Looking for some R&R (&V)? These 3 Maine lodging spots offer vegan food

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Published
July 7, 2019

Looking for some R&R (&V)? These 3 Maine lodging spots offer vegan food

Whether your style is a working farm or yoga retreat, there's something here for you.
Published
July 7, 2019

Those who serve up summer in Maine say: More help wanted

Many in the state’s hospitality sector are going short-staffed this season, and business leaders say that crisis is reflected in the wider economy.
Published
June 1, 2019

Labor shortage forces Maine Huts and Trails to close 2 of its 4 lodges for the season

The nonprofit says it doesn't have enough workers to run the entire operation and complete the maintenance and improvements it needs on its trails and backwoods retreats.
Published
May 24, 2019

Heavy traffic is in this weekend’s forecast as summer season kicks off

Officials expect a record number of vehicles on the Maine Turnpike over the Memorial Day weekend, making the state's tourism industry cautiously optimistic about the coming season.
Published
May 20, 2019

Maine weddings generated nearly $1 billion last year, business-funded study finds

The events generate $206 million in direct spending and nearly 5 times that much in other economic activity, according to a University of Southern Maine study that was commissioned by 2 business owners.
Published
May 19, 2019

Maine expects another record year for cruise ships

The state's 12 cruise ship ports are expected to see 658,000 passengers and crew in 2019.
Published
May 16, 2019

Portland kicks off a cruise season that will bring bigger ships, more passengers

The city also opens its Waterfront Marketplace for the season.
Published
April 26, 2019

Don’t let Maine’s working waterfront turn into a quaint picture of the past

Our state should be aiming for a future that allows fishermen the opportunity to thrive.
Published
April 10, 2019

Slowing growth of tourism has Maine looking farther afield for new customers

While the number of visits increased just 1% last year, tourists who made the trip spent $6.2 billion, a 3% increase from 2017.
Published
April 7, 2019

Birding festivals in Maine run small. And organizers like it that way.

Elsewhere, big festivals bring big profits to the communities where they are held. But here, the goal is a personal and authentically Maine experience.