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Stretching across stony peaks and rolling whitewater, goes big in the state’s vast, forested interior. With thousands of moose and not many people, the landscape dares visitors to tackle oversized adventures, from skiing backcountry trails to reeling in bass on the Penobscot River. Committing to the challenge pays off, with pristine campsites, mountaintop sunsets, and…
Discover Bar Harbor, Maine: A Perfect Getaway Wrapping around the shoreline of Frenchman Bay on Maine’s Mt. Desert Island, Bar Harbor serves as a gateway to Acadia National Park as well as a hub for food, culture, art, and activity. With over 3.5 million visitors annually, Bar Harbor is always alive with excitement and adventure….
The chilly waters off the coast of Maine are a bounty of delicious seafood. You’ll find fresh clams, kelp, scallops, crab, oysters, mussels, fish, and of course, the acclaimed Maine lobster. Mainers also grow a plethora of fresh farmed products like wild blueberries – 40,000 acres of the Pine Tree State are dedicated to the…
Essential Tips for Planning Your Trip to Maine If you’re planning a trip to Maine, you’re in good company—one of the state’s nicknames is Vacationland. People flock to Maine for outdoor adventure, scenic coastlines, and the cultural attractions of Portland, Maine’s largest city. These top tips will help you strategize your planning, etiquette, and health…
Top Hiking Trails in Maine There’s more to Maine than lobsters; it’s also home to some of the best hiking in the northeast US, with thousands of miles of trails suitable for various skill levels. For the adventurous explorer, there are plenty of backcountry multi-day hikes available. However, beginners who just want to take in…
Budget-Friendly Travel Tips for Visiting Maine Maine is a popular tourist destination, known for its scenic beauty and picturesque coastal villages. Millions of visitors flock to this northernmost New England state every year for a week by the lake, to drop the kids at summer camp, or for a long weekend in Portland, the state’s…
Top 10 Must-Visit Destinations in Maine Come for the lobster and lighthouses, stay for the granite peaks and tranquil woodlands. With the slogan, “the way life should be,” Maine is a place that will capture your heart. From its northern waterways and mountain peaks to its southern sandy beaches and delicious lobster rolls, Maine should…
Maine is big on small farms, fisheries, and orchards, making it an ideal place to engage your kids’ interest in local produce © Mike Brinson / Getty Images Maine comes by the nickname “Vacationland” honestly – the large, scenic New England state only has about 1.4 million residents but welcomes more than 15 million visitors…
Discover the Best Things to Do in Maine When you’ve got 3,500 miles of sand and granite shoreline, studded with fishing villages, forts, lighthouses, lobster shacks, islands, and Acadia National Park, you have to showcase it all, right? That’s how Maine hooks you in. Its stunning natural beauty and wealth of outdoor activities mean it…
Maine has long been a getaway for travelers trying to beat the summer heat and indulge in fresh seafood like lobster rolls and raw oysters. The northeastern-most state features 3,478 miles of glorious coastline on the Atlantic Ocean, with a lovely mix of flat sandy beaches and dramatic rocky cliffs dashed by whitecaps. While it’s…
Maine is the largest state in New England by far, with a small population concentrated in the southern third, especially along the stunning coast. This means much of the state, bordering New Hampshire to the southwest, the Atlantic Ocean to the southeast, and Canada everywhere else, retains a rural beauty that can be hard to…
Top Scenic Road Trips in Maine The road trip is synonymous with American travel culture, and there’s no better place to explore the natural beauty of the United States by car than in the beautiful state of Maine. The Pine Tree State offers scenic vistas and activities for everyone, from rocky coastlines and sandy beaches…
With a rocky coastline and granite peaks, Maine boasts two stunning federally protected lands. Acadia National Park and Katahdin Woods and Waters offer unique experiences, while the Pine Cone State is also home to 32 incredibly beautiful state parks, from Presque Isle to Saco. The mountains here may not reach the same heights as those…
The Perfect Summer Getaway in Maine with iBestTravel Maine is my summer paradise. I grew up visiting the region southwest of Portland, where my grandparents owned a charming lakeside cottage. More recently, I’ve ventured beyond the lakes to explore Maine’s stunning Atlantic coast. My adventures have led me to wondrous coves and bustling seafood shacks,…