The first-time, state-funded survey took the pulse of Maine’s growing number of cruise passengers.
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Boston investment firm still pursuing purchase of Saddleback ski area
But the Arctaris Impact Fund says the $10 million in federal tax incentives it is eligible for doesn’t figure in those negotiations.
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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.
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Summer labor crunch hits Maine businesses hard
Many restaurants, hotels and tourist attractions are going short-staffed this season, and the lack of qualified employees is reverberating in other sectors.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Portland kicks off a cruise season that will bring bigger ships, more passengers
The city also opens its Waterfront Marketplace for the season.
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Maine expects another record year for cruise ships
The state’s 12 cruise ship ports are expected to see 658,000 cruise passengers and crew this year.