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Feb 3
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Casablanca Cruises – Beatles Tribute Band – BEATLES For Sale – Saturday
Sep 23
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Casablanca Cruises, presents another great event aboard The Casablanca, the 85-foot two deck harbor cruiser, which sets sail Sunday, September 26, at 2pm for a 3 hour concert cruise featuring Beatles tribute band, BEATLES For Sale from Whitinsville, Massachusetts.
The Casablanca departs for the party on Casco Bay from the Custom House Wharf at the Comedy Connection and Porthole off Commercial Street. For more information on the event and to order tickets, please visit BrownPaperTickets.com, and for future events check out Casablanca Cruises.
Portland in 48 Hours Contest – And the Winner is…
Dec 23
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Doug McIntire, a freelance writer from Auburn, Maine is the winner of the “Portland in 48 Hours Contest”, where we asked you what you would do in Portland, Maine, if you only had 48 hours. There were some interesting and clever entries, and here you go with our winner;
My 48 hours in Portland would begin at Deering Oaks Park. There, I would walk among the trees; feeling the crunch of the leaves as they announce my every step. I would bring bread to feed the ducks in the pond; making sure the squawking seagulls get no more than their fare share for time spent at sea. I would wander the perimeter, taking time to glance at the chinks in the asphalt armor of the surrounding streets, revealing glimpses of the cobblestone history below.
From there I would walk to the Old Port, taking time to survey the architecture; both old and new. Here, a nearly forgotten home that had survived the great fire, now tucked between towering buildings. There, a row of shops with Deco designs; frozen in time but still at home in it’s new surroundings.
Once in the Old Port, I would allow the sights, sounds, and smells to flow through my being. I would walk down Commercial Street; smelling the Casco Bay and bathing in that cool comfort only the sea can provide. Couples would walk by in a brisk embrace; joggers, bikers, and dog walkers alike; all with a destination. Pausing by the waterfront, I would take in the beautiful antiquity of the windjammer, Baghera while lobstermen carry on the work of generations before.
Diverting from the waterfront, I would ascent to Brian Boru; it’s red walls commanding from it’s perch above Commercial. Once inside, the dark beams and low ceilings invite the traveler deeper toward the back where Irish music is lilting from tables where musicians gather every week. Pints are cleared, children sit, entranced, and locals relax with the paper as if this is simply an every day occurrence, because for them, it is.
And there, there between my first and third pint is where I would decide. My first 48 hours in Portland is when I would begin my life anew.
Cruise Ship Destination – Portland, Maine
Sep 6
Posted by iloveportlandmaine in Events, Fun, Oceanfront | 2 Comments
Explorer Of The Seas
Whether you’ve ventured down