Where's a good place to eat in the Greater Portland region?
MKAP27 says,
Try Ricettas in South Portland. They have great pizza....
Apr 11, 2009 12:54 PM
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What people are saying about Aroostook Region
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Maine is a huge state. It starts on the rocky coast, follows its rivers to wonderful mountain ranges and stretches over endless tracts of remote forest until it stops at Canada. Along the way, you will find history, culture, unique shops, delicious food, breathtaking scenery and the perfect way to recharge your batteries.
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Southern Coast
At the southernmost tip of Maine, the southern coast region is an easy day trip from Boston and offers visitors year-round amenities and attractions. Hidden among the outlet shopping malls of Kittery and the summer beach colonies of Ogunquit, York and Wells is an intricate network of Maine history and culture. more about the Southern CoastGreater Portland
Portland is a small city that mixes urban sophistication with home-town friendliness. On the southern Maine coast, only a two-hour drive from Boston, Portland lies at the mouth of Casco Bay. With a population of about 65,000, this coastal hub has more than its share of interesting shops and great restaurants. Museums and theaters tend to be small and friendly. Art galleries and musical performances reflect the area's wealth of creativity. more about Greater PortlandWestern Lakes & Mountains
This region shouts "ski country" to most visitors, with Maine's two largest ski mountains and a ring of smaller ones attracting winter adventure-seekers. Recreational opportunites abound on the lakes. Crowds from southern Maine cities zip over to Sebago Lake, while the more remote Rangeley Lakes give off the real sense of wilderness. more about theWestern Lakes & Mountains
Midcoast Region
The long and narrow peninsulas of the Midcoast region, which stretch from the Brunswick/Bath area through to the Camden/Rockland area, are often described as gnarly fingers that stretch into the sea. Slow drives down the twisting roads on these peninsulas offer glimpses of snug harbors, historic homes, the rare sandy beach, island communities, fishing villages and summer camps. more about the Midcoast RegionKennebec Region
At first, you may think this region is merely sitting in between the drama of Katahdin and the allure of the ocean. But the Kennebec region, defined by the Kennebec and Moose River valleys, is one of Maine's most picturesque, with mirror-flat lakes, swaths of woodlands and tumultuous rivers. Visitors come for foliage, lakeside vacations, whitewater rafting and snowmobiling. more about the Kennebec RegionKatahdin/Moosehead Region
The jagged Knife Edge atop Mount Katahdin dominates this region. Katahdin is not just the highest point in Maine. It also marks one end of the Appalachian Trail and is the central point of Baxter State Park, a 202,064 acre park established in 1930 to preserve a slice of Maine's wilderness for generations. Combined with the Moosehead Lake area, this region offers much in terms of scenery and recreation. more about Katahdin/MooseheadDowneast/Acadia Region
The jewel of this region is Maine's only National Park: Acadia. From Penobscot Bay, Downeast, around the eastern nose of Maine and up along the Canadian border, the scenery is wild, rocky and dramatic. The farther inland you go, the more wilderness you'll encounter. In this region, get a taste of the outdoors, from the gentle recreation in Acadia to the rugged fishing and canoeing farther Downeast. more about Downeast/AcadiaAroostook Region
Tourism has yet to take Aroostook County by storm, and there are plenty of outdoorsmen and women who'd like to keep it that way so they can fish, hike and canoe with only moose for company. Aroostook, or "The County," as it's often referred to, is best known for two things: recreation and potatoes. more about Aroostook County
Fall glory
Foliage season is winding down.Falmouth's hidden oasis
An old Indian campsite and home to early white settlers now offers trails and wildlife.
November 9, 2009
An old Indian campsite and home to early white settlers now offers trails and wildlife.
November 9, 2009
Maine's fair season comes to a glorious close
The celebrations in Cumberland and Fryeburg make the next two weeks among Maine's most fun.
September 27, 2009
The celebrations in Cumberland and Fryeburg make the next two weeks among Maine's most fun.
