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Maine is a vast state with an abundance of natural, cultural, and recreational
pursuits; from the inlets and harbors of the south, to the winding, wooded trails
of the north — Vacationland awaits.
Greater Portland is the one region
where authenticity, arts, and adventure
are equally present, but do take time to
explore the rest of our beautiful state.
Breathtaking coastal scenery and long
stretches of sandy beach characterize
the picturesque villages of the South
Coast region. Old Orchard Beach
offers fun for the whole family, with a
traditional boardwalk and amusement
park. Dine at award-winning restaurants
in Ogunquit, and shop at the Kittery
Premium Outlets, antique shops,
and local boutiques. Four seasons of
activities include festivals, cruises,
summer theater, and Christmas Prelude.
Farther up the coast, you’ll discover
delightful villages, glacier-carved
peninsulas, and the grand panoramas
of our Mid-Coast and Downeast regions.
Take in a show at the renowned Maine
State Music Theatre in Brunswick and
view exhibits commemorating the
state’s seafaring heritage at Maine
Maritime Museum in Bath. Explore
the charming coastal towns of
Boothbay Harbor and Camden where
lobster boats, sightseeing tours, and
quaint shops abound. Experience
Maine’s natural beauty on the meander-
ing paths of Coastal Maine Botanical
Gardens. Stunning views can be found
high atop Cadillac Mountain in Acadia,
Maine’s only national park; the nearby
resort town of Bar Harbor boasts an
assortment of acclaimed inns
and B&Bs.
From the colorful wild flowers of spring
to the stunning white snowscapes of
winter, Western Maine is a region of
great scenic beauty and outstanding
recreational pursuits, from fishing
and whitewater rafting to skiing and
snowmobiling. Take a relaxing trip up
Long Lake on the Songo River Queen II,
replica of the Mississippi River Paddle
Wheelers. For history, visit Poland
Spring Preservation Park and
Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, the
only remaining Shaker community in
the country. And don’t miss autumn’s
colorful show as you explore the other
Gems of Route 26 in the nearby Lakes
& Mountains Region.
See more places to visit on the next page.
Photo: Cynthia Farr-Weinfeld
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Find full vacation
planning resources
for Maine Regions
beyond Greater
Portland at:
visitmaine.com &
mainetourism.com
& listings on pg. 71
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