2013 Visitor's Guide

FACTS POPULATION: With a population of 230,000, the Greater Portland area is home to almost one quarter of Maine’s total population. The population of the city of Portland is 64,000. CLIMATE: The sea tempers Maine’s climate, making for mild winters and cool summer breezes. Average temperatures range from comfortable 60’s-80’s during the summer months to 20’s-40’s in the winter. For detailed weather history and forecasts when planning your trip, visit a National Weather Service site. WARDROBE: During the summer, lightweight clothes are advisable. But don’t forget your favorite sweater for evenings and for cool ocean breezes. In autumn a heavy sweater is usually sufficient. For winter months pack a parka and boots to keep warm. Dress is usually casual throughout the city. PARKING: Mon-Sat 9 am - 6 pm, $1.00 per hour at most meters. Prices at parking lots and garages vary from $5 - $15 per day. Portland Winter Parking Info: 207-879-0300 AREA CODE: The area code for the entire state of Maine is (207). PETS: Many hotels warmly welcome your vacationing pets; refer to grids on pages 67 - 74 for pet friendly accommodations. SMOKING POLICY: Maine’s smoke-free laws ensure that all indoor settings, open to the public, are smoke-free including restaurants, bars, movie theaters and malls. Common areas in our state parks and historic sites such as beaches, playgrounds, picnic shelters and restrooms are also smoke-free. ALCOHOL POLICY: Maine has a very tough alcohol policy. Persons must be 21 years old to buy or consume liquor. Identification is often requested. Hours of legal service are 6 am to 1 am. OUI laws are strictly enforced.

MAINE VACATION PACKAGES ONLINE: Save time and money, check out Maine vacation getaway packages online at: visitportland.com. STATE VISITOR INFORMATION: 888-624-6345 SEE US ON FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/visitportlandmaine Additional Travel & Tourism references listed on pg. 62. INFO CENTERS Regional Visitor Information Centers. Call or visit our website for directions and hours of operation: visitportland.com OCEAN GATEWAY: 14 Ocean Gateway Pier, Portland 207-772-5800 (visitors) 207-772-4994 (business office) PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL JETPORT: 1001 Westbrook St, Portland 207-775-5809 OLD PORT KIOSK: Commercial Street, Portland, near Widgery Wharf • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

CONVENTION + VISITORS BUREAU / 09