past few years, and you may see this.
+There are wonderful hotels located within two miles of the venue. Many of these are within walking distance or a short rideshare trip. Please note that our beloved city has experienced an increase in unhoused residents in the past few years, and you may see this.
### Hotels in East Portland (near venue)
[Jupiter Hotel](https://www.jupiterhotel.com/)
-- **10% Off Discount Code: THEDOCS**
-- Manages Jupiter Original and Jupiter NEXT hotels
- - Discount Code applies to both hotels
-- Hey Love restaurant/bar in NEXT lobby
-- 0.6 miles to venue
+- **10% Off Discount Code: THEDOCS**
+- Offers two hotel options
+ - NEXT has newer rooms
+ - The Original, while a boutique hotel, has more street noise
+- [Hey Love](https://www.heylovepdx.com/) restaurant/bar in the lobby (won Best U.S. Hotel Bar 2023)
+- **Bonus!** We're having our Monday evening social here
+- 0.6 miles to the venue
[KEX Hotels](https://kexhotels.com/)
-- **10% Off Discount Code: THEDOCS**
- - [**Use link here to book**](https://kexhotels.com/rooms#/kex/?startDate=2024-04-13&endDate=2024-04-17&adults=1&children=0&disabled=false&promo=THEDOCS)
-- Guests who book before 3/31 receive 2 drink tokens for the bar
-- 21 private and 3 shared rooms available *(as of 1/24)*
-- Pacific Standard restaurant/bar in lobby
-- 0.8 miles to venue
-
-[Hotel Eastlund](https://www.hoteleastlund.com/)
-
-- Wonderful rooftop restaurant and bar
-- 1.2 miles to venue
+- **20% Off Discount Code: DOCS2025**
+- Pacific Standard restaurant/bar in the lobby
+- Historic building near shops and restaurants
+- 0.8 miles to the venue
### Hotels Downtown/West Portland
-[Ace Hotel](https://acehotel.com/portland/)
+[Clyde Hotel Portland by Kasa](https://kasa.com/properties/the-clyde-hotel-portland-by-kasa?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=nonpaid&utm_campaign=GMB&utm_term=VisitHotelWebsiteButton&utm_content=CLY&propertyType=&petsAllowed=&parking&bedCount=1&bedroomCount=0&bathroomCount=1&amenities=&adultGuestCount=1&childGuestCount=0&infantGuestCount=0&travelingForBusiness=false) (formerly named the Ace Hotel)
-- Boutique hotel with private and shared room options
-- 1.8 miles to venue
+- Boutique hotel with private and shared room options
+- Close to Powell's bookstore and the Pearl District
+- 1.8 miles to the venue
[Woodlark Hotel](https://woodlarkhotel.com/)
-- Luxury hotel
-- Coffee shop, good coffee, and cocktail bar, Abigail Hall, located inside
-- 1.7 miles to venue
-
-[Hotel Lucia](https://www.hotellucia.com/)
-
-- Boutique hotel
-- 1.7 miles to venue
+- Luxury hotel
+- Good Coffee and cocktail bar, Abigail Hall, located inside
+- 1.7 miles to the venue
## Food and Beverages
![Photo of people on the venue roof deck](/_static/img/2024/about-portland.jpg)
-Snacks and beverages are provided throughout conference times. Lunch and dinners are an opportunity to connect with new friends and explore Portland's vibrant scene. For attendees with specific dietary needs, Portland has inclusive and accommodating options.
+Snacks and beverages are included in the conference with your ticket.
+
+Lunch and dinners are on your own and an opportunity to connect with attendees. For those with specific dietary needs, Portland has inclusive and accommodating options. **NEW this year, we will be bringing two food cart options to the venue Monday and Tuesday lunch for those who want to stay close.**
-Below are some recommended destinations near the venue, but there are many great restaurants and bars in the area. Ask the Welcome Wagon team for any suggestions or questions regarding food and drink locations. Be sure to check hours of service before venturing out!
+For those who want to explore Portland's vibrant food and beverage scene, below are destinations near the venue. Be sure to confirm hours of service before venturing out!
