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YOUR IDEAL MAINE VACATION EXPERIENCE—Shop, Play, Dine, Stay Freeport, Maine

Home to famous brands, local and national retailers, Freeport offers shopping, dining, 4-star lodging and unique attractions for all seasons. Rich in history, nature, the arts, family activities and much more to see and do visit us online to discover why Freeport is the top destination in Maine—www.FreeportUSA.com

One Scary Good Cause

The Camp Sunshine Pumpkin Festival lights up Freeport with thousands of glowing jack-o-lanterns for one of the season’s most heart-warming events.

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Great State of Maine Air Show

Greater Portland

Start: Aug 24 2012 - 4:00pm

End: Aug 26 2012 - 4:00pm

Price:

$10

Bath road
Brunswick, ME

See the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds put on a dynamic aviation performance at the Brunwick Executive Airport.

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Dining Well Far Out to Sea

Submitted by John Golden on Thu, 07/26/2012 - 2:16pm.

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In the surging gastronomy of food-centric Maine, who would have thought that an island 12 miles out to sea would join the ranks of the culinary elite? But such a food escapade awaits the weary traveler at North Haven Island’s inimitable Nebo Lodge. Here dining on the island’s bountiful harvest is the stuff of memorable meals based on a righteous pedigree of provisions grown, raised and yielding freshness and purity that’s flawless.

Aloft in the Hallowed Halls of Camden Dining

Submitted by John Golden on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 4:27pm.

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As soon as I walked into Natalie’s, so smartly nestled in the posh confines of the very European style Camden Harbour Inn, I knew this is where I’d have dinner during a recent overnight stay in Camden. Until then I was conflicted about where to go.

Emilitsa: An Indulgence Revisited

Submitted by John Golden on Thu, 07/12/2012 - 3:31am.

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Over the years I have gone to Emilitsa—Portland’s only worthwhile Greek restaurant —and have been impressed by the creative cuisine served in its refurbished store front dining room. As such it’s remained a rare beacon along this sparsely gentrified stretch of Congress Street where the have and have not’s co-mingle in detached tolerance.

Celebrating the 4th in Freeport

Submitted by Down East Guest B... on Wed, 07/04/2012 - 8:35am.

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As many head to Freeport this July 4th to celebrate Independence Day and L.L.Beans 100th birthday we wanted to share some recent Down East magazine material to assist you over the holiday.

For those traveling along Route 1, be sure to check out our April Issue when senior writer Virginia M. Wright drove all 527 miles and reported on the people and places along road that connects the coast. Discover the route's history, how it changes across Maine's regions, and exactly how many McDonald's you'll pass.

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Eventide: A Dining Event Beyond Compare

Submitted by John Golden on Tue, 07/03/2012 - 2:53pm.

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After the usual buzz, Portland’s dining swells can finally thrill seek at the Eventide Oyster Co.--the new venture headed by the enterprising owners of the award-winning Hugo’s.

Eventide bears no resemblance to Portland’s other so named emporium, J’s Oyster, located on a skinny stretch of Portland Harbor, where gawki

Two Lights: A Lobster Shack On the Rocks

Submitted by John Golden on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 4:35pm.

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Undeniably, The Lobster Shack at Two Lights in Cape Elizabeth has one of the most dramatic settings of any lobster pound in Maine. With a stunning panorama of bold cliffs and crashing surf, this is picture-perfect rocky Maine coast.

Circle Back to 100 Commercial

Submitted by John Golden on Thu, 06/21/2012 - 6:44am.

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Now known as Spread, the restaurant space at 100 Commercial Street has not been kind to its predecessors. Forerunners Oolong and Gaucho failed miserably spiraling to default for three reasons: bad food, bad economy, and bad luck.

Fortunately Spread is a winner on all counts, well on its way to a lucky charm of success. Diners can count on a stellar trio of chefs with great resumes and consummate skill to deliver a very promising meal indeed.

A Star Chef Comes to Portland

Submitted by John Golden on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 7:37am.

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Consider the accidental tourist who happens upon the Danforth Inn, seduced by its coolly stylish interiors, and then proceeds to revel in a remarkable dinner beyond compare.

That in a nutshell is Carmen at the Danforth, the restaurant that opened last month at one of Portland’s most refined lodging establishments in the gentrified West End.

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Our New Books
	Mr. Rockefeller's Roads \| This updated version of the 1990 best-seller has new photography, more archival photos, and descriptions of recent improvements to the 51-mile carriage road system.
	Maine Beaches \| This handy guide makes 20 of the state’s favorite beaches easy to find and includes loads of useful information so you can make the most of your time at the shore.
	Maine ABC \| Illustrated with distinct Maine icons, such as moose, lobster, and Katahdin, this book has a rhyming verse that will have children singing the words, asking for it to be read again and again, and learning the alphabet in no time.
	Ultimate Acadia \| Ultimate Acadia is the essential book about Maine’s Mount Desert Island, providing everything you need to know to make the most of your time there.