So, you’re “from away” and want to come “upta Maine”? Welcome to our blog. We are fortunate to call Maine home. You are lucky enough to visit. Our goal is to share our experiences to help you plan your trip so that you can make the most of your time here.
There are many ways to plan a trip, but we feel that information gathered from local insiders is most valuable. Why? Well for starters, you are certainly going to avoid the tourist traps. Not only that, you may even avoid the crowds. Sure, there are touristy places that are a must see for many different reasons, but the bottom line is a little planning will go a long way.
This means you need to get out your pen, paper, calendar, and map. I know that sounds old fashioned in this paperless world, but it is so much easier than you think. It is OK that you know nothing about Maine. That is why we are here. To simplify this whole planning process so you can get started and get out on the road.
First and foremost, before you “get in the cah” get yourself the map that no true Mainer can live without, the Maine Atlas & Gazetteer. People in Maine are known to have multiple copies, one for every car and even one for the house. Again, this may sound terribly old fashioned in the age of GPS, but trust us, buy it early. It’s a large format book that gives you a true perspective of our state including topography, waterways, trails, and logging roads. It’s over 90 pages and costs around $25.00 Buy it here and start dreaming:
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Next, you need to decide what you want to do. What is the goal of your trip and when will you come? Don’t even think about creating your itinerary until you have this figured out. Want to avoid the crowds? Don’t come in July and August. Want to take a dip in the ocean? Come in July and August. Want to fill up on lobster? Most Lobster shacks are open by June. Want to do a restaurant and brewery tour of Portland? Us too. We try out new places all year round. Want to avoid the black flies? Stay away Mid-May to Mid-June or bring lots bug repellant!
Get your map, schedule that vacation time and start taking some notes. Please subscribe and check back here often as we post new content about:
- How to get here
- When to come
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- What to do
Our goal is to share our experiences to help you plan your trip so you can make the most of your time. Realize that you can get here from there!
