Tourism officials in Canada’s nearby provinces hope their proximity and an exchange rate favorable to the U.S. dollar will entice Mainers to visit.
Megan Gray
Staff Writer
Megan Gray covers the outdoors and tourism at the Portland Press Herald. A Midwest native, she moved to Maine in 2016. She has written about presidential politics and local government, jury trials and jails, arts and culture. Outside of work, you can find her kayaking on the ocean and exploring Maine's many coastal islands with her husband.
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Maine Turnpike Authority expects 1 million vehicles during holiday weekend
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Outdoors
The sun might be shining, but Maine’s waters are still dangerously cold
The state’s lakes, ponds and coastal waters are still in the 40s or low 50s.
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Who visited Maine in 2025, and how much did they spend?
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5 fun things to do in Bar Harbor
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What to expect at Acadia and Maine’s state parks this year
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