Trump’s rhetoric and unpopularity abroad are likely to reduce international arrivals by 4.3 million this year, according to a market strategy firm.
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Augusta conference to showcase growth of Maine’s tourism industry
A luncheon and an awards presentation are scheduled for Wednesday after a delayed start because of the weather.
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Airbnb rentals in Maine doubled over past year
Lodging taxes are not being collected on all of that money, but they would be under Gov. LePage’s budget proposal.
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Crowded Acadia may turn to reservation system for peak periods
Nothing’s set in stone, but the much-loved national park is looking at options – such as metering and yes, reservations – to safeguard the visitor experience.
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Maine summer tourism revenue on track to break all records
Big numbers from Portland and the southern coast and Bar Harbor make this a banner year, with restaurant and lodging sales the highest ever.
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Maine lawmaker sends insulting email to woman calling for action on LePage
Rep. Stephen Wood tells a Massachusetts woman offended by the governor’s comments that ‘we have … (enough) mass holes here. … Thanks for not coming to Maine.’
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Busy Labor Day weekend caps hot summer tourism season for Maine
Low gas prices and hot, dry weather contributed to full hotels and heavy traffic in Maine over the long weekend.
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Hospitality industry grapples with seasonal worker shortage
Low unemployment levels and new restrictions on visa programs have strained businesses that cater to tourists, sometimes with extreme results.
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Florida officials insist state is safe to visit
The Zika virus, Orlando massacre and death by alligator of a young boy at Disney have put damage control on the front burner.
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Maine issues $57,675 in grants to support tourism
Groups get up to $10,000 to help promote hikes, bike rides, museums, a brewfest and a film festival.