-### Food near Revolution Hall
+### Food near Revolution Hall (within a 10-minute walk)
-- [Meat Cheese Bread](https://meatcheesebread.com/) sandwiches
-- [Flattop & Salamander](https://www.flattopsalamander.com/) brunch
-- [Sweetpea Baking Co.](https://sweetpeabaking.com/) vegan bakery
-- [Sunee Thai and Lao Kitchen](https://www.suneepdx.com/)
-- [Grand Fir Brewing](https://www.grandfirbrewing.com/) (closed Monday)
-- [Fermenter](https://www.fermenterpdx.com/) plant based vegan
-- [Nostrana](https://nostrana.com/) (dinner only, closed Sunday)
-- [Rx Coffee](https://siprxcoffee.com/) coffee, bagels, and pastries
+**Breakfast and Lunch**
-### Food Carts near Revolution Hall
+- [Meat Cheese Bread](https://meatcheesebread.com/) - sandwiches, across the street from the venue
+- [Lil' America](https://www.lilamericapdx.com/) - food cart pod, BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ owned (hours vary by food cart)
+- [Flattop & Salamander](https://www.flattopsalamander.com/) - classic brunch
+- [Sweetpea Baking Co.](https://sweetpeabaking.com/) - vegan bakery
+- [Dos Hermanos Bakery](https://www.instagram.com/2_hermanos_bakery/) - sandwiches
-- [Li'l America](https://www.lilamericapdx.com/)
- (closest to venue, BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ owned)
-- [Cartopia](https://www.cartopiafoodcarts.com/)
-- [Hawthorne Asylum Food Pod](https://www.yelp.com/biz/hawthorne-asylum-portland)
-- [Kabba's Kitchen](https://www.kabbaskitchenor.com/)
+**Lunch and Dinner**
-### Other SE Portland Destinations
+- [Grand Fir Brewing](https://www.grandfirbrewing.com/) - also has award-winning beer
+- [Kachka](https://www.kachkapdx.com/) - Eastern European food
+- [Sunee Thai and Lao Kitchen](https://www.suneepdx.com/) - dinner only
+- [Toya Ramen & Bar](https://www.toyaramen.com/) - dinner only
+- [Bar Casa Vale](https://www.barcasavale.com/) - Spanish-inspired, dinner only, reservations recommended
-#### Food
+### Food near Revolution Hall (10-15 minute walk)
-- [Nong's Khao Man Gai](https://khaomangai.com/) Thai street food
-- [Sizzle Pie](https://www.sizzlepie.com/) pizza
-- [Kinboshi Ramen](https://www.kinboshiramen.com/)
-- [Snappy's](https://www.makeitsnappys.com/) sandwiches
-- [Voodoo Doughnut](https://www.voodoodoughnut.com/)
-- [Fire on the Mountain](https://www.portlandwings.com/) wings
-- [Afuri Izakaya](https://afuri.us/) ramen
-- [Kachka](https://www.kachkapdx.com/) eastern European food
-- [Bar Casa Vale](https://www.barcasavale.com/) Spanish inspired (dinner only)
+**Lunch and Dinner**
-#### Drink
+- [Nong's Khao Man Gai](https://khaomangai.com/) - Thai street food
+- [Kinboshi Ramen](https://www.kinboshiramen.com/)
+- [Snappy's](https://www.makeitsnappys.com/) - sandwiches
+- [Cartopia](https://www.cartopiafoodcarts.com/) - food cart
+- [Hawthorne Asylum Food Pod](https://www.yelp.com/biz/hawthorne-asylum-portland)
+- [Sizzle Pie](https://www.sizzlepie.com/) - pizza
+- [The Paper Bridge](https://www.thepaperbridgepdx.com/) - Vietnamese, closed Tuesday
+- [Fire on the Mountain](https://www.portlandwings.com/) - wings
+- [Afuri Izakaya](https://afuri.us/) - Japanese, dinner only, great ramen, often a wait
-- [Hungry Tiger](https://hungrytigerpdx.com/) neighborhood bar
-- [Push X Pull Coffee](https://pushxpullcoffee.com/)
-- [Hey Love](https://www.heylovepdx.com/) cocktails and music
-- [Crush](http://www.crushbar.com/) LGBTQIA bar
-- Beer (across street from venue)
-- [Scotch Lodge](https://www.scotchlodge.com/) whisky bar (reservations suggested)
-- [ENSO Winery](https://www.ensowinery.com/)
-- [Sharetea Burnside](https://www.clover.com/online-ordering/sharetea-portland) bubble tea
-- [Coava Flagship](https://www.coavacoffee.com/) craft coffee cafe
+#### Drink Nearby
+
+- [Push X Pull](https://pushxpullcoffee.com/) - coffee
