Explorer's Guide Maine

by Nancy English, Christina Tree

Overview

A traveler’s must-have companion for over 30 years—a complete guide to the best of Maine

Explorer’s Guide Maine is back for the 19th time, providing readers with everything they need to know for making their next trip to Maine the best one yet. This comprehensive, fully up- to- date edition guides travelers of all interests, whether they are looking to explore wildlife wonders or cultural hubs.

Featuring hot spots from the southern coast (like Ogunquit and Wells), Casco Bay (Freeport), the Midcoast and the islands (Boothbay Harbor region), and Down East (Acadia area) to the western mountains and lakes region (Bethel area), the Kennebec Valley (Augusta and mid- Maine) and the Maine highlands (Aroostook County)— Explorer’s Guide Maine offers suggestions for dining, lodging, outdoor activities, art and music events, museums, and must-see sights. Whether readers are looking to soak up the sun at Old Orchard Beach, traverse the Appalachian Trail, or observe Porter Bridge over the Ossippee River, Explorer’s Guide Maine proves there is something for everyone at any time of year in the beautiful Pine Tree State.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781682683095
Publisher:	Countryman Press, The
Publication date:	07/02/2019
Series:	Explorer's Complete
Edition description:	19th Edition
Pages:	592
Sales rank:	493,718
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 1.30(d)

About the Author

Nancy English's food and travel writing has appeared in several New England newspapers and magazines. She was the restaurant reviewer for the Maine Sunday Telegram for six years.

Christina Tree launched the Explorer’s Guide series more than 30 years ago. She is a regular contributor to Yankee Magazine and has been honored by the Maine Publicity Bureau and the New England Innkeepers Association. Tree travels thousands of miles every year doing research to revise her books. She lives in Cambridge, MA.

Table of Contents

Introduction 12

What's Where in Maine 16

Southern Coast 39

Kittery, South Berwick, and the Yorks 42

Ogunquit and Wells 62

The Kennebunks 75

Old Orchard Beach, Saco, and Biddeford 89

Casco Bay 99

Portland Area 100

Freeport 127

Midcost 135

Brunswick and the Harpswells 138

Bath Area 153

Wiscasset Area 169

Boothbay Harbor Region 176

Damariscotta/Newcastle/Waldoboro and Pemaquid Area 192

Monhegan Island 211

Penobscot Bay Region 219

Rockland/Thomaston Area 222

Vinalhaven and North Haven 241

Matinicus 249

Camden/Rockport Area 251

Islesboro 266

Belfast, Searsport, and Stockton Springs 267

East Penobscot Bay Region 278

Bucksport/Orland Area 278

Blue Hill Area 282

Deer Isle, Stonington, and Isle au Haut 293

Castine 305

Acadia Area 311

Acadia National Park 313

Mount Desert Island 313

Acadia National Park 314

Bar Harbor and Ellsworth 321

The Quiet Side of Mount Desert 336

Schoodic Area 347

Way Downeast 359

The Bold Coast 364

Around Passamaquoddy Bay 385

Eastport 385

Calais and the Downeast Lakes Region 393

Western Mountains and Lakes Region 401

Sebago and Long Lakes Region 405

Oxford Hills and Lewiston/Auburn 419

Bethel Area 430

Rangeley Lakes Region 443

Sugarloaf and the Carrabassett Valley 458

The Kennebec Valley 469

Augusta and Mid-Maine 470

The Upper Kennebec Valley and Moose River Valley 489

Northern Maine 501

Bangor Area 505

The North Maine Woods 515

Moosehead Lake Area 519

Katahdin Region 535

Aroostook County 547

Index 562

Editorial Reviews

Since its early-'80s inception, Maine: An Explorer's Guide has blossomed: The 13th edition is more than three times the size of the original. Its 600-plus pages contain more than 1,000 dining and lodging reviews; 34 regional and downtown maps; a calendar of annual Maine events and celebrations; and an easy-to-use "what's where" alphabetical subject guide for trip planning.

A narrative blend of hard fact, informed opinion, and pure style.

Maine Times

The most encyclopedic and useful guide to the state.

Travel and Leisure

Originally published in 1982 and now in its ninth edition, this work by Tree (coauthor of three other Explorer's Guides) and Roundy (a Maine native and a writer for the Maine Office of Tourism) has been expanded and updated to reflect Maine's broader entry into the tourism industry. Logically and geographically organized into seven regional sections, each with clear maps, the book richly lists what to see and do; where to shop, eat, and stay; and annual special events. Phone numbers, readily identifiable addresses, hours of operation, approximate costs, and marvelously detailed explanations of selected facilities are included. The writing is accessible, and the information appears to be correct, current, and unbiased. Empty-nesters and active senior citizens in particular will find this book a boon for information on leisurely getaways and explorations. Some knowledge of Maine's geography would be helpful in deciding where, when, and what to see and do. Overall, this is a good buy for public libraries with patron interest in this topic. (Photos and many maps not seen.)--Scott R. Johnson, Whittemore Park Middle Sch., Conway, SC Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information.

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