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MEET IN MAINE

Once you hold a meeting in Maine, you’ll see why the state’s renown as a vacation destination is becoming matched by its reputation as a first-class meetings destination. Stunning natural beauty, rich culture and entertainment, exciting outdoor adventures, exceptional shopping, and extraordinary service all come together to create a magical place for your delegates to gather. And gather they will—the mystique of the country’s most northeastern state is in part responsible for the large attendance of meetings held in Maine. The quality of service you’ll experience here will ensure your event is one of the most successful ever.

BY THE NUMBERS Combined Total Meeting Space 155,000 Sq. Ft. Downtown Portland Hotel Rooms 6,100 in Greater Portland One-Stop Connections 2,100 Cities Nonstop Flights 100 Daily

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Great Destination

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING

“Restaurant City of the Year” —Bon Appétit “Best Small City to Spend a Weekend” —thrillist.com “Most Instagrammed City” —NatGeo “Top Foodie City” —People

CONTENTS

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Our Free Services Area Introduction Annual Events Transportation Maine State Map

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22-23 Downtown

Portland Map

24 Planner FAQs 26-35 Vendor Directory CAPACITIES & AMENITIES CHARTS 35-41 Facilities & Restaurants 41 Exhibit Halls & Auditoriums 42 Outdoor Retreats with Lodging 42-45 Accommodations 45-56 Featured Properties 57 Index of Businesses

VISIT PORTLAND 1375 Congress Street, Portland, Maine 04102 (207) 772-4994 | (207) 874-9043 fax sales@visitportland.com , visitportland.com Group Marketing contact (207) 772-4994 ext. 227 or sales@visitportland.com

Online RFP available at visitportland.com/meetings

President & CEO Lynn Tillotson / ext. 233 | ltillotson@visitportland.com Editor + Ar t Director Amy Tolk / ext. 236 | atolk@visitportland.com Design Director Robert Witkowski / ext. 231 | robert@visitportland.com

ON THE COVER: Maine Lobster Bake by Wayne Cotterly/Cotterly Photography

PHOTOS THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Cynthia Farr-Weinfeld/CFW Photography; Benjamin Williamson; Jennifer Kearns

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COUNT ON US

Visit Portland’s Group Marketing team has the expertise and connections to help you plan one of the most pleasurable events or meetings you’ll ever hold. We’re the only point of contact you’ll need, from site inspections through attendance building. Gather in Maine Our goal is to provide you with the assistance you need to make your meeting in Maine well attended, successful, and enjoyable. And our services are completely free of charge for planners; check out how we can help! • Letters of Invitation • Overnight Accommodations & Function Space Availability • Bid Proposals & Assistance with Presentations • Site Inspections & Area Tours • Logistical Assistance (such as obtaining city or state permits) • Publicity/Promotional Materials • Referrals to Convention Service Vendors • Itinerary & Program Ideas • Destination/Attendance Building Brochures • Images, Video, PR distribution for events open to the public • Delegate Gift Ideas • Visitor’s Guides and Maps for Attendees Whatever your preference or budget, we can help you find the perfect facility in which to hold your meeting, convention, or event. Choose from sophisticated urban settings, elegant coastal resorts, rustic lakeside cabins, and charming bed and breakfasts. The listings and ads, starting on page 34, highlight the amenities of our accommodations and function facilities. Our Group Marketing staff can provide more information to help you choose an event location. Small or large, your group will enjoy traditional New England hospitality, with extra­ ordinary attention to your meeting’s details. AT THE PRE-BOOKING STAGE AT THE POST -BOOKING STAGE

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Thank you so much for your help with our visit to Portland. We had such a fantastic time in your city and valued the recommendations SMALL TOWN TAKEOVER Looking for a convention center in New England? While you won’t find one in Portland, Maine, do talk to our staff and learn how we accommodate groups of more than 500 by utilizing our Cross Insurance Arena and larger conference hotels, all within walking distance of each other, in the beautiful arts district. Portland’s compact downtown and closely interwoven neighborhoods ensure you are always near the action or your next meeting. Groups have the convenience of large, flexible space within many distinctive offsite venue options to get your attendees out exploring the city and experiencing all that is unique to Southern Maine. Be a big fish in a small pond by bringing your convention to Portland! Small town, large hospitality. you provided.” —Ginny Talley, Kyle Petty Charity Ride, Inc. Familiarization Tour? Check out visitportland.com/meetings/ plan-your-event/fam-tours to see the upcoming opportunities. We’d love to show you around! KEEP CURRENT Sign up on meetinmaine.com to have our bi-monthly e-newsletter delivered to your inbox. SEEING IS BELIEVING Interested in joining us on a

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PHOTOS, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Visit Portland/Chris Riccardo; Focus Photography; Ricetta’s

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GO FOR THE GOLD

From the mountains to the sea, Maine sports venues have played host to youth, amateur, national, international, and professional-level sports. In 2018, Maine again hosted the Casco Bay Islands SwimRun. Hundreds of athletes from around the country, tethered to one another, competed by running over island terrain, then swimming to the next island, and running again. The event, requiring extreme endurance, is becoming an annual classic on the shores of Casco Bay. Play in Maine Maine and sports—it’s a natural fit. With its diversity of terrain and changing climate, Maine is fortunate to have an array of distinct, unique four-season sports activities. Maine has the space to hold large competitions and the services to ensure they run smoothly. From marathons & triathlons, to cycling, golf, and much more, the state’s natural resources allow for the widest range of sporting events. This year, Sugarloaf USA hosts the first-ever US Ski & Snow- board US Alpine Speed Championships. The best in the sport will compete in downhill, Super-G, and alpine-combined events. In October, Pineland Farms will again be the picturesque setting for the New England Nordic Ski Association’s rollerski race competition, which in 2018 was an inaugural event and the world’s first rollerski competition of its kind. WE’LL CHEER YOU ON Greater Portland is geared up for the excitement of organized sports and our convention team is eager to help you navigate the logistics of hosting a major league event in Maine. In partnership with the Maine Sports Commission, we have the resources to help promote and make sure your sporting event is a slam dunk. “Bringing a baseball event to Old Orchard Beach, Portland and the southern Maine area has been a no-brainer for us. Our event continues to grow with the generous support provided by Visit Portland and the Maine Sports Commission and we look forward to being here for the next 25+ years” —Mark Cooke Firecracker Baseball Showcase Tournaments

