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Jul 29, 2010, Learn How to Eat Lobster - Directions on Eating Lobster

Learn how to eat lobster on your Maine vacation. Easy instructions for how to prepare a lobster to eat and directions on eating lobster.

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Jul 27, 2010, Maine Lobster Boat Races 2010

Did you miss the Maine lobster boat races during June and July? If so, you can still catch some action during the month of August - one of the best times of the year to visit Maine!

Jul 26, 2010, Portland, Maine Vacation Rentals

Have you considered a for-rent-by-owner home for your Portland, Maine vacation? You may be surprised to find such an affordable selection of...

...oceanfront, ocean view, secluded wooded lot, or downtown - homes, cabins, cottages, condos, or apartments - with one, two, and three or more bedrooms, to choose from. And imagine the luxury of multiple bathrooms, or a master bedroom suite, with a queen or king size bed, to call your own!

Find out more about Portland Maine vacation rentals, including Casco Bay vacation homes...

Jul 23, 2010, Portland Maine Restaurants - List of Restaurants in Portland Maine

The list of Portland, Maine restaurants include many award-winning restaurants, delis, cafes, pizzerias, and bakeries that have won national recognition.

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Jul 22, 2010, Maine National Parks

Not officially classified as Maine national parks, several national historic sites and scenic Maine trails are maintained under the guidance of the U.S. National Park Service...

Jul 21, 2010, Maine Books

Whether they are to use as reference for an upcoming Maine vacation, or to reminisce about one you have been on, there are some great, highly recommended Maine books to choose from, including...

...a number of Maine travel guides, books on the history of Maine, children's books about Maine, and of course - Maine humor!

Jul 20, 2010, Places to Visit in Maine

Somewhere on this list of places to visit in Maine you are likely to find an attraction that you have not yet heard of - one which may be an interesting stop for you and your family on an upcoming Maine vacation!

Jul 19, 2010, L.L. Bean Store and L.L. Bean Outlet

Shopping at the L.L. Bean Store in Freeport, Maine, is certainly a unique experience, but if you cannot make it to this flagship store...

Jul 18, 2010, Christmas Tree Shop Maine

It is never too early to start thinking Christmas in Maine at the Christmas Tree Shops in Portland and Augusta!

Jul 17, 2010, Offshore Store and More Frenchboro Maine

The Offshore Store, Frenchboro Maine, provides groceries, boat supplies, and dining to the tiny fishing village located eight miles offshore of Mount Desert Island.

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