Our work
- Marketing campaigns – Producing award-winning marketing efforts like “The Seven Wonders of Oregon, which encouraged road trips and exploration beyond Portland, and the “Only Slightly Exaggerated” animated campaign, which highlighted Oregon’s natural beauty.
- Destination development – Investing in rural tourism, outdoor recreation, and sustainability initiatives to enhance visitor experiences and help communities realize their tourism potential.
- Grants and funding – Providing financial support to local communities and businesses through tourism-related grant programs. Travel Oregon awarded $3.6 Million in grants to fund accessible and inclusive tourism projects across the state in its last grant cycle.
- Industry research and reports – Offering insights on visitor trends, economic impact, and travel behaviors.
- Stewardship and sustainability – Encouraging responsible tourism and initiatives like Leave No Trace to protect Oregon’s natural resources.
- Collaboration with local businesses – Partnering with small businesses, hotels, wineries and restaurants to boost tourism across the state.
- Events and conferences – Hosting the annual Oregon Governor’s Conference on Tourism to engage industry professionals.
- Agency Governance, Accountability & Performance – Meeting agency and Governor Expectations – including statutory reporting and rulemaking.
Travel Oregon is committed to fostering sustainable tourism, enhancing community vitality, and ensuring inclusive access to Oregon’s diverse attractions.
Where you can find us
- Social media: Find your daily dose of inspiration —
- Free Travel Guides: You can order any of our publications, including the Visitor Guide, Scenic Byways Driving Guide, Travel Guide to Oregon Indian Country and the Oregon State Highway Map
- Email Newsletters: We have three newsletters you can sign up for — one has general trip ideas, one is focused on our culinary scene and last full of outdoor recreation ideas.
- Industry Newsletter: Receive monthly updates about Oregon’s tourism industry, upcoming events and conferences, grant opportunities and more.
- State Welcome Centers: There are eight travel information centers at key entry points throughout the state with staff ready to help you with maps, brochures and plenty of recommendations on things to do and places to see.