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SMALL SAMPLING OF UPCOMING SPORTING EVENTS IN MAINE

4th Annual Rangeley Fat Bike Loppat Jan 27, Rangeley US National Toboggan Championships Feb 8-10, Camden US Ski & Snowboard Alpine Speed Championships Mar 16-21, Carrabassett Valley World Pro Ski Tour Mar 29-30, Newry PBA Playoffs Playoffs, Apr 8-10 Final Four + Championship, Jun 1-2 Bayside Bowl, Portland Pineland Trails Festival May 25-26, New Gloucester Trek Across Maine Jun 14-16, Brunswick, Lewiston, Waterville All American Lighthouse Classic Baseball Tournament

Jun 21- 24, Old Orchard Beach Tough Mountain Challenge Jul 27, Newry TD Beach to Beacon 10k Aug 3, Cape Elizabeth Paddle Battle Aug 4, Kennebunkport Ironman 70.3 Maine Aug 25, Old Orchard Beach B.A.S.S. Nation Regional Sep 11-14, Casco The Dempsey Challenge Sep 28-29, Lewiston Farm to Fork Fondo August, New Gloucester Casco Bay Islands SwimRun Aug 11, 2019, Casco Bay

Lobsterman Triathlon Sep 7, South Freeport North American Wife Carrying Championship Oct 5, Newry The Maine Marathon Oct 6, Portland Maine Ultimate Lobster Pot Tournament Oct 19-20, South Portland Rollerski Cross Country Agility Sprint Festival

Oct, New Gloucester SANTA Hustle 5K Dec, South Portland

PHOTO: Westbrook Major League Triathlon by Scott Linscott

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TAKE THE PLUNGE

Your guests will fall in love with Maine even as they’re celebrating your marriage. With breathtaking scenic views and an inherent allure, Maine is the perfect wedding backdrop in which to make memories to treasure for a lifetime. Marry in Maine. Thinking about a forest fairyland or island idyll? From barns to farms, lakeside resorts to mountaintop retreats, urban chic to coastal elegance, a Maine location can enhance your wedding with its stunning natural beauty. Maine is a wonderful wedding destination that will excite your guests, and one that they can easily incorporate into a longer vacation. Your wedding is one of the most special days of your life and we want it to be perfect! Our seasoned staff provides personal assistance throughout the planning process and is your one- stop connection to all the services you’ll need to create your magical wedding. If you want someone to take care of all the details for you, consider engaging one of the area’s excellent event planners; we can point you in the right direction there too.

LET US HELP YOU WITH

• Wedding Venue • Guest Accommodations • Rehearsal Dinner • Tent & Other Rentals • Photographers • Caterers

• Entertainment • Florists

• Transportation • Hiring a Maine Wedding Consultant • Bachelor/Bachelorette Party • Honeymoon/Mini-moon

• Visitor Literature • Wedding Favors • Printers

Our out of town guests absolutely loved the city, and people cannot stop talking about how much fun they had over our wedding weekend! I even have one couple that is adamant about retiring in Portland.” —Caitlin Murphy, Baltimore, MD “

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MAKE IT SPECIAL MAKE IT MAINE

Even if you don’t hold your wedding in Maine, consider joining us for a rousing bachelor or bachelorette party or a romantic mini-moon. Maine is so close for many yet a world away from the ordinary. Create lasting memories of your pre- or post-wedding event by having it in Maine. Email us at weddings@visitportland.com or visit us online marryinmaine.com CLIMATE The sea influences Maine’s climate, making for temperate winters and cool summer breezes. Temperatures range from comfortable 60’s–80’s (with low humidity) during the summer months to 20’s–40’s during the winter. MONTHS HIGHS LOWS January 34° 17° February 35° 17° March 42° 25° April 54° 35° May 64° 44° June 75° 55° July 79° 59° August 79° 59° September 70° 50° October 61° 39° November 50° 32° December 38° 22° AVERAGE TEMPERATURES

FOLLOW US @MARRYINMAINE

PHOTOS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Melissa Mullen Photography; emilie inc.; Focus Photography; Kim Chapman Photography; Melissa Mullen Photography

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EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS

Our Region Within a 15-mile radius of Maine’s largest metropolitan hub, you’ll find a variety of landscapes and towns to explore. Both surrounding and within Portland, parks and preserves allow access to the tranquil natural beauty Maine is renowned for. Your attendees can enjoy a stroll on a sandy beach or a team-building canoe trip through a salt marsh in Scarborough. Westbrook’s Performing Arts Center is a state-of-the-art venue, minutes from downtown Portland in a burgeoning arts and tech riverfront town. Grab an authentic lobster roll and photograph renowned Portland Head Light while watching surf crash upon Cape Elizabeth’s rocky coast. The state’s largest retail center is located in South Portland, near the airport and several hotel and conference centers. Freeport entices travelers to find fabulous outlet bargains, but your group can also experience active adventures with L.L.Bean’s Outdoor Discovery School. Portland is perched on a peninsula, jutting out into island- studded Casco Bay. In Portland, older architecture blends gracefully with the new as you stroll along the working water- front or the cobblestone streets of the Old Port section of town. Portland is easy to navigate by foot, taxi or bus. Small parks and squares dot the landscape, offering comfortable respite for urban explorers. Intriguing shops and cozy coffee and tea houses beckon to passersby. Harbor cruises, historic buildings, and galleries nestle along the waterfront. On a stroll through the Old Port, one of the country’s more successful warehouse revitalization efforts, you’ll hear the squall of gulls and the low moan of bell buoys as you watch fishermen unloading their daily catch. Portland’s waterfront is still very much a working port, an integral part of the local economy. Underlying the latest tech, fashion, and culinary scene is a natural authenticity and a deep sense of continuity. With sophisticated style and artistic sensibilities, Greater Portland is never-the-less unpretentious and welcoming. WELCOME TO GREATER PORTLAND BOTH REFINED AND RELAXED

