Located amidst the lake-dotted landscape of Maine’s east-central region, Lincoln is a town full of quaint charm that’s close to many of the state’s most popular natural, cultural, and historical attractions. Year-round activities abound, but the tourist season generally lasts from mid-spring until the end of summer, which generally comes early due to the town’s …
Located about 20 miles northwest of Lewiston, the small town of Paris lies in Maine’s west-central area and has a population of slightly more than 5,000 residents. Locals often refer to the town of Paris as South Paris, because that’s where the post office is. First-time visitors to rural Maine may be blown away by …
Bridgton is a town in Maine’s Cumberland County which is particularly well-known for its ski slopes. These unique slopes were created by the townspeople in the ‘30s, and spell the word ‘LOVE.’ It can still be seen clearly nearly a century later, and is the town’s hallmark. The town is nestled among many of the …
Located in Maine’s Androscoggin County, the town of Poland has a population of slightly less than 5,000 and is the home to Poland Springs, a nationally distributed brand of bottled water that’s processed at the company’s plant in Poland. The area surrounding the town is home to a variety of lakes that have been popular …
Cape Elizabeth in Cumberland County, Maine currently has a population of around 9,000. This headland on the Maine coastline and the main offshore island – now named Richmond – first appeared on Spanish maps before the middle of the 16th century. Richmond Island became a center for fishing and trading, with Native Americans living there …
Hallowell is a humble city of around 2,000 people, located in the Kennebec County of Maine. It is a part of the larger Augusta Maine New England City and Town area and is a popular tourist destination thanks to its culture and intriguing architecture. The town is named after Benjamin Hallowell, a merchant and one …
The small, charming city of Kennebunk nestled in the heart of York County, Maine, captivated me with its coastal beauty and welcoming atmosphere. With a population of around 10,000 residents, Kennebunk exudes a sense of community and warmth that is truly unique. One of the main draws of Kennebunk is its stunning shoreline along the …
I have explored Kittery, a small town in York County, Maine. This place has a rich history, once renowned for its shipbuilding industry. Seavey’s Island and Badger’s Island, located in the Piscataqua River, were crucial sites where the newly independent USA constructed numerous ships to protect the country from its adversaries. Being situated on the …
Ellsworth is a small city of around 7,000 people and is the county seat of Hancock County. It has plenty of historic buildings and tourist attractions and was the fastest growing city in the country from 2000 to 2010. Initially inhabited by Indians from the Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribes, over the years, many nations made …
Waterboro is a small city of around 7,000 people, located in the York County of Maine. The town includes multiple lakes, so was initially known as Massabesic, which translates into “the place of much water” in the Abenaki language. The land was first bought by Major William Phillips in 1661 and later passed to his …