Mike and I just returned from an amazing week-long New England road trip. The impetus for the trip was a family member’s wedding in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. But a wedding is always a good excuse for a longer vacation, especially for two travelaholics like us!
We were staying with my aunt’s friend, Brett, outside of Boston for a few days. Since he didn’t have to work on Sunday, he offered some ideas for a day trip we could all do together, one being Maine. I’ve always wanted to go to Maine. In fact, Mike and I had even talked about starting our RTW from there. “Maine?! But isn’t that far,” I asked. Apparently not. Brett said it would be a short drive and make a perfect day trip. The three of us got into his SUV and spent the day on the road. Brett, the amazingly kind and generous host that he is, ensured we saw it all by taking Mike and I to some of his favorite southern Maine spots.
Mid-October was the perfect time to visit because the autumn weather is a little cool and the leaves are turning brilliant shades of red, orange and yellow. Between the coastline, lighthouse and lobster roll, I had the perfect first visit to Maine. Thanks, Brett!
Welcome to Maine!
The Cape Neddick “Nubble” Lighthouse in York, Maine.
Maine’s colorful southern coastline.
A Maine lobster roll overflowing with chunks of lobster!
Brilliant Sugar Maple tree in autumn.
Colorful autumn leaves.
The coastline of Ogunquit, Maine.
Bee in a flower. There were a lot of them out. The flowers were beautifully open like it was spring!
Cute house in Ogunquit, Maine.
How beautiful the pictures are. The USA has a lot of amazing sites to see. You just have to find them.
Easiest to find when driving around New England in the fall 🙂
It’s been a LONG time since I went to Maine but you make me want to return – the views, the lobster, the sea…
To entice you even more, the lobster at the grocery store was selling for $2.99/lb!
Wow!!! I’d be terrified of that price most anywhere else!
Oooh, I’d love to visit Maine one day! It looks really stunning and who can say no to lobster rolls? More and more we have been talking about taking a U.S. roadtrip when we’re done touring through Asia & Europe… there’s just so much to explore!
Agreed! We’ve seen a lot of the U.S., but it’s such a large country and there’s always more to see. I’m really eager to visit some of the national parks out west.
Looks gorgeous. I especially like those autumnal colours!
Me too! It’s definitely my favorite time of year.