Annual Report FY26

TRAVEL JOURNALISTS

GREATER PORTLAND IN USA TODAY Coverage by Dontaira Terrell

EXPLORING HISTORY & CULTURE Coverage by Kemi Ibeh

Journalist, editor, and on-air personality Dontaira Terrell brought Greater Portland to a national audience through her 2026 USA Today feature, highlighting the region’s coastal beauty, culinary scene, arts, culture, and authentic sense of place. Drawing on her experience with Black Enterprise, HuffPost, VH1, MTV, and Shondaland, Terrell showcased the people, businesses,

NYC-based travel writer Kemi Ibeh specializes in destination storytelling that explores history, culture, and community connections. Through her work with Thrillist, Fodor’s, and Matador Network, she helps readers discover places through authentic local narratives and meaningful experiences. During her June 2026 visit to Greater Portland, Ibeh explored some of the region’s most compelling cultural and historical attractions, including the Pathways to Freedom exhibit at Maine Historical Society, Victoria Mansion, and Casco Bay’s iconic Mailboat Run. Her itinerary highlighted the stories, heritage, and sense of place that continue to shape Greater Portland’s identity and visitor experience.

and experiences that make Portland unique. Her coverage helped introduce new and diverse audiences to Maine’s premier coastal destination.

DONTAIRA TERRELL Editor, Writer & On-Air Talent | Black Enterprise, HuffPost, VH1, MTV, Shondaland

KEMI IBEH Travel Writer | Thrillist, Fodor’s, Matador Network

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