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.
From the unsigned “Letter from Home” column in our July 1967 issue.
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.
When you tire of lobster, consider the pizza — specifically, the superb brick-oven pies at Sweet Pea’s Café.
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.
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.