This hospitality can be worn out by rude or entitled behavior. But tourism is often the primary industry in coastal communities, and Mainers work hard to welcome visitors in the busy summer months. Mainers are proud of living in the Pine Tree State, and many coastal communities have a complicated relationship with “people from away,” as non-Mainers are called. Don’t bother trying to hide that you’re “from away” Cabs and ride shares are available in and around the cities, but options can be sparse during off-hours.Ħ. If you want to avoid driving, Portland is small and it’s possible to spend a car-free weekend exploring all it has to offer. While it is possible to take a charter bus or passenger rail to Portland from Boston, NYC and other cities on the east coast, a car is necessary if you want to venture beyond the city. “You can’t get there from here” – this common Maine saying, is often used to sum up the challenge of traversing the crisscrossing network of backroads across the state.
Public transportation is limited outside the cities
Some dining destinations reserve a number of tables for walk-ins, so arrive early to be placed on the evening’s wait list. But don’t despair if you’re shut out of a particularly enticing restaurant.
Many of Portland’s dining hot spots require reservations in the summer, especially in July and August. Portland is known for its number of independently owned restaurants serving a wide variety of cuisines, including the abundant local seafood. Always have an extra layer on hand even on days when it seems impossible it’ll be chilly, a nippy breeze off the water can make you shiver.Ĥ. Expect warm days in the summer and fall with temps dropping at sunset. Come prepared for any weatherĪ common expression heard in Maine is, “If you don’t like the weather, wait a minute.” Maine weather can vary greatly, often starting off cool but heating up by midday, then cooling off again in the evening. Plan for a long weekend to explore the dining destinations of Portland or take a week to explore up the coast to Acadia National Park, where you can spend a few days hiking and enjoying nature. Attractions are concentrated in Southern Maine and along the coastline, although there are plenty of adventures to be found inland as well. Maine is a large state, and a lot of it is remote wilderness. Plan for 2–3 days in Portland or take a week to see the state
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