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Art Museums & Galleries • Professional Dance, Theatre, Symphony & Opera • Local & National Musicians

• Summer Music Theatre • Entertainers, Performers, Downeast Humorists

ATTRACTIONS & AMUSEMENTS • Brewery & Distillery Tours • Lighthouse Photography Tours • Baseball, Basketball, & Hockey Teams • Parks & Wildlife Viewing • Group Art Experiences • Sightseeing Tours / Land & Sea • Maine Indoor Karting • Salt Pump Climbing • Casino Gaming • Scenic Railroad Tours • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens • Bowling & Laser Tag • Cryptozoology Museum • Portland Observatory • The Escape Room • Float Harder DINING • Lobster, Seafood & Clambakes • “Taste of Maine” Receptions • Local Microbreweries/Distilleries • Culinary Tours • Wine Education & Pairings • Chef Classes

SHOPPER’S DELIGHT

• Old Port Boutiques • Maine Made Gifts • Arts District Galleries & Shops • Freeport & Kittery Outlets • L.L.Bean • The Maine Mall

PHOTO: Cynthia Farr-Weinfeld

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GO TO TOWN

Don’t be fooled by Portland’s small-town flavor—you’ll find a diversity and sophistication of cultural, historic, and entertainment offerings typically encountered in much larger metro regions. Be sure to leave some free time on the itinerary for your attendees to experience and explore our sights and attractions. Have fun in Maine. Portland, the cultural hub of northern New England, is home to professional theater and dance troupes, a fabulous art museum, and its own opera company and symphony orchestra. Historic homes and maritime museums honor the past’s legacy and bestow an appreciation for how a long and fruitful association with the sea continues to shape the region today. Professional sports teams offer groups a great option while here for work or play. The Maine Mariners play their inaugural hockey season at Cross Insurance Arena where the Maine Mammoths recently made their debut introducing national arena football to the state. The Portland Sea Dogs, a Boston Red Sox affiliate, and the Maine Red Claws, a Boston Celtics affiliate, offer a family-friendly atmosphere. The region’s culinary scene is also bustling. Maine lobster continues to have a devoted following, and a lobster and clambake with all the fixings can add that extra excitement that your delegates will long be talking about. In addition to the freshest of seafood, a smorgasbord of culinary tastes is on offer in a wide variety of casual to elegant venues. Greater Portland’s microbrew movement is also thriving; locally brewed beer is served at most restaurants and pubs, and tour companies will drive you to sample drinks from Maine’s local breweries and distilleries. Hosting nearly 400 Arctic officials from over 20 countries around the world in Portland was a huge success. Guests explored Portland, shopped and enjoyed the restaurant scene, and are still raving about their experiences here.” — Dana Eidsness, Maine Arctic Council Host Committee “

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HISTORICAL SITES • Transportation Museums • Museum Homes • Center for Maine History • Architectural Walking Tours • Fort Gorges • Maine Irish Heritage Center • Museum at Portland Head Light • Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village • Portland Observatory • Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse

ON & AROUND THE SEA • Harbor Cruises

• Lobster & Clambakes • Kayaking & Canoeing • Sunset Sailboat Charters

• Lighthouse Museums • Windjammer Cruises • Fishing (Deep Sea & Fresh Water) • Lobstering Tours • Whale & Puffin Watching • Land & Sea Tours OUTDOOR ADVENTURES • Sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking • Whitewater Rafting • Golf • Moose Watching • Nature Walks • Ice Skating & Sleigh Rides • Snowshoeing • Skiing (Downhill & X-Country) • Bicycle Touring & Trail Riding • Challenge Course & Zip Line • Horseback Riding • L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools

PHOTOS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: John Bald; Jennifer Kearns; courtesy Rising Tide Brewery/Whitney J. Fox; courtesy Azure Cafe/Tim Greenway; courtesy Garmin (DeLorme)

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SAI L INTO ADVENTURE

Looking for a way to reward your valuable employees or host a memorable team building experience? With miles of breath- taking coastal scenery, gorgeous inland vistas, and attentive hospitality staff, Maine is an ideal incentive destination. Adventure in Maine The Western Lakes and Mountains region offers superb Alpine skiing, snowmobiling and rafting, while most other outdoor activities are easily accessible in Greater Portland. You can canoe through the state’s largest salt marsh in Scarborough or take in a panoramic view of brilliant foliage on a fall hike up Bradbury Mountain in Pownal. Maine Audubon sanctuaries in Portland, Falmouth and Freeport are the ideal place for bird watchers to roam, while golfers will find excellent links, both inland and oceanside. Biking and kayaking with experienced guides are two of the most popular outdoor activities that can be done as a group. Or you can don rubber gloves and haul traps with a Maine lobsterman. Elegant schooners will sail your party down the bay for a close-up view of forts and lighthouses. Try ice-fishing or whale-watching, or let L.L.Bean’s Outdoor Discovery Schools introduce you to archery, paddle-boarding, fly-fishing, or a host of other exciting activities. Since Maine is one of the nation’s great outdoor playgrounds, you may want to combine your business meeting or convention with an exhilarating recreational outing. Or let your delegates discover their own adventure; just knowing what’s available to them is likely to make them more eager to attend your event. “ Our weeklong stay in Portland was wonderful! My group found the Old Port accessible for those using walkers and wheel chairs. We were in the Old Port mid morning to early afternoon and a cruise ship was in town, which made our experience even more memorable. Thank you for your help in planning the reunion.” —Nancy Colson, 474th Signal Aviation Construction Company MIX IT UP

