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Instead of the Coast, This Central Maine Town Is Where You Should Take Your Next Trip

Looking for a different Maine escape? Visit Monmouth for its sparkling lakes, charming downtown, rich history, and relaxing small-town atmosphere.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Jul 1
A kayak and canoe float on a calm lake at sunset near Monmouth, Maine.
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3 Reasons Why Maine Is the Best Place To Retire

by Charlie Boyle
on Feb 24
A calm cove curves into a small town surrounded by a forest awash in brilliant fall colors.
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People Live Their Whole Lives in Maine and Somehow Miss These 5 Places

by Charlie Boyle
on Jan 4
A quaint New England sea community with a small dock, calm ocean, and well maintained greenery.
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5 Exciting Places in Maine Everyone Will Be Talking About This Year

by Katie Lawrence
on Dec 30
Aerial view of Bar Harbor, Maine, showing the waterfront harbor, marina, and colorful downtown buildings surrounded by fall foliage and mountains near Acadia National Park.
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The One Thing to Do in Maine Before the End of the Year

by Nicole Bocianski Harris
on Nov 27
Sunrise in Acadia National Park over Cadillac Mountain

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5 Maine Tourist Spots I Tried to Hate (But Ended Up Loving)

Maine is one of the most unique states in the US, so it's no surprise that the must-see attractions in Maine are one-of-a-kind as well.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Nov 4
A wooden roller coaster departing from a station inside a castle.
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Maine’s Most Famous Urban Legend: A Haunting Tale for Curious Travelers

Have you heard the tale of the ghost of Maine's Wood Island Lighthouse? Beware! This urban legend is not for the faint of heart.

by Kim Falchek
on Sep 30
An aerial view of the Wood Island lighthouse near Biddeford Pool, Maine.
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Escape to The Charming College Town of Orono, Maine, This Fall

Let's discover why the college town of Orono, Maine, should be your next fall getaway destination.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Sep 2
exterior of the University of Maine's Memorial Union hall, a moderm brick building, surrounded by fall foliage in orono, maine
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5 Places in Maine I Wouldn’t Take My Worst Enemy

Crowded and overhyped tourist traps are common in Maine, and these five destinations may not be worth the visit.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Aug 29
A busy street lined with shops, vehicles, and people on a summer day in Bar Harbor, Maine.
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Here Are The 8 Best Fourth Of July Fireworks In Maine

by Will Suphan
on Jun 24
Colorful fireworks illuminate the night sky over a coastal town, reflecting on the water and highlighting the shoreline.