A Boston Break: The Quick Trips from Maine Series
Maine is quiet and peaceful, with beautiful starry skies, ocean vistas, and thick green forests. But every once in awhile, you start itching for a little more excitement. Maine may seem pretty remote, but luckily, you don’t have far to go to get back into the swing of things: one of America’s largest and most fascinating cities, Boston, is a mere two-hour drive from Portland. You can shop, stroll through the historical neighborhoods, even catch a concert — and still be back in Maine by bedtime. With tons of great restaurants, shops, and cultural events, Boston is a great getaway for a day.
Fanueil Hall. Photo by Walter Parenteau
Written by Kathy Hawkins on July 26, 2007
Filed Under Nearby Locations, Boston
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Dog-Friendly Portland
With historic cobblestone streets, funky independent shops, and all kinds of great restaurants crammed within its tiny downtown area, there’s a lot to love about Portland, Maine. But one of the city’s best features is its love for all things dog. Walking down by the harbor, it’s rare that you won’t see a few furry friends, and Portland has a variety of shops to cater to them — there are also quite a few restaurants that welcome dogs to dine with you (on the patio, of course), and numerous B&Bs and hotels that welcome pets with open arms. Here are some of Portland’s best places to bring your four-legged friend.
Photo by Eva Marieville
Written by Kathy Hawkins on July 26, 2007
Filed Under Maine, Portland, Food, Animals
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Great Hotels in Maine
If you’re visiting Maine, one thing’s for certain: you need a place to stay. There are quite a few options — you can rent a vacation property for a week, stay at a bed & breakfast, or stay at a hotel. Though I’ve profiled some of Maine’s best and most renowned bed & breakfast accommodations, it’s not the right fit for everyone.
Some people have trouble with climbing many flights of stairs, which is a common trait in historic bed & breakfasts. Others are traveling in groups that are too large to be accommodated by a single B&B, and do not want to split up. Some enjoy luxuries such as a pool or gym while traveling, while others prefer not to eat a large breakfast, and would rather not pay the price for something they won’t take advantage of. Whatever the reason, if a B&B isn’t right for you, don’t resort to a generic Holiday Inn — there are plenty of beautiful independent hotels that are sure to suit your needs.
Written by Kathy Hawkins on July 16, 2007
Filed Under Maine, Freeport, Places to Stay, Hotels, Boothbay Harbor
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One Big Maine is a general informational resource for the state of Maine. From helping you discover Maine's natural beauty, to learning about the history of Maine, we can be your guide. As one of the largest states in the US, Maine contains a wide range of natural environments, including mountainous regions, deep lakes, towering pine forests and long stretches of coastland. Whether you are looking to buy a summer vacation home in Maine, speculate on cheap land or visit as a tourist, we can help you out.