September 27, 2009
Munjoy Hill: Vibrant and real
A working-class section of the city has more than its share of attractions.
September 27, 2009
A working-class section of the city has more than its share of attractions.
September 27, 2009
Shopping Maine, old and new
The stores are busy – and offering bargains – from
now through the holidays.
September 27, 2009
The stores are busy – and offering bargains – from
now through the holidays.
September 27, 2009
These spots make for good shots
September 27, 2009
Foliage from the coast to the foothills
A route from Wiscasset to Farmington passes rolling hills, farms, rivers and lakes.
September 27, 2009
A route from Wiscasset to Farmington passes rolling hills, farms, rivers and lakes.
September 27, 2009
Summer soak likely to rev up fall foliage
Leaf-bearing trees are now 'very lush,' which an expert calls 'a prerequisite for good fall color.'
September 21, 2009
Leaf-bearing trees are now 'very lush,' which an expert calls 'a prerequisite for good fall color.'
September 21, 2009
A rare glimpse inside the lights
For the first time, 29 of Maine's beacons will open to the public for a day to celebrate their rich history.
September 7, 2009
For the first time, 29 of Maine's beacons will open to the public for a day to celebrate their rich history.
September 7, 2009
Three trips for late summer
The Rangeley Scenic Byway, the town of Bethel and the Schoodic Peninsula provide different flavors of Maine.
August 23, 2009
The Rangeley Scenic Byway, the town of Bethel and the Schoodic Peninsula provide different flavors of Maine.
August 23, 2009
Central coast as expected: wonderful
Lots of lobsters, a health-conscious resort and some side trips overcome the lack of grits.
August 23, 2009
Lots of lobsters, a health-conscious resort and some side trips overcome the lack of grits.
August 23, 2009
York County: a historical drive
Museums, old houses and forts provide entertainment that is different from beaches and outlet stores.
August 23, 2009
Museums, old houses and forts provide entertainment that is different from beaches and outlet stores.
August 23, 2009
Amazing mazes, for fun in the fall
The growth of walkable corn puzzles is part of a trend to produce entertainment income as well as vegetables at farms.
August 23, 2009
The growth of walkable corn puzzles is part of a trend to produce entertainment income as well as vegetables at farms.
August 23, 2009
KEN ALLEN / ALLEN AFIELDCamden area offers visitors nice fall escape
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Saturday, November 21, 2009
Annual Holiday Craft Fair, Fish "Chowdah" & Chili Luncheon 9:00am to 3:00pm, Harraseeket Grange Hall
ArtFull Gifts Craft and Art Show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Point Lookout
Artisan Fair at the Opera House with Live Music and Great Food , 9:30 am - 3:00 pm, Boothbay Opera House
Artisans’ Fair 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
Bowdoinham EMS Christmas Craft Fair 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fire Department
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ADVENTURES IN CONTENTMENT
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Adventures in Contentment
Beholding Boucher Park in Biddeford
Nov 5, 2009 12:58 PM
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If you're just beginning your exploration of Maine, its southern coastline is a great place to start. Many of the towns here offer a nostalgic retreat into the past, as resort villages like Ogunquit have carefully preserved their architecture and historic features like the local trolley alongside the development of luxurious inns, hotels, and timeshares. And while much of Maine's coastline is rough and rocky, the three miles of beach in Ogunquit are composed of soft, white sand and are easily accessible from accommodations like The Falls at Ogunquit, an InnSeason Resort.
If you're just beginning your exploration of Maine, its southern coastline is a great place to start. Many of the towns here offer a nostalgic retreat into the past, as resort villages like Ogunquit have carefully preserved their architecture and historic features like the local trolley alongside the development of luxurious inns, hotels, and timeshares. And while much of Maine's coastline is rough and rocky, the three miles of beach in Ogunquit are composed of soft, white sand and are easily accessible from accommodations like The Falls at Ogunquit, an InnSeason Resort.