Acadia National Park – Maine
Acadia National Park continues to be a popular vacation destination, drawing visitors to the rugged coastline, calm lakes, and quiet woods. When asked what comes to mind when they think of Maine, people will say …
Maine Woods Active Outdoor Attractions
Low-cost Hiking and Paddling Getaways in Maine’s Lakes and Mountains Maine’s forest and mountain wilderness are close to most of New England and yet is often overlooked by those looking for a bargain outdoor getaway. …
Lodging in Downeast Maine – Cherryfield
This historic house on the Maine coast provides comfortable and affordable lodging and transports guests back to the early nineteenth century. Maine’s true Downeast coast begins in Ellsworth, and as travelers drive down east toward …
Camden Maine Shopping Along the Sea
Spend a Day Exploring This Shopping Mecca in Maine What could be better than shopping? Shopping along with a New England harbor town. Camden Maine has everything from antiques to candy and dolls to ice …
About Maine Lobster
Succulent Maine lobster is a treat for locals and visitors alike. Learn about lobster, how to cook it, and how to eat it. Lobster is found abundantly along the Maine shoreline due to the crisp …
Boat Tours & Nature Cruises from Boothbay Harbor, Maine
Midcoast Maine Boating Visitors to this Midcoast Maine boating center can go on a whale watch or a seal watch, explore a working lighthouse, or join a sea kayaking nature tour. Boothbay Harbor, Maine, is …
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Exploring Maine’s Varied, Rocky Mid-Coast Region
Infinite Peninsulas, Inlets, Coves, Harbors, Islands Populate Coast Maine’s Mid-Coast encompasses U.S. Route 1 and other communities off the beaten path. The coastline offers beauty, history, culture, and plentiful outdoor activities. A journey along Maine’s …
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Fishing in Gloucester & Rockport Maine
Blue Collar Gloucester and more affluent Rockport are located on Massachusetts’ less well known Cape Ann. They offer fishing, artist shops, beaches, and ocean proximity. Located on what some call the “other cape” in Massachusetts …
Travel Up the Maine Coast by Car, Bus, or Train
Planning a Maine vacation? Here are driving directions, travel information, and tips for beating the traffic on the way to Midcoast Maine. Thousands of vacationers will head up the Maine coast this summer to destinations …
Seal Island Maine – Puffins & Seabirds
Atlantic Puffins Breed on Maine Refuge Seal Island National Wildlife Refuge, off the coast of Maine, is home to Atlantic Puffins, Roseate Terns, Great Cormorants, and other breeding seabirds. A rocky island off the coast …
Maine Coast Vacations
Choosing a Vacation Spot on the Coast of Maine Maine has over five thousand miles of coastline, and each stretch has its own character and attraction. The phrase “Maine coast vacation” evokes images of fishing …
Boat Tours on the Rivers of Midcoast Maine
Custom boat tours give a chance to get out on the water in Maine and explore the midcoast from a new vantage point. Traffic-weary travelers wanting to escape the highway. A photographer seeking new angles …
Five Beautiful Unspoiled Beaches to Visit on the Coast of Maine
Ferry Beach, Seawall Beach, Lamoine Beach, Roque Bluffs State Park, Jasper Beach: these scenic Maine beaches are great getaways for the whole family. Maine is a popular choice when it comes to summer vacations. Between …
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Whale Watching and Puffin Cruises in Maine
Two Wildlife Boat Tours Down East Whales and puffins have become unofficial symbols of the Maine coast. Boat tours give many vacationers a chance to see these creatures in their wild habitats. A Maine vacation …
Visiting the Amazing Bay of Fundy
Seeing a Natural Tidal Marvel on the Atlantic Ocean The Bay of Fundy on the east coast of North America is famous for its rich animal and plant life, amazing natural phenomena, and especially its …
Girlfriends Budget Getaway in Downeast Maine
An Affordable Vacation on Maine Coast Dramatic and beautiful, Maine’s Downeast coast is an appealing and economical destination for any group of women who want to get away, relax, and rejuvenate. although Downeast Maine may …
Downeast Maine Vacation Eco-Tours
Outdoor Activities Enjoying Maine’s Natural Beauty For nature lovers, downeast Maine offers eco-tours, wildlife cruises, bird watching, and fascinating natural phenomena. A great treasure of Down East is the area’s unspoiled natural beauty. Here are …
Four Lighthouses to Visit on a Maine Coast Vacation
Oceanfront Maine is strung with over sixty lighthouses. Which ones should you include in your coastal Maine vacation? Every lighthouse on the coast of Maine is unique and claims some reason for a visit, but …
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Maine Fall Foliage
Autumn Colors, Country Fairs, Scenic Drives, & Pumpkin Regattas Maine is a largely rural state with a wealth of natural beauty. In the fall, the leaves on over 50 native species of trees change color, …
Route 11: Maine’s Road To Apple Picking
Autumn is prime time for foliage and fruit in Maine. Follow Route 11 north to get plenty of both. Call it the road between the orchards. As Route 11 winds its way north and east …