Maine Travel Guide

  1. Maine

An ideal location for happy campers and nature lovers, Maine boasts a wealth of wilderness and rich wildlife. The state abounds with a number of forests and national parks including the renowned Acadia National on Mount Desert Island. Lobsters are also aplenty in Maine. Have them raw sushi style, roasted or boiled to suit your seafood-craving appetite.

The largest city in the state and probably the most famous, Portland is a postcard-perfect town. With cobblestone streets and brick sidewalks, the city is an ideal destination to explore on foot so ditch your Jimmy Choos and find a pair of comfy flats to walk the town in.

In Portland, visitors can also find an array of beautiful historic homes and impressive buildings while several hip boutiques and many good restaurants in New England line the streets.

Fans of the horror king Stephen King will particularly love the town of Bangor. Visit King’s house and indulge in the city’s history at the Bangor Historical Society. Car freaks should make a beeline to the Cole Land Transportation Museum where a selection of classic cars is on display.

Have your digi-cam in hand while driving through the pretty little twin towns of Kennebunk and Kennebunkport as there are many scenic spots along the way. The towns themselves are home to many popular resorts and cozy bed and breakfasts.

Your camera will also come in handy if you spot the Bush family, who are regular visitors to this part of the state. Not visiting Dock Square in the heart of Kennebunkport would be a crime if you are a serious shopper, while a cruise down the river on a rented boat to the cove is a favorite activity in the villages.

Maine’s coastline is packed with many little lighthouses. Despite looking quite inviting, the waters here can get really chilly so swimmers should be prepared for an unpleasant surprise if they decide to take a dip. While locals are on the friendly side they aren’t exactly the outgoing type so nightlife in Maine isn’t that electrifying.

Portland and Bangor receive several American airlines. International visitors usually fly from New York City, Philadelphia, Boston and Chicago to Portland. Amtrak trains also arrive here regularly from Boston.

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