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FESTIVALS & ANNUAL EVENTS 2019 FEBRUARY 15-17 / Flavors of Freeport

Enjoy samples from some of Maine’s best chefs and local brews and beverages at

the Ice Bar. MARCH

1-10 / Maine Restaurant Week Specially-priced three-course meals celebrate Maine’s culinary scene from the South Coast to Maine’s Mid Coast. 22-24 / Maine Boatbuilder’s Show Portland’s gathering of the finest craftsmen & boatbuilders on the East Coast. 28-31 / The Maine Flower Show in Portland Displays by Maine’s best garden and landscape companies. JUNE 9 / Old Port Festival in Portland Crafts & food booths, kids’ activities, music & live entertainment. 19-22 / Maine Festival of American Music in New Gloucester Music by the Shakers & American composers at Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village. 23-29 / Windjammer Days in Boothbay Harbor Fully rigged windjammers sail into the harbor. Concerts, antique boat parade, & fireworks. 27-29 / Greek Heritage Festival in Portland Greek foods, arts and crafts, and live entertainment. JULY TBD / Bar Harbor Music Festival Celebrating outstanding up and coming talent from jazz to new composers to a string orchestra at various venues. 19-21 / Yarmouth Clam Festival Celebration includes a parade, races, games, entertainment & all the clams you can eat. July 31-Aug 4 / Maine Lobster Festival in Rockland New England’s fun festival where lobster is king. AUGUST 8-17 / Portland Chamber Music Festival in Portland Evening performances by outstanding young musicians.

PHOTO: Maine Sailing Adventures

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EMBRACE EACH SEASON

New England is fortunate to have four seasons that each brings its own distinct pleasures: crisp autumn days, winter’s frosty elegance, the new growth and brilliant floral hues of spring, and summer’s salty sea breezes. Year-round in Maine. Your delegates will want to take advantage of the seasonal flavors on tap when they’re here. Curling up by a winter’s fire, rafting during a spring high-water release, picking apples, sailing on the bay—there’s always something special to do to make the most of the time you’ve chosen to meet in Maine. Maine is a safe and comfortable destination where delegates often combine a family vacation with business travel. Throughout the summer, the skies fill with the sounds of outdoor concerts. Annual festivals celebrate everything from the bounty of autumn’s harvest to the delights of winter. When you hold your next meeting in Maine, you may run out of time, but never things to do! Meeting in Maine during the peak season can be a challenge for budget-conscious groups, but you can still have a budget-friendly meeting in the summer by choosing the right venue. Head to the mountains where ski resorts welcome groups at off-season rates and state parks are nearby. Or take over a college campus! When school’s out, you can enjoy the robust meeting and leisure space of several colleges near the ocean. Book a multi-functional arena or theatre for your peak season space and shout “Bravo” at the savings. Winter and spring are the value seasons in Greater Portland; your budget will stretch further during these months. Not only are room rates less but the region is filled with fine dining, sports, and an abundance of arts and entertainment. You’ll enjoy performances of professional theater, dance, the Portland Symphony, and headliner concerts, all of whose primary programming correspond with Portland’s value dates. A VALUE PROPOSITION

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FESTIVALS & ANNUAL EVENTS 2019 (Continued from page 13) AUGUST 9-11 / Italian Street Festival in Portland Ethnic celebration featuring band music, children’s games & Italian food. 10 / Art in The Park in South Portland Paintings & prints by artists from the entire Eastern Seaboard. 23-25 / American Folk Festival in Bangor Music, song & dance from across the country & the world, held on the Bangor waterfront. SEPTEMBER 22-28 / Cumberland Fair Large agricultural fair with crafts. OCTOBER 4-6 / Freeport Fall Festival Over 100 artists will exhibit at this annual event. TBD / Harvest on the Harbor in Portland Food & Wine Festival celebrating Maine’s culinary arts. NOVEMBER Nov 29-Dec 22 / Light Up Your Holidays in Portland Downtown is alive & merry with joy-filled celebration on its streets. Nov 29-Dec 24 / Polar Express in Portland Ride the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad to the North Pole. DECEMBER 5 / Merry Madness in Portland Come downtown for a night of shopping and merriment with your friends. 5-15 / Christmas Prelude in Kennebunkport Annual celebration with tree lighting, candlelight ceremony, caroling & crafts fairs. 6-8 / Sparkle Weekend in Freeport Parade, carol singing & horse-drawn carriage rides.

PHOTOS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Visit Portland File; CFW Photography; Chris Lawrence; Corey Templeton

