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Putting cryptozoology on display to the world
Believe it or not, it’s possible to walk into this building on the west side of downtown Portland, Maine and completely miss the shaggy, 8-foot-tall representation of Bigfoot.
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Peek.com launches in Boston
The sleek-looking Peek.com made its debut in Boston on Friday, and looks to be a valuable curated source of activities and attractions in the area,...
'Mini Maine' is a hit on the web
Using tilt-shift photography, German photographer Joerg Daiber has created the latest in intriguing destination clips to hit the web with his “Mini Maine,” which...
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Kennebunk, Maine
Miles of scenic shoreline at Goose Rocks and Gooch’s beaches might be the chief attraction to Kennebunkport throughout the summer months.
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Celebrate National Bike Month
May is National Bike Month, so take advantage of the spring weather with these 15 great bike rides in New England.
Maine’s coastal island scenes
There are over 4,000 islands in Maine, and almost all of them are covered in moss, fog, berries, and birds. Here are four island adventures that are close to shore but feel like a world away.
Winslow Homer’s studio opens in Maine
by reservation only, the museum will offer guided tours of the studio. By agreement with neighbors, tours are small and scheduled only in fall and spring.
Sailing history on the Maine coast
The 90-foot Mary Day, which is celebrating its 50th season, is the first schooner in the Maine windjammer fleet built to accommodate passengers.
Beacon onto Maine’s sea history
Seguin Island, 2½ miles off Maine’s shore, is home to Seguin Island Light Station.
Another world, of water and myth
Deer Isle and Stonington represent the most enduring mythic visions of coastal Maine: the rugged stony shore and the hardscrabble yet heroic labor of the lobster fishermen.
Tight budget, full plate in Portland
The city’s high-end dining gets all the press, but there are plenty of budget-friendly choices. Here’s a sampling from the downtown peninsula, listed by neighborhood.
Freeport, Maine, with no shopping list
Retail may reign, but yoga, movies, food, and other fun are gaining. If you have not been to Freeport in a few years, there is much that is new.
Keeping heritage alive
For some, December's Maine Indian Basketmakers Sale and Demonstration is a window into the history of their culture.
Special Shops of Portland
Explore the gems of Portland. These shops open a door to true expertise, where shopkeepers know their work so well that they can guide you to just the outfit, record, or cup of tea you're looking for.