+- [Good Coffee](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Good+Coffee/@45.5114677,-122.6567618,15z/data=!4m7!3m6!1s0x5495a0a1d19e1a39:0x2f9d0b555d287da!8m2!3d45.5144884!4d-122.6534754!15sCgtnb29kIGNvZmZlZSIGiAEBqAEBWg0iC2dvb2QgY29mZmVlkgELY29mZmVlX3Nob3DgAQA!16s%2Fg%2F11b6xj6fl3?entry=tts&shorturl=1) - opens at 7am
+- [Worker's Tap & Cafe](https://workerstap.com/) - worker-owned and operated bar
+- [Hey Love](https://www.heylovepdx.com/) - cocktails and music
+- [Scotch Lodge](https://www.scotchlodge.com/) - whisky bar (reservations suggested)
+- [ENSO Winery](https://www.ensowinery.com/)
+- [Sharetea Burnside](https://www.clover.com/online-ordering/sharetea-portland) - bubble tea
+- [Hungry Tiger](https://hungrytigerpdx.com/) - neighborhood bar
+- [Rimsky Korsakoffee](https://www.instagram.com/rimskykorsakoffeehouse/?hl=en) - coffee and desserts (open 7pm-12am)
### Grocery and Convenience Stores
-- [Market of Choice](https://www.marketofchoice.com/locations-belmont/) grocery store
-- [Plaid Pantry](https://www.plaidpantry.com/store/buckman/) convenience store
+- [Market of Choice](https://www.marketofchoice.com/locations-belmont/) grocery store
+- [Plaid Pantry](https://www.plaidpantry.com/store/buckman/) convenience store
### Additional Resources
-- [Where to Eat Exceptionally Well in East Portland](https://pdx.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-east-portland-neighborhood-dining-guide)
- (Eater PDX)
-- [Central Eastside](https://www.travelportland.com/neighborhoods/central-eastside/)
- (Travel Portland)
-- [Portland's Top 50 Restaurants](https://www.pdxmonthly.com/eat-and-drink/best-restaurants-portland)
- (Portland Monthly)
+- [Where to Eat Exceptionally Well in East Portland](https://pdx.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-east-portland-neighborhood-dining-guide)
+- [Portland's Top 50 Restaurants](https://www.pdxmonthly.com/eat-and-drink/best-restaurants-portland)
+- [Central Eastside Neighborhood](https://www.travelportland.com/neighborhoods/central-eastside/)
## Getting Around
-Portland is an accessible city and there are many transportation options available, public and otherwise. Portland is divided into six quadrants (with Burnside Avenue delineating north and south sections, and the Willamette River separating west and east sections). It is a city of neighborhoods, and each has its own distinct personality. We encourage you to connect with other documentarians and explore our unique neighborhoods during your stay.
+Portland is an accessible city with many transportation options available, public and otherwise. Portland is divided into six quadrants (with Burnside Avenue delineating north and south sections, and the Willamette River separating west and east sections). It is a city of neighborhoods, and each has its own distinct personality. We encourage you to connect with other documentarians and explore our unique neighborhoods during your stay.
### Public Transportation
-Portland has a bus, light rail, and streetcar lines to get around the city. Check the [TriMet Trip Planner](https://trimet.org/home/) for more information.
+Portland has bus, MAX light rail, and streetcar lines to get around the city. Check the [TriMet Trip Planner](https://trimet.org/home/) for more information.
#### **Bus**
-There are four bus lines that run close to Revolution Hall.
+There are five bus lines that run close to Revolution Hall:
-If you're coming from downtown:
+- Line 12 (Sandy Blvd)
+- Line 15 (Belmont St)
+- Line 19 (Glisan St)
+- Line 20 (Burnside St)
+- Line 70 (12th Ave)
-- Line 15 (Belmont)
-- Line 12 (Sandy Blvd.)
-- Line 19 (Glisan)
-- Line 20 (Burnside)
+#### **MAX Light Rail and Streetcar Line**
-If you are coming from the Convention Center area:
+The [MAX](https://trimet.org/max/) is Portland's major light-rail system and primarily connects Portland with the surrounding cities, such as Gresham, Beaverton, Clackamas, and Hillsboro. If you're flying into Portland Airport (PDX), there is a MAX station for the Red Line in the airport itself.