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STRETCH YOUR STAY

Your delegates may want to extend their stay in Maine with a variety of pre- and post-conference trips. Our service team can suggest daytrips or weeklong outings; from the mountains to the sea, there’s so much to discover and so many reasons to turn a business trip into a real vacation. Popular Pre-/ Post-Conference Trips THEMED TRIPS There’s something for everyone in Maine! Art lovers can follow the Maine Art Museum Trail and immerse themselves in works of art from ancient to contemporary. If lighthouses set you aglow, you can seek out the more than 60 beacons that illuminate the craggy coast. Moose watching, whale watching, and other wildlife tours are also available in various regions throughout the state. SOUTH & MID-COASTAL MAINE Charming towns and villages dot the coast both south and north of Portland, boasting terrific art galleries, shops, and cruises. Enjoy forts and lighthouses, amusement parks and maritime museums, salt marshes and beaches. Kittery and Freeport are home to wonderful outlet shopping, and outdoor outfitter L.L.Bean in Freeport is a destination unto itself. DOWNEAST MAINE & THE CANADIAN PROVINCES Acadia, Maine’s only national park, is located less than four hours northeast of Portland, near the resort town of Bar Harbor. Hiking trails and carriage paths offer spectacular views. On your way, visit the quaint villages of Boothbay Harbor, Rockport and Camden, boasting art galleries, shops and windjammer cruises. The CAT Ferry makes the trip from Portland to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia in 5 1 / 2 hours, the perfect spot to begin exploring Canada’s ocean playground. MOUNTAINS & LAKES REGION Rustic cabins, camping, swimming, and boating in the clear waters of Maine’s lakes… if you love to be active outdoors, this is the region for you! Enjoy mountain biking, fishing, hunting, canoeing, whitewater rafting, cross-country or downhill skiing, and the wildlife of these unspoiled landscapes. The Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument invites discovery of northern Maine’s outdoor playground. Get a different kind of adrenalin rush as you try your luck at table games and slot machines at Oxford Casino, a mere 40 minutes from Portland.

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“I am still recover- ing from the great fun we all had on our reunion over 2 weeks ago. A great number of our classmates opted for post reunion exploration across Maine. Some went to Bar Harbor, Brunswick, and some even took the ferry to Halifax. All of us have fond memories of our Portland visit!” —Mike Cabelin, M.D. University of the Philippines Class of 1963 Reunion

STAY ONE MORE DAY Just off the coast of Portland, several Islands await your discovery. Hop a Casco Bay Lines ferry for an overnight stay on Peaks, Chebeague, or Great Diamond and enjoy the serenity of island life for a spell. As you relax in Adirondack chairs, you’ll find it hard to believe you’re only 30 minutes to an hour away from Maine’s largest city. GO CAR FREE It’s easy to explore Greater Portland with- out a car. Trolleys offer narrated tours, and boats are lined up along Commercial Street ready to take you out on the bay. You can get between the Portland Transportation Center (train and bus), the Portland Jetport, The Maine Mall, and up to Freeport on the METRO bus, and the Amtrak Downeaster gets you north to Freeport and Brunswick and south to Old Orchard Beach, Saco, and Wells without the hassle of driving and parking. Several tour companies will customize an itinerary for a half to several days and take you where you most want to go. So don’t hesitate to extend your visit if you arrive without a car—Maine awaits.

PHOTOS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Deb Collins; Visit Portland File; Alan LaValle; Visit Portland File

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NAVIGATE OUR SHORES Air access to Portland is excellent, averaging nearly 100 arrivals and departures daily from hub cities. Given its frequency of flights and convenient schedules, Portland offers attendees availability and service that cannot be matched by most destinations its size. Get to Maine. The Portland International Jetport is conveniently located just three miles from downtown Portland, and many hotels offer free shuttle service. Rental car, taxi, van and stretch limousine, and

livery services are also available at the Jetport. Other nearby airports offer limousine, bus and van services as well.

For motorists traveling from northeast cities, access by auto is a breeze; Portland is situated adjacent to Interstate 95, just two hours north of Boston and less than four hours from Hartford. Portland is also serviced by national and regional bus lines, offering numerous routes into the city. You can also ride the rails to Portland on the “Downeaster,” Amtrak’s passenger service between Boston and Brunswick. And ferry service between Portland and the Canadian Maritimes on the CAT offers an entertaining travel experience. Once here, you will find it a city easy to navigate. The METRO bus system offers convenient public bus service from outlying regions to downtown as well as express service to Yarmouth, Freeport, and Brunswick. Our service team can also hook you up with local motorcoach companies to provide a shuttle bus for your delegates and help you find parking for large city-wide conventions. COMPACT AND CONVENIENT.

SCHEDULES Air: portlandjetport.org Train: traintomaine.com Bus: concordcoachlines.com Ferry: cascobaylines.com

PHOTO: Corey Templeton

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COMMERCIAL AIRLINES SERVING PORTLAND • American Airlines

OTHER AIRPORTS

Miles to Portland Augusta....................................................... 60 miles Bangor.........................................................130 miles Bar Harbor...............................................160 miles Logan (Boston)........................................100 miles Manchester (NH)................................... 90 miles Pease (NH).................................................50 miles

• Delta Air Lines • Elite Airways • Frontier Airlines • JetBlue Airways • Southwest Airlines • United Airlines NONSTOP FLIGHT CITIES Atlanta

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The following resources offer information on leisure travel throughout all regions of Maine: Maine Office of Tourism (888) 624-6345 visitmaine.com Maine Tourism Association (207) 623-0363 mainetourism.com

MILES TO PORTLAND

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9 Fairfield Inn Maine Mall 10 Hilton Garden Inn / Airport 11 Hilton Garden Inn Downtown

