Travel Desk / The Maine Coast
Maine, the North Atlantic coast
The Maine Coast Hazel is completely at home here, in a way that produces the most relaxed content of the domestic season. Blanche discovers that simplicity done correctly is its own form of beauty.
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Hotels and Stays White Barn Inn, Kennebunkport, the flagship Book → The Inn at Ocean’s Edge, on the coast Book → The boutique properties of Bar Harbor, for Acadia Book → Experiences The coastal walk The Windjammer cruises, distinctly Maine L.L.Bean, the most natural fit Shop → Cold water swimming, if Hazel can be convinced Restaurants and Cafes Maine lobster and seafood, Hazel’s highest domestic rating Maine blueberry Maine maple syrup Planning Fly to Portland, then the coastal drive This hub opens lightly and fills over time.
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