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Maine, known as “Vacationland”, is a state with so many wonderful vacation spots. From Portland to Acadia National Park, this hidden gem state is great for a family vacation.

Portland, Maine, located a little more than 2 hours north of Boston, is known for its beautiful waterfront views and delicious food. However, Portland Maine is also a kid-friendly destination, with museums, waterfront activities, and other things kids will enjoy. Because of its proximity to our home, we typically visit Portland once or twice a …

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I hate driving but love Portland, Maine, so when the Amtrak Downeaster asked us to work with them on a weekend getaway, I was definitely thrilled to participate. My daughter had some weekend commitments for the next few weekends, so I was able to get some much-needed one-on-one time with my son. I grew up …

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From the rocky coastline to the numerous beautiful lighthouses, Maine has certainly earned its Vacationland nickname. It’s a beautiful state with lots of different places to visit on vacation – including several gorgeous coastal towns. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. A purchase/click through one of these links may result in a commission paid to …

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Portland, Maine is an eclectic, artsy, and quaint seaside town that is great for families to visit. The Old Port district within Portland, located right by the waterfront, is one of the several historic districts in the town. While I also love exploring the Arts District, the Old Port area of Downtown Portland Maine is …

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I love shopping on vacation, regardless of where I visit. Whether it’s a small boutique or a full shopping district, I always seem to visit the shops on my trips. I always enjoy the Portland Maine shopping when we travel there on our annual winter trip, although more things are open in the summer months. …

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