21 Super 8 Motel

2 Cummings Rd, Scarborough

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208 Larrabee Rd, Westbrook

22 University of New England

145 Jetport Blvd 65 Commercial St

A5 F9 D5

716 Stevens Ave

23 Westin Portland Harborview 157 High St

12 Holiday Inn By the Bay

88 Spring St

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Meeting Planner FAQs Q:WHAT GROUP SIZE CAN YOU ACCOMMODATE? A: The largest meeting space in Greater Portland is just over 35,000 sq ft. There is a combined available square footage of 155,000 sq ft from conference venues in Portland’s downtown. Q:WHEN IS PEAK SEASON? A: June-October is considered peak season for Portland. For a more budget-friendly meeting, consider our region during the winter season. Our city is a vibrant meetings destination year-round! Q:DO I NEED A MEETING PLANNER? A: Our sales team can act as your local liaison while planning your event at no cost to you. From choosing the ideal venue to assisting with vendor referrals, our goal is to provide you with services to make your meeting a success. Q:CAN YOU HELP MARKET & BUILD ATTENDANCE? A Yes! We are happy to help market your event. We can post your meeting’s details to our Events Calendar and use our social media channels to help promote it. Additionally, we provide our printed marketing materials and high resolution destination images and promotional videos. Q:DO YOU HAVE GIFT BAGS WITH LOCAL PRODUCTS? A: Our team can provide your guests with our complimentary Visitor’s Guide publication. We are also happy to connect you with local makers that will work with you to craft Maine-made gifts for your swag bag. Q:WHERE DO WE GET THE BEST LOBSTER? A: Maine Lobster is the sweetest, most flavorful lobster you can eat—hand-caught by local fishermen committed to sustainable fishing for generations. Many restaurants offer a variety of lobster dishes but all are made with the freshest of Maine’s most sought-after delicacy. Q:WHERE CAN I HAVE A LOBSTER BAKE? A: There are several ways you can host your own lobster bake for your group. You can bring in a local caterer to one of our unique venues, dine at one of Portland’s mouth-watering restaurants, or even take a scenic cruise on Casco Bay as you crack into those lobsters.

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PORTLAND’S NEIGHBORHOODS

Arts District The cultural epicenter of Maine, Portland’s Arts District encompasses an art school, world-renowned art museum, numerous galleries, professional theatre, and live performance venues. East Bayside This former industrial area is now exploding with coffeeshops, breweries, distilleries, and other innovative businesses. East Bayside is definitely Portland’s new hot zone. Eastern Prom cannot be matched elsewhere in the city. Once a neglected neighborhood, the East End is on the rise and has become the hip area to live in Portland. The Observatory, situated among a bevy of restaurants and small shops, crowns Congress Street. Old Port/Waterfront Portland’s working waterfront is an attraction in and of itself. Renovated brick warehouses and tour boats line Commercial Street. Cruise ships dock daily in the fall. The Old Port is the heart of Portland’s shopping, dining, and nightlife scene. Parkside Taking its name from 55-acre Deering Oaks Park, this district is also home to the Portland Exposition Building, University of Southern Maine, the Portland Ice Arena, and Hadlock Stadium, home of the Portland Sea Dogs baseball team. Thompson’s Point Imaginative and dynamic, this newly developed waterfront district combines entertainment and conference facilities, an outdoor skating rink, quirky museums, a distillery, a brewery, a winery, and summer sunset events. West End Industrial age mansions and Victorian era architecture line the quiet streets of the city’s most elegant quarter. Enjoy a stroll along the Western Prom and dine in great restaurants favored by locals. East End The panoramic harbor views from the

PHOTOS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Corey Templeton; courtesy Cellardoor Winery; Visit Portland/Amy Tolk

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DIRECTORY LISTINGS

TRANSPORTATION Air & Train Travel................................................................................................... 27 Bus, Van, Limousine & Charter Companies........................................... 27 ACTIVITIES Adventure, Sports & Recreation..................................................................... 27 Arts, Culture & History ....................................................................................... 29 Cruises, Charters & Tours.................................................................................. 29 SERVICE VENDORS Audio Visual & Electrical Services............................................................... 30 Catering & Lobsterbakes.................................................................................... 30 Display & Exhibit Services / Rentals.......................................................... 32 Entertainment............................................................................................................ 32 Event, Meeting, Trade Show & Wedding Planners............................ 32 Florists............................................................................................................................ 32 Photographers & Videographers................................................................... 32 Printers / Publishers.............................................................................................. 32 Promotional Items & Gifts................................................................................. 33 Special Services........................................................................................................ 35 Receptive Tour Operators / Travel Services........................................ 35

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TRANSPORTATION AIR & TRAIN TRAVEL AMTRAK DOWNEASTER 100 Thompson’s Point Rd, Portland, ME 04102 (800) USA-RAIL / jennifer@nnepra.com amtrakdowneaster.com The Amtrak Downeaster is your car-free connection from Brunswick, Maine to Boston, Massachusetts and beyond. Make a Downeaster train ride a part of your next meeting or event. Group travel is fun, easy, and affordable. Save up to 50% with our group travel discount.

weddings, trade shows, conventions, airport service. Our 14 passenger van has individual coach style seats, a high ceiling, providing a very comfortable ride along with low rates and friendly service. MAINE LIMOUSINE SERVICE 184 Main St, Suite 1A, South Portland, ME 04106 (207) 883-0222 FAX: (207) 885-5415 info@mainelimo.com mainelimo.com Professional, knowledgeable, uniformed chauffeurs will escort you to any destination. Our fleet of immaculate, late model vehicles includes Sedans, SUV’s, Limousines, Shuttle Buses, Vans and a 1962 Bentley. Specializing in corporate and leisure travel, airport transfers, weddings, sightseeing, and all special occasions. Online reservations available. See ad pg. 19

ELC OUTDOORS PO Box 487, Berlin, NH 03570 (603) 215-0002 FAX: (603) 215-0003 adventure@enrichedlearning.net elcoutdoors.com

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Outdoor adventure company specializing in white water rafting, boat tours and wildlife boat tours in Maine and New Hampshire. We specialize in team building programs for corporate groups, graduation projects, youth leadership groups and families. We’d be happy to help develop a package that fits your groups need.

