The 9 Best Seafood Restaurants in Maine!

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Thurston’s Lobster Pound, Bernard, ME

Open May through October, Thurston’s Lobster Pound offers a friendly and relaxing dining experience right on the shores of Mount Desert Island’s busiest working harbors. From your seat…

Open May through October, Thurston’s Lobster Pound offers a friendly and relaxing dining…

The 9 Best Places for Crab in Maine!

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Thurston's Lobster Pound, Bernard, ME

With a yellow tent roof, Thurston's Lobster Pound serves up their own lobster and seafood that was freshly caught that day. Feast on several crab dishes like Joey’s crabcakes, Crab Louis Dip or…

With a yellow tent roof, Thurston's Lobster Pound serves up their own lobster and seafood that was…

The 10 Best Boat Rentals in Maine!

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Mansell Boat Rental Company, Southwest Harbor, ME

Mount Desert Island has the best of both worlds—freshwater lakes and the Atlantic Ocean. Mansell Boat Rental Company in the heart of Mount Desert Island offers both motorboat rentals and…

Mount Desert Island has the best of both worlds—freshwater lakes and the Atlantic Ocean.…

The 8 Best Brunch Spots in Maine!

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Jordan Pond House, Seal Harbor, ME

No visit to Acadia National Park is complete without a stop for brunch and popovers at the Jordan Pond House. While there is no official brunch menu, you can certainly enjoy a delicious brunch-like…

No visit to Acadia National Park is complete without a stop for brunch and popovers at the Jordan…

The 8 Best Farmers Markets in Maine!

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Northeast Harbor Farmers Market, Northeast Harbor, ME

The Northeast Harbor Farmers Market runs seasonal from late June through August on Thursdays. Local Downeast farmers sell their locally grown and produced flowers, fresh fruit and berries, preserves,…

The Northeast Harbor Farmers Market runs seasonal from late June through August on Thursdays. Local…

10 Best Tea Houses and Shops in Maine

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Jordan Pond House Restaurant, Seal Harbor, ME

Open seasonally, Jordan Pond House Restaurant is best known for its tea and popovers. In fact, almost as many people visit for that fare alone, rather than for a full meal. There are several teas…

Open seasonally, Jordan Pond House Restaurant is best known for its tea and popovers. In fact,…

The 15 Best Camping Spots in Maine!

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Somes Sound View Campground, Mount Desert, ME

Acadia National Park is the oldest national park east of the Mississippi. Stay in the heart of the park at Somes Sound View Campground. The campground has more than 50 sites for tents, campers, and…

Acadia National Park is the oldest national park east of the Mississippi. Stay in the heart of the…

The 8 Best Lunch Spots in Maine!

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Jordan Pond House, Seal Harbor, ME

No visit to Acadia National Park is complete without a stop for popovers and tea at the famous Jordan Pond House. While you can’t miss the savory and sweet popovers with Maine strawberry jam,…

No visit to Acadia National Park is complete without a stop for popovers and tea at the famous…

The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Maine!

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Precipice Trail, Acadia National Park, ME

Often closed due to peregrine falcon nesting, the Precipice Trail is one of the best trails in Acadia National Park. The trail is difficult and not suited to small children, but it is an exhilarating…

Often closed due to peregrine falcon nesting, the Precipice Trail is one of the best trails in…

The 9 Best Bookstores in Maine!

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Sherman’s Books and Stationery, Bar Harbor, ME

Sherman’s Books and Stationery in Bar Harbor has been selling books, stationery, and newspapers since 1886. Now, with five different bookstores across coastal Maine, you can shop for your…

Sherman’s Books and Stationery in Bar Harbor has been selling books, stationery, and…

Precipice Trail, Acadia National Park, ME

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Sherman’s Books and Stationery, Bar Harbor, ME

Featured in The 9 Best Bookstores in Maine!

Sherman’s Books and Stationery in Bar Harbor has been selling books, stationery, and newspapers since 1886. Now, with five different bookstores across coastal Maine, you can shop for your… Read More

Bar Harbor 4th of July, Bar Harbor, ME

Featured in The Perfect Fourth of July in Maine

July 4 is the official start of the tourist season in Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park and what better way to celebrate than with a day-long celebration? Bar Harbor’s Fourth of July… Read More

El El Frijoles, Sargentville, ME

Featured in The Best 7 Mexican Restaurants in Maine!

Modeled after San Francisco taquerias, El El Frijoles is located in a converted barn in coastal Sargentville. The menu blends the spiciness you expect from Mexican food with the delicious local… Read More

Check out a historic fishing village

Featured in Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do In Maine!

Stonington is about as Maine as you can get, leading the state in the amount of lobster that hits their docks. The Lobster Shack is a must-visit place to get your fix. The owner has been working the… Read More

1932 Criterion Theatre, Bar Harbor, ME

Featured in The 9 Best Historic Theaters in Maine!

Built in 1932, the Criterion Theatre shows movies, live theatre, concerts and more. Open year-round, it’s as popular with tourists in the summer months as it is with locals.

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Thurston’s Lobster Pound, Bernard, ME

Featured in The 9 Best Seafood Restaurants in Maine!

Open May through October, Thurston’s Lobster Pound offers a friendly and relaxing dining experience right on the shores of Mount Desert Island’s busiest working harbors. From your seat… Read More

Jeannie’s Great Maine Breakfast, Bar Harbor, ME

Featured in The 7 Best Places for Pancakes in Maine!

Vegans love Jeannie’s for their oatmeal pancakes topped with walnuts and warm applesauce. Don’t worry, though. Even if you don’t eat vegan, you’ll find the best pancakes in… Read More

Acadia National Park, Mt. Desert, ME

Featured in Top 15 Historical Sites in Maine!

Acadia National Park is the oldest national park east of the Mississippi. This 47,000-acre part first opened in 1916. Much of the park was developed through funding from wealthy donors like George B.… Read More

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