Maine

Freeport Maine, More than L.L. Bean

Monday, December 21st, 2009

A wonderful discovery during our coastal lighthouse tour is the vibrant village of Freeport, Maine. Unique shops, a variety of restaurants, pristine parks, quaint inns, and historic buildings will keep any visitor busy for days. Less than twenty miles from Portland we decided to take the more scenic Route 1. We where entertained [...]

Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park

Monday, November 9th, 2009

I came to see the light and returned to explore the natural wonder it protected. The red beacon of Bass Harbor Lighthouse sits atop a short white sturdy structure. The strong profile of the light warns of a rocky outcropping formed by lava flows, made bare by nature’s constant seaward battering. The [...]

Kennebunkport, Maine; A Pristine Beach and Historic Village For Shopping.

Thursday, October 29th, 2009

The warm sun on my back was welcome on this cool Autumn morning as we strolled through the streets of Kennebunkport. The quaint protected harbor included many boutique shops soon to be busy with tourists darting in and out.
The Kennebunkport area, called the Kennebunks, includes a pristine beach with inviting bed and breakfasts, [...]

Want to visit a historic New England harbor without the large crowds of tourists?

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

Boothbay Harbor, Maine is by far one of the best places to visit if you want to experience a historic tourist destination without the large crowds. Winding roads and numerous switchbacks lead in and around Boothbay Harbor making the drive toward this small fishing village a slower ride.
The drive prepares you for the [...]

The Glourious Colors of Autumn: Fall In Maine

Sunday, September 13th, 2009

Lush green trees are the canvas upon which the colors of autumn are painted during one of the most beautiful seasons in Maine. Fall in the northeast is spectacular and one of the best places to enjoy the brilliant colors is Maine.
While planning my visit to Maine this Autumn, I discovered some great resources [...]

Lunch, Lobster, and Lighthouses: Two Lights State Park, Cape Elizabeth, Maine.

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

We stood atop a ledge overlooking the rocks as they where sprayed with frothy white foam created by waves crashing into the sturdy granite. Turning our heads towards land afforded us a spectacular view of a tall white lighthouse. We where excited to be here to enjoy a lobster roll and enjoy the two lights [...]

The Most photographed lighthouse in North America: Portland Head Light, Cape Elizabeth, Maine

Friday, September 12th, 2008

Carefully walking atop a cliff overlooking the oceanfront, I followed my friend towards the ocean. Ascending shallow inclines and rounding rocky bends we walked precariously close to the the edge of the large cliff. My friend from Maine said to me, “wait till you see this”, as we rounded another bend it came into [...]

Beacons of Hope and Safe Harbor: Lighthouses of Maine

Thursday, September 11th, 2008

The low thumping sound of the water lapping against the side of our sailboat as we slid slowly through the calm waters caused my drowsiness as well as calmed my nerves on this important day. Eyes straining from rays of sunlight reflecting off the ocean made the approaching harbor difficult to make out, but [...]

Coastal Maine

Sunday, September 7th, 2008

While exploring the coast of Maine, I discovered why they call this vacation land. Numerous fishing villages tucked into small harbors, lighthouses perched on rocky cliffs, and dozens of towns full of upscale shops make this a great place for the whole family to visit. I am exploring the coastal towns of Maine [...]

Bangor, Maine

Monday, August 18th, 2008

Rolling hills blanketed by lush green trees surround the town of Bangor, Maine creating a serene backdrop to this historic and relaxing city. One of my coworkers from Texas said she normally thought of the northeast in terms of thriving cities, crowded streets, and hurried people. You will find just the opposite in [...]