Associated Press
We can't imagine this is a new pitch — snow should have been a selling point all along for the season. Though if skiers are aging out, as some industry folks suspect, the state had better diversify beyond winter sports.
1 year ago
Associated Press
Cruise ships bring a lot of people into a destination — for better and for worse. We understand why states want to attract the dollars that ship visits can bring, but officials would be wise to consider and try to address residents' concerns about the impact of increased tourism.
2 years ago
Patrick Whittle, Associated Press
Maine's governor is an embarrassment to the state, but unlike other states, Maine has not passed laws that restrict the freedoms of entire classes of residents and visitors. You can hate the politician but love your vacation.
3 years ago
Associated Press
A weaker Canadian dollar may be bad news for tourism in Maine but it's good news for American travelers wanting to head north to Canada.
3 years ago
Associated Press
Maine's become such a draw for visitors outside of its traditional markets that a weak year from Canada won't hurt as much as it used to.
4 years ago
Associated Press
On the flip side: It's a good time for Americans to visit Canada this summer.
4 years ago
Glenn Adams, Associated Press
With so many glossy travel publications touting the personalized service available at brand-name resorts, it is easy to forget that a personal touch is embedded in the experience at small, family-run spots.
4 years ago
Tom Bell, The Portland Press Herald
Maine is experiencing the benefits of a rebounding economy and hoping the hot weather - terrible for city dwellers - helps accelerate their growth.
5 years ago
Jessica Hall, Portland Press Herald
Introducing new inventory to a market must be balanced against by a rise in tourism, but too often the number of rooms exceed the number of visitors -- especially in off-season months.
5 years ago
Randy Billings, Portland Press Herald
Denver continued to promote itself as a young active city even after its marijuana legalization vote, which would make Portland the first U.S. city to turn its laid-back attitude about drugs into an official marketing campaign.
5 years ago
Bill Trotter, Bangor Daily News
The economies of towns dependent on national park tourism could be hit again if cruise ships alter itineraries, which robs the towns of another important source of revenue.
6 years ago
Kathleen Pierce, Bangor Daily News
BikeMaine is a very creative way to showcase communities and tourism, and to boost the local economy. It should garner lots of publicity as the cyclists roll through the state.
6 years ago