THE ESCAPE ROOM 492 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101 (207) 619-3775 info@escaperoomme.com escaperoomme.com

NORTHEAST AIR 1011 Westbrook St, Portland, ME 04102 (207) 774-6318 FAX: (877) 354-7881 info@northeastair.com northeastair.com

Perfect for team building or company outings. The Escape Room brings people together to reach a common goal; unlocking the door. In order to accomplish this, people need to work together. Book now and see if you have what it takes to escape in 60 minutes or less! L.L.BEAN OUTDOOR DISCOVERY SCHOOLS 15 Casco St, Freeport, ME 04033 (888) 270-2326 outdoor_discovery@llbean.com llbean.com/adventure Corporate team building, group trips, private lessons, kids’ birthday parties – our expert guides will help you create an experience that’s right for your group. From paddle boarding to fly casting to overnight trips, we offer a wide range of exciting outdoor programs – let us plan a fun event for you. MAINE INDOOR KARTING 23 Washington Ave, Scarborough, ME 04074 (207) 885-0058 FAX: (207) 885-0314 info@maineindoorkarting.com maineindoorkarting.com Look no further than Maine’s only premier indoor karting facility. We offer parties and group outings for most any size group. With speeds approaching 40MPH, we are known as the fastest team builder around. You are guaranteed to be adrenaline-filled and leave with memories to last a lifetime! MAINE MARINERS 1 Civic Center Square, Portland, ME 04101 (833) GO-MAINE mariners-sales@comcastspectacor.com marinersofmaine.com A professional ice hockey team based in Portland. The ECHL has grown into a coast-to-coast league with 27 teams. Ticket discount for groups of ten or more, preferred seating, group recognized during game, additional experience and dining options available. Call us for ticket plans, groups, and team info.

NORTHEAST CHARTER & TOUR CO. 235 Goddard Rd, Lewiston, ME 04240 (207) 784-3159 FAX: (207) 786-0579 sriccio@northeastchartertour.com northeastchartertour.com

Portland, Maine’s finest fullservice FBO (Fixed Base Operator), offering aircraft fueling, maintenance, concierge, charter and more. For more than 45 years, Northeast Air has provided top quality customer service and support for charter and private flights arriving at and departing from the Portland International Jetport.

Offer extensive passenger transportation services to get you where you need to go. Our variety of group transportation ranges from town cars and limousines to stylish minibuses and, of course, our fleet of full 56-passenger charter buses. Sporting events, airport service, casino trips, we can do it all.

PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL JETPORT 1001 Westbrook St, Portland, ME 04102 (207) 874-8877 FAX: (207) 774-7740 pwmadmin@portlandmaine.gov portlandjetport.org

VIP TOUR & CHARTER BUS CO. 129 Fox St, Portland, ME 04101 (207) 772-4457 FAX: (207) 772-7020 vip@vipchartercoaches.com vipchartercoaches.com

One of New England’s fastest growing airports serving nearly 1.8 million passengers a year. The Jetport offers travelers easy access off of the Maine Turnpike, easy parking across the street from the terminal and great airlines offering low airfares. Convenient location, convenient terminal and great airfares make Portland a great choice. See ad pg. 20 BUS, VAN, LIMOUSINE & CHARTER COMPANIES

Transportation services include weddings, shuttles, corporate & sporting events, school trips, shopping excursions, multi-day tours, private charters and more. Vehicles range from Deluxe 55 passenger Coaches, 41-44 passenger Activity Coaches, Mercedes Sprinter seating 14, Ford Flex seating 6. ADA accessibility, Wi-Fi, & luggage storage. Travel in style. See ad pg. 19 ACTIVITIES ADVENTURE, SPORTS & RECREATION COASTAL MAINE BOTANICAL GARDENS 132 Botanical Gardens Dr, PO Box 234, Boothbay, ME 04537 (207) 633-8000 FAX: (207) 633-2366 rentals@mainegardens.org mainegardens.org Whether your group is looking for a fun-filled two hours or a day-long adventure, the setting is stunningly beautiful in all seasons, and the facilities are well equipped. Discounted group admission pricing available. There’s plenty of parking, and the Visitor Center and Bosarge Family Education Center are ADA compliant and accessible.

CUSTOM COACH AND LIMOUSINE 19 Bartlett Rd, Gorham, ME 04038 (207) 797-9100 FAX: (207) 797-9090 info@customcoachandlimo.com customcoachandlimo.com

We are a family business and have earned a reputation for consistently providing the finest in transportation service since 1988. Providing multiple vehicles for 1 to 57 passengers. Whether it be for group, individual or business travel, weddings or any other event, Custom Coach has what you need. “You’ll get accustomed to Custom.”

GOOD TIMES SHUTTLE 36 Shannon Lane, Saco, ME 04072 (207) 400-4560 bruce@goodtimesshuttle.com goodtimesshuttle.com

Based in the Portland area. We provide service to many Maine Destinations; restaurants, theaters, sports events, casinos, etc. Corporate functions,

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Whether you’re hosting a meeting, party, seminar, reunion, or gala, we’re ready to help you make it a success! Enjoy the convenience of our attached 100-room hotel and ample free parking. We offer event planning, onsite catering and can provide state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment for meetings up to 200 people and dinners up to 250. Let us help you create an event to remember!

Oxford Casino Hotel is just minutes from the Maine Turnpike on Route 26!

Persons under 21 years of age may not enter the gaming area unless licensed as employees. Gambling problem? In Maine, call 2-1-1 or (800) 522-4700 for help.

OXFORD CASINO HOTEL 777 Casino Way, PO Box 777, Oxford, ME 04270 (207) 539-6700 info@oxfordcasino.com oxfordcasino.com Oxford Casino offers a unique entertainment experience with contemporary table games and slot machines. Grab your friends and have some fun at southern Maine’s only casino. Excitement goes 24/7 and there’s always a reason to celebrate. Just minutes from Exit 63 off the Maine Turnpike. See ad pg. 28

GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS 93 High St, Portland, ME 04101 (207) 774-5561 x104 info@portlandlandmarks.org portlandlandmarks.org

STONEWALL KITCHEN 182 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101 (207) 879-2409 FAX: (207) 879-2403 swkportland@stonewallkitchen.com stonewallkitchen.com

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Explore Portland’s history and see panoramic views at the Portland Observatory Museum (1807), located at 138 Congress Street, America’s only historic maritime signal tower. Open daily 10am – 4:30pm Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day. Also available for rental for small gatherings after open hours.

