2014 Visitor's Guide

CONTENTS FEATURES 12 ATLANTIC EXPLORATION Explore the beauty and history of Eagle Island 25 SHORE PLEASURES The lovely beaches of Greater Portland 28 LIVING TESTIMONY Portland’s past is easily accessible today 31 NATURE & WILDLIFE Enjoy parks, preserves and their native inhabitants 61 LOCAL CULTURE Shop Portland’s independent businesses 65 FOODIE ALERT Experience the flavor of Maine’s culinary scene 66 DID YOU SEE THAT? Greater Portland sites you won’t want to miss VACAT ION PLANNING 04 Area Introduction 09 Visitor Facts 10 Towns of Greater Portland 19 Activities & Attractions 34 Events 37 Transportation 41 State Map 42 Regional Maps 49 Dining 57 Shopping 69 Services & Relocation 73 Accommodations 85 Exploring 88 Index of Businesses ON THE COVER Cynthia Farr-Weinfeld’s evocative photo entitled “Harbor Skies” epitomizes the spirit of Greater Portland’s Casco Bay Region: Authentic - By Nature • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

PRESIDENT: Lynn Tillotson EDITOR: Amy Tolk PRODUCTION: bCreative

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