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VISIT PORTLAND / 57
LIFE AS WE KNOW IT
Greater Portland tops other urban areas around the world with excellence
in food, quality of life, and even beer. Who knew? (We did.)
Pride Parade celebrates Greater Portland’s
diverse and inclusive population.
HOME
You may think Maine is just a vacation spot, but
it’s not. Greater Portland has been attracting
young entrepreneurs who find the progressive
region large enough to be interesting, yet small
enough to develop a supportive community.
Relaxed enough that you can follow your
interests, while also developing your career. On
you’ll meet real people
who fell in love with Maine, moved here, and have
great jobs. They love the quirky mix of outdoor
adventure and city culture. They value the live/
work balance they’ve achieved here. Take the
time to listen to their stories and perhaps you’ll
discover that a move to Maine makes sense to
you too. For those considering a lifestyle change,
another invaluable source of information is
CreativePortland, where you can connect with
other energetic and creative people who are
planting roots in our region.
If you’re just visiting, pages 58-59 may still be
beneficial during your stay.
PHOTOS, FROM TOP: COREY TEMPLETON; COURTESY LIVE AND WORK IN MAINE
Ten Coolest Cities
Best Cities for Young Adults
—Forbes
Happiest Cities in the United States
—National Geographic
2018’s Best Places to Find a Job
America’s Best Cities To Move To
Before They Get Too Popular
—Sperling’s Best Places
Best Small City for Food-Lovers
Best Places to Live Now
—Men’s Journal
Best Cities for Men and Women to Live
—Health Magazine
IT’S A LIVING
KATHLEEN PARKER, IT RECRUITER
PRO SEARCH, INC.
LOCAL TAKE
Originally from California by way of St. Louis, I was
looking for the kind of life I had growing up, close
to the beach with a certain kind of energy you can’t
find in the Midwest. When I first visited Portland I
loved the energy, I loved everything about it, and
said, ‘I’m going to move here!’ I live very close to
Willard Beach in South Portland. Every evening
after work the dog and I go for a jaunt on the beach
and to Spring Point lighthouse. I’d say the most
important thing is to visit Greater Portland…go to the
beach, walk around downtown Portland, experience
fresh lobster right on the water—it’ll hook you! No
one here is in a rush. They put in their work—and
work hard—but they also enjoy their off-time.
Employers respect the work/life balance.