They nicknamed it "Van-tucky"

Since there was going to be a wedding in Vancouver, Washington this year we visited a few times to help out and get to know the place. It's getting a makeover on the waterfront (Portlandia people have been known to call it Vantucky as a slur, which apparently no longer fits...) and it is spectacular.

It is a little quirky, but very friendly and has some fine dining with views all along the waterfront. Looking in the other direction along the river you see Mt. Hood. Hiking in the Columbia River Valley is lush and scenic. No wonder one set of kids lives here.