Daily recipe demos, custom gift baskets and shipping anywhere. The Stonewall Kitchen Company Store partners with local chefs who spend an evening demonstrating their skills, sharing fantastic tips and creating wonderful dishes. Small informal classes with ongoing interaction between the chef and students. CRUISES, CHARTERS & TOURS BEATEN PATH TOURS mail to: 29 Natures Way, Gorham, ME 04038 (207) 749-1105 linda@beatenpathtours.com beatenpathtours.com Walk along the cobblestone streets and add your footprints to Portland’s beaten paths. See the wharves and ships along the waterfront, and take in the award winning shops, restaurants and pubs of the Old Port as you discover the history of Portland, Maine.

PORTLAND PADDLE 44 Waterville St, Portland, ME 04101 (207) 370-9730 portlandpaddle@gmail.com portlandpaddle.net

LONGFELLOW HOUSE AT MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY 489 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101 (207) 774-1822 FAX: (207) 775-4301 info@mainehistory.org mainehistory.org

We offer a range of tours to explore some of the most interesting and beautiful kayaking destinations in Casco Bay. Our rental fleet consists of a diverse mix of high quality kayaks and stand-up paddle-boards. Reservations are optional but recommended, especially if you have a large group.

Located in Portland’s cultural district. Tours of the Longfellow House (May - Oct.), childhood home of 19th-century poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. In the MHS Museum (open year- round), exhibitions bring Maine history to life. A unique venue, our gracious museum setting is available for lectures, meetings, receptions and parties.

PORTLAND SEA DOGS 271 Park Ave, Portland, ME 04102 (207) 874-9300 FAX: (207) 780-0317 seadogs@seadogs.com seadogs.com

MECHANICS’ HALL 519 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101 (207) 773-8396 info@mainemechanics.org mainemechanics.org

CALENDAR ISLANDS SAILING CO. PO Box 2922, South Portland, ME 04106 (207) 318-3025 / info@sailcascobay.com sailcascobay.com

The Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. You can see the future stars of the Boston Red Sox today. The Sea Dogs provide fun, affordable, family entertainment. For groups of 20 or more the Portland Sea Dogs offer discounted ticket rates. Perfect for family outings & corporate events. SALT PUMP CLIMBING CO 36 Haigis Parkway, Scarborough, ME 04074 (207) 219-8145 info@saltpumpclimbing.com saltpumpclimbing.com Rock climbing fosters solid communication, teamwork, and confidence. Get a full body workout while you and your team build stronger bonds. Our skilled instructors can tailor team building activities to your group’s needs. A meeting room, tables, chairs, A/V equipment, and a full cafe are available. ARTS, CULTURE & HISTORY ART NIGHT OUT 352 Cottage Rd, South Portland, ME 04106 (207) 799-5154 info@artnightout.com artnightout.com We offer sophisticated art making experiences for your team, bridal party, family reunion, or corporate retreat. Every one will walk away with a beautiful work of art. Book an Art Night Out in one of our sponsored locations or we will come to you at your office, hotel, or meeting space.

Mechanics’ Hall is a 158-year-old historic building in the heart of Portland’s Arts District that features an elegant ballroom with period details, 20’ ceilings and a musician’s balcony. The hall is also home to the oldest non-academic publicly accessible library in Maine. See ad pg. 38 OGUNQUIT PLAYHOUSE 10 Main St, Route 1, Ogunquit, ME 03907 (207) 646-2402 x252 groups@ogunquitplayhouse.org ogunquitplayhouse.org Nationally renowned award-winning musicals with professional casts from Broadway, TV and film. It is set in the charming seaside village of Ogunquit, has 668 seats and is handicapped- accessible with assisted-listening devices for the hearing impaired. Guaranteed top-notch entertainment and a delightful experience. Private catered events available in outdoor tent. PORTLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 50 Monument Sq, 2nd Floor, Portland, ME 04101

We pride ourselves on flexibility. Our custom sailing charters are not restricted to a certain schedule. We create an experience just for you. Whether you are interested in a 2-hour coastal sight-seeing sail, an all day island hopping cruise, or an overnight adventure, the choice is yours.

CASCO BAY CUSTOM CHARTERS Berth: South Port Marine, 14 Ocean St, South Portland, ME 04106 (207) 205-5796 contact@cascobaycustomcharters.com cascobaycustomcharters.com

Give your group the authentic Maine experience they are looking for aboard our vintage wooden vessels. We specialize in private, guided charters for groups up to 24. Offerings include sightseeing and sunset charters, island transportation, and catered lunch or dinner excursions. Perfect for wedding parties, corporate groups, family events, and more! CASCO BAY LINES PO Box 4656, Berth: 56 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04112 (207) 774-7871 x 105 FAX: (207) 774-7875 caityb@cascobaylines.com cascobaylines.com Explore scenic Casco Bay on our private charter boat or take one of our 7 public scenic cruises. Book your Lobster Bake today! Island lobsterbakes for groups of 50 to 400. A unique way to entertain visitors and friends with something for everyone! See ad pg. 31

(207) 773-6128 FAX: (207) 773-6089 psobox@portlandsymphony.org portlandsymphony.org

In its 94th season, the Portland Symphony is a fully professional orchestra that is recognized as one of the top of its size in the country. The PSO performs a wide variety of classical, popular and holiday concerts at the beautiful Merrill Auditorium. Groups receive ticket discounts & personalized assistance.

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