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PHOTOS, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: CHRIS LAWRENCE; COREY TEMPLETON; ROBERT WITKOWS
KI/VISIT PORTLAND; JENNIFER KEARNS; COURTESY PORTLAND MUSEUM OF ART;
DAY
3
MORNING
HAVE BRUNCH—The perfect morning
to taste a farm-to-table breakfast at a
notable restaurant or a more casual diner.
[p. 39-43]
AFTERNOON
SEAS THE DAY! Kayaking, sailing,
fishing, or paddle boarding are great in
warm weather. Cooler temps don’t deter,
however, with year-round water taxi and
Casco Bay Lines island service. Holiday
polar dips and Parade of Lights are other
great excuses to enjoy the harbor in
winter. [p. 11]
RELIVE HISTORY—From colonial days to
the Industrial Age, buildings from almost
every era of the metro area’s development
are open for tours. Be transported to past
periods, time after time. [p. 22-26, 32-33]
EXPLORE THE ‘HOOD—Meander the
streets around an intriguing neighborhood.
The towns of Greater Portland all offer
unique aspects that make them worth the
visit. [p. 61-63]
DEPART
PLAN YOUR NEXT VISIT. Make your
reservation at your favorite places to stay
or plan someplace new to experience on
your next visit.
GET IT TO GO. Hold onto the taste of
Maine by grabbing an Italian or lobster
roll for the road. Or ship some live lobster
to meet you at home. Local food can also
be enjoyed while at Portland International
Jetport or on the Downeaster train home.
[p. 54, 56, 84]
VISIT LIKE A LOCAL
It doesn’t take long to feel at home in Greater Portland.
Bayside has become the incubator for
popular new breweries, distilleries,
roasteries,and studios…even bowling!
The former industrial neighborhood is
evolving into a bastion of innovation
and high tech, not only attracting
entrepreneurs and growing businesses,
but has captured the attention of the
PBA (Professional Bowler’s Association)
now hosting an annual international
tournament at Bayside Bowl.
Diverse interests and lifestyles create
Greater Portland’s lively flavor. Each town
in Greater Portland has a unique appeal,
and neighborhoods within each town
have different vibes that offer different
experiences. Enjoy exploring the region
to find the places that thrill your soul or
soothe your spirit, and visit like a local—or
better yet, become one! [p. 61-63]
Brunch in Greater Portland has risen to
an art form—the culinary arts, that is!
Whether you’re craving hearty diner fare
or a more refined white-glove experience,
the choices are varied and popular. Early
risers may be seated right away, but its
not uncommon to find a late-morning
line indicating it’s worth the wait.
Reservations are encouraged, but counter
space is often available immediately.
[p.39-43]
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