Maine is like our home away from home. Our best friends live there and we visit often, in every season. Visiting Maine is a favorite vacation, either as an active place to explore or a relaxing getaway. We love the maritime hsitory, the quiet solitude of the Highlands, and the lobster culture.
I’ve always loved lighthouses, and traveling in Maine will bring you to many of them. We have lighthouse guides, recommendations for where to stay in the small towns of Coastal Maine, and so much more. If you’re looking for a different sort of summer experience, we’ve got you covered. And winter in Maine can be fun too!
Acadia National Park is also a very popular destination in Maine. Located DownEast, Acadia NP is beautiful, surrounded by water and overflowing with beautiful views from the granite peaks. We have lots of great information for planning a visit to Acadia National Park.
Since we visit often, stay tuned as we continue to share more and more of what we love in Maine!
This is everything you need to know about visiting the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, from the famous Trolls to special events. Details about seasonal happening and types of gardens found at the CMBG in Boothbay on the Midcoast.
There are quite a few art museums in Maine that you can easily add to nearly any trip. From Portland to Bar Harbor, these art museums offer a look into Maine culture and pieces from around the world.
There is a lot of wildlife in Maine if you are patient and know where to look. Between unique animals, including moose and puffins, and more common but still amazing wildlife, such as black bears, this guide will help you spot them all (with some luck!).
The Harraseeket Inn in Freeport, Maine is one of the coziest, peaceful places we’ve stayed. Get the details on staying at the Harraseeket, things to do in Freeport, and ideas for visiting Maine in any season.
Whoopie pies are a quintessential Maine treat that you’ll find all around the state. See what just a whoopie pie is, our favorite places in Maine to get them, and our recipe to make whoopie pies at home!
Maine in summer is the perfect time for a road trip. This fun Maine road trip goes from Portland to the Highlands to Acadia National Park and the lobster towns of MidCoast Maine. Great trip with kids or on your own!
Kayaking in coastal Maine is the quintessential Northeast experience. From rocky coves and lobster pounds to kayaking at Acadia National Park, ideas and tips for awesome kayaking trips in Maine.
The West Quoddy Lighthouse is the easternmost point in the USA and one of the most unique lighthouses in Maine. See how to visit and what else there is to do in Lubec, Maine.
The Samoset Resort in winter is one of the best Maine experiences you can have in the cold. From beautiful accommodations to easy access to the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse, this resort hotel is a unique and wonderful choice in MidCoast Maine.
If you love snow, good food and the coastal vibe, visiting Maine in winter is for you! This guide to off-season travel to Portland and Midcoast Maine is ideal for enjoying the outdoors, museums and lighthouses along the coast. Recommendations for where to stay and how to plan a winter trip to Maine.
Easy to visit lighthouses in Maine are all along the coast. From the famous Portland Head Light to lesser know sites that are even more beautiful, these are the best lighthouses to add to your Maine road trip.
Acadia National Park in Maine is very spread out with diverse experiences and activities. Guide to planning a trip, how much time you’ll need and where to stay for visiting Acadia National Park.
Review of the 250 Main Hotel in Rockland, Maine: a modern luxury hotel in Mid-coast Maine. Between Acadia National Park and Portland, ME this hotel is just off the Rockland Harbor and walking distance to this trendy coastal town.
There are lots of fun things to do in Portland, Maine with kids. We’ve spent a lot of time there and have our favorite sights and activities. From lighthouses to grilled cheese, these are our picks for things to do in Portland.