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14 Winter Weekend Getaways in Maine

Oh, you thought this was the off-season? With incredible winter weekend getaways in every corner of the state, Maine doesn’t hibernate — and neither should you.
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The Sand Castle

A Bar Harbor home is built from the ground up — literally.
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Taking to the Water

From the unsigned “Letter from Home” column in our July 1967 issue.
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Acadia Favorites: Lighthouses

Acadia puts an extra rugged spin on the iconic Maine postcard view of the lit tower standing stoically against the shore. Throw your lighthouse expectations out the window: those in and near the park are all a bit quirky in location and/or design.
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Acadia Favorites: Lunch at Sweet Pea Farm

When you tire of lobster, consider the pizza — specifically, the superb brick-oven pies at Sweet Pea’s Café.
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Would You Try Lobster Ice Cream?

If you’ve ever cracked into a lobster and thought, “Hmm, this would be better a la mode,” then Ben & Bill’s Chocolate Emporium in downtown Bar Harbor is your place.
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Acadia Favorites: Lounging at Lompoc

Grab a seat under the big canopy maple, sip from the smart microbrew and wine list, and languidly toss a few balls on the bocce court.
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