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Greater Portland’s safe environment, beautiful landscapes, and vibrant arts
and food culture combine to create a treasured quality of life for residents
and visitors alike.
Portland consistently makes top-ten lists
of best places to vacation, and is also
appearing on “best of” lists for families,
green living, and outdoor lifestyle, even
earning a recent ranking from
Travel &
Leisure
under Best Cities for Hipsters.
We’re not surprised.
An old seaport city on a fresh new
trajectory fueled by the creative economy,
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.
You can connect with some of the cre-
ative, energetic people who are planting
roots in our region on Creative Portland’s
website,
liveworkportland.org, an
invaluable source of information and
resources for current residents and those
considering a move. From neighborhoods
and housing to investment and business
incubators, the site provides ideas on
ways to fit your interests and talents
within our community.
The Portland region is growing and
diversifying rapidly. In addition to the
old-time Mainers and their Down East
humor, you’ll find new communities of
residents from Eastern Europe, Africa,
and Southeast Asia, as well as transplants
from other US regions. Portland’s small
size encourages community involvement
and makes for a quicker transition once
you decide to call this region home.
The Economic & Community
Development divisions of towns and
cities in Greater Portland can aid you in
transplanting your business and family
to Maine; find contact info at greaterport-
land.org. If you’ve already decided to
relocate, or you’re contemplating a move
to the Greater Portland area, our local
service professionals will make your
transition smoother. Also, for your
visits, see the rentals on page 71 and the
accommodations on pages 77, 79, and
83 marked for hotels that specialize in
extended stays.
If you’re here for a visit only, the service
listings on pages 64-66 may still include
something you’ll need during your
vacation.
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Wherever you
go, in all seasons,
beautiful land &
seascapes surround
Maine’s largest
metropolitan area.
Portland: Authentic
– By Nature.
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