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VocationVacations Vocationers at the Oregon Zoo ($1,999 for two days) should inquire ahead of time to ensure an overlap with Rama the elephant's painting schedule. Other packages start at $349 (to shadow a dog-day care owner in Massachusetts) and top out at $6,000 (for 48 hours with PGA golf pro Brian Henninger). Next up: Cruise host, spa director, and minister at a Las Vegas chapel. 971/544-1535; www.vocationvacations.com.
WHERE TO STAY
Hotel Vintage Plaza
Located in downtown Portland, just a short walk from the city's MAX light rail system, which provides regular service to the zoo. In addition to elegant rooms and a renowned Italian restaurant, amenities include a plush stuffed dog to guard your pillow. Even if you can't cuddle the zoo animals, you have a fuzzy friend waiting back at the hotel. 422 S.W. Broadway; 800/243-0555 or 503/228-1212; www.vintageplaza.com; doubles from $149.
WHERE TO EAT
Park Kitchen
Chef-owner Scott Dolich—ranked among the top 10 new U.S. chefs by Food & Wine in 2004—uses fresh, locally farmed ingredients to create inventive dishes. 422 N.W. 8th Ave.; 503/223-7275; dinner for two $70.
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