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#1 of 6 things to do in Portland
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vances says:
For sure, the most awesome neighborhood in Portland, Maine is Old Port. The remarkable part is that I lived here when this was a decrepit warehouse district…but was fortunate enough to witness it transformed into today’s charming collection of pubs, eateries and shops right along the water. Ut…
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#2 of 6 things to do in Portland
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_binky_ says:
This store is so out of place in Portland, Maine, but you know what? I love it for it! It takes the small town charm and turns it on it head. I am sure you can guess the contents of this shop by the name alone and it will not disappoint.
Most of the items here are more for humor factor but t…
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#3 of 6 things to do in Portland
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vances says:
Portland Discovery is a relatively new land & sea tour operator in these parts – when I lived here there was no regular service to Eagle Island. Offering a variety of boat tours in addition to trolley tours of the city, everything departs from Long Wharf, which is on Commercial Street along the O…
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#4 of 6 things to do in Portland
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vances says:
Please don’t confuse the Portland Observatory with astronomy. The octagonal tower atop Munjoy Hill in Portland was never intended to see the stars…it was only meant to see the sea. Lemuel Moody, a former sea captain, raised the structure in 1807 to identify vessels entering Portland Harbor hou…
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#5 of 6 things to do in Portland
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vances says:
Portland Breakwater Light, more commonly referred to as Bug Light, is a teeny beacon in Portland Harbor. A 24-foot high granite tower built in 1875 (first version was erected in 1855), it doesn't look too distinct - but is supposed to have been based on an ancient Athenian structure (the Choragic m…
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#6 of 6 things to do in Portland
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Kramerdude says:
A two hour sail on 1924 built schooner (Bagheera) out in Casco Bay from Portland. During the summer, they offer three afternoon, and one sunset sailing option. You can sit back and enjoy the surroundings or assist the crew in sailing the vessel Choose your trip time wisel…
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