| Maine is known for its coastline. You can enjoy | | | | shows. |
| seafood at Boothbay Harbor while watching the | | | | Visiting the capital of Augusta is a must if you are |
| various lobster boats and schooners sail past. As you | | | | planning a vacation to Maine. There is a number of |
| drive along the Maine coast you will see many | | | | historical sites in Augusta. Among these is the Old Fort |
| different lighthouses and old forts. A number of | | | | Western which is a garrison that has been around for |
| charming and elegant Victorian bed and breakfasts | | | | 250 years. The Blaine House is another historical site |
| can be found in the coastal cities of Kennebunkport | | | | that is used by the governor today. For a summary of |
| and Ogunquit in southern Maine. If you want outdoor | | | | the history and culture of Maine you can visit the Maine |
| activities and excellent scenery then you should | | | | State Museum and the kids can enjoy the Children's |
| definitely take a biking trip up Bradbury Mountain. A | | | | Discovery Museum which as hands on activities for |
| number of historical sites can be found in the state | | | | kids between the ages of three and eleven. Maine |
| capital of Augusta include Old Fort Western which is | | | | Expressions offers lighthouse tours that run several |
| the oldest military fort in the United States. Maine is an | | | | times a day. Then there is the Backcountry Heritage |
| excellent destination for outdoor activities including | | | | Outdoor Adventures for those who are the more |
| skiing, biking, fishing and hunting. | | | | adventurous traveler. They offer tours for |
| The largest city in Maine is Portland which also | | | | backpacking, camping, canoeing and wildlife watching. |
| features a large industrial center. There is a lot of | | | | There are three top hotels among the many options |
| options for visitors to this city no matter what time of | | | | Maine has to offer. The first of these is The Colony |
| year you are traveling. The Old Port Historic District is | | | | Hotel which offers shuffleboard, golfing and a lounge, |
| an excellent place to visit if you want to see beautiful | | | | pool combination with excellent ocean views. Another |
| Victorian decorations. There is a variety of shops and | | | | option is the Black Point Inn in Scarborough which offer |
| restaurants to choose from in this section of Portland. | | | | a historical accommodation for travelers. Finally there is |
| Another great way to spend your time is visiting the | | | | Quisisana in Center Lovell which has a rustic feel to it. It |
| lighthouses that dot the coast nearby. Or for unique | | | | is a lakeside resort that offers guests activities such |
| architecture and history your can visit the 86 foot high | | | | as canoeing and hiking. No matter what your style you |
| tower of the Portland Observatory. The Southworth | | | | will find what you are looking for in Maine while |
| Planetarium offers both activities and educational | | | | enjoying excellent coastal views. |