We were headed down east. Heading “down east,” as it’s known in Maine’s local dialect, means heading in a northeasterly fashion into the heart of Maine. Our final destination was to be Bar Harbor, but ...

Planning on taking a road trip this summer? Maine has one of the most scenic drives in the country, according to USA TODAY's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards. The annual rankings highlight the best in ...

Maine’s Route One offers a scenic coastal drive featuring local seafood shacks, boutique stays, and small-town charm. Places to stay range from tiny boutique properties to resorts that feel like ...

The rocky southern coast of Maine is just a few hours’ drive from the busy Boston streets, but the beachfront oasis always feels like a million miles away. Whenever I enter this quaint region, a wave ...

The coast of Maine is studded with sleepy, picturesque coastal towns that offer salty air, peaceful ambiance, and plenty of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. One such destination is Alna, Maine, ...

Taking the plunge on Sand Beach, in Maine’s Acadia National Park. We arrived on Mount Desert Island just before Labor Day weekend, after which our sons, Louis and Gabriel, would be returning to school ...

The state’s parks are often overshadowed by Acadia National Park—but they shouldn’t be. These must-visit parks showcase the very best of the state’s natural wonders, from rugged coastlines and ...

As a travel writer, I’m often asked by friends and family for vacation-planning advice. I’ve helped plan everything from low-key European beach trips to quick weekend getaways from NYC. But since I ...

Though the BCSS attracts many science majors, its approach to coastal studies spans disciplines, from ecology and policy to ...