
(Travel + Leisure) - Going Green in Portland
Where to stay: The elegantly historic Heathman Hotel (800/551-0011) recently partnered with the Energy Trust of Oregon to work towards becoming an Energy Star-certified hotel while slashing 25 percent of the hotel's energy costs and natural gas costs.
How to travel: The TriMet transport system even serves trendy areas like "The Pearl."
Green activity: You can see first-rate plays and musicals at the Portland Center Stage (503/445-3700), housed in the LEED-certified Platinum Armory building.