2016 Visitor's Guide

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EXPLOR ING Maine is a vast state with an abundance of natural, cultural, and recreational pursuits; from the inlets and harbors of the south, to the winding, wooded trails of the north — Vacationland awaits.

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Breathtaking coastal scenery and long stretches of sandy beach characterize the picturesque villages of the South Coast region. Old Orchard Beach offers fun for the whole family, with a tradi- tional boardwalk and amusement park. Dine at award-winning restaurants in Ogunquit and take in a Broadway mu- sical at the Ogunquit Playhouse, whose 2016 season extends into December. Shop at the Kittery Premium Outlets, antique shops, and local boutiques. Visit the Brick Store and the Seashore Trolley Museums in Kennebunk. Farther up the coast, you’ll discover delightful villages, glacier-carved peninsulas, and the grand panoramas of our Mid-Coast and Downeast re- gions. Take in a summer show at the

renowned Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick, view the vintage col- lection at Owls Head Transportation Museum, and take a ride back in time at Boothbay Railway Village and the Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum in Alna. Explore the charming coastal towns of Boothbay Harbor and Camden where lobster boats, sightseeing tours, and quaint shops abound. Experience Maine’s natural beauty on the meandering paths of Coastal Maine Botanical Gar- dens and delve into Maine art at the Farnsworth Art Museum and Wyeth Center in Rockport. Take in stunning views from atop Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park and celebrate the Park Service's centennial this summer. Create a Two-Nation Vacation with a

trip to Nova Scotia, Canada aboard the The Cat ferry departing from Portland mid-June through September. From the colorful wild flowers of spring to the stunning white snowscapes of winter, Western Maine is a region of great scenic beauty and outstand- ing recreational pursuits, from fish- ing and whitewater rafting to skiing and snowmobiling. For history, visit Poland Spring Preservation Park and Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, the only remaining Shaker community in the country. And don’t miss autumn’s colorful show as you explore the other Gems of Route 26 and experience the closest casino to Portland, exciting Oxford Casino, in the nearby Lakes & Mountains Region.

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