-- Line 70 (12th Ave.)
+The [Portland Streetcar](https://portlandstreetcar.org/) serves areas surrounding downtown. There is a dropoff location 7 blocks from the venue.
-#### **Light Rail and Streetcar Line**
+#### Fares
-The [MAX](https://trimet.org/max/) is Portland's major light-rail system. The MAX primarily connects Portland with the surrounding cities, such as Gresham, Beaverton, Clackamas, and Hillsboro. If you're flying into Portland Airport (PDX), there is a MAX station for the [Red Line](https://trimet.org/schedules/maxredline.htm) in the airport itself.
+If you are planning on using the MAX or Portland Streetcar, purchase at the platform machine before boarding. Bus tickets can be purchased upon boarding.
-The [Portland Streetcar](https://portlandstreetcar.org/) serves areas surrounding downtown. There is a dropoff location 7 blocks from the venue.
+[Hop Fastpass fare card system](https://myhopcard.com/home/) is for those who want to purchase in advance.
-If you are planning on using the MAX, Portland Streetcar and/or city buses frequently during your stay, it may be worth investing in the [Hop Fastpass fare card system](https://myhopcard.com/home/). It is easy to pay with a card in your mobile wallet for a one-time ride or you may purchase MAX or Streetcar tickets from a machine at the airport. Purchase before boarding.
+[Bus and MAX Fares](https://trimet.org/fares/):
-TriMet Adult fares:
+- 2.5 hour = $2.80
+- Day Pass = $5.60
-- 2.5 hour = $2.80
-- Day Pass = $5.60
+[Streetcar Fares](https://portlandstreetcar.org/fare-info):
+
+- 2.5 hour = $2.00
+- Link to purchase
Use the [TriMet Trip Planner](https://trimet.org/home/) to plan your trip!
### Rideshare and Taxi
-We recommend using **Lyft** or **Uber** to get around Portland. If you prefer local taxi companies, here are a few recommendations:
-
-- [Radio Cab](https://www.radiocab.net/)
-- [Broadway Cab](https://broadwaycab.com/)
-
-Please note that it is ***not*** common to hail taxis in Portland, and you must call in advance.
+We recommend using **Lyft** or **Uber** to get around Portland.
-### Bike Rentals
+### Bike and Scooter Rentals
-There is a bike rental company and bikeshare program in downtown Portland if you want to experience Portland by bike (which we very much recommend). Make sure to check your route online for elevation changes - parts of Portland are very hilly!
+There are bikeshare and scooter rental programs as well as a bike rental company in downtown Portland if you want to experience Portland by bike.
-- [Cycle Portland](https://portlandbicycletours.com/)
-- [Biketown](https://biketownpdx.com/)
+- [Biketown](https://biketownpdx.com/)
+- [Lime Scooters](https://www.li.me/locations/portland)
+- [Cycle Portland](https://portlandbicycletours.com/)
## Things to do in Portland
-- [Food Carts pods](https://www.foodcartsportland.com/)
-- [Lan Su Chinese Garden](https://www.lansugarden.org/)
-- [Portland Japanese Garden](https://japanesegarden.org/)
-- [International Rose Test Garden](https://www.travelportland.com/attractions/portland-rose-garden/)
-- [Urban Parks](https://embracesomeplace.com/portland-oregon-best-parks/)
-- [Powell's City of Books at Burnside](https://www.powells.com/locations/powells-city-of-books)
-- [Portland Saturday Market](https://www.portlandsaturdaymarket.com/) (also open on Sundays)
-- [Explore Portland's Neighborhoods](https://www.travelportland.com/neighborhoods/)
+- [Powell's City of Books at Burnside](https://www.powells.com/locations/powells-city-of-books)
+- [Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)](https://omsi.edu/)
+- [Portland Art Museum](https://portlandartmuseum.org/)
+- [Lan Su Chinese Garden](https://www.lansugarden.org/)
+- [Portland Japanese Garden](https://japanesegarden.org/)
+- [International Rose Test Garden](https://www.travelportland.com/attractions/portland-rose-garden/)
+- [Urban Parks](https://embracesomeplace.com/portland-oregon-best-parks/)
+- [Portland Saturday Market](https://www.portlandsaturdaymarket.com/) (also open on Sundays)
+- [Explore Portland's Neighborhoods](https://www.travelportland.com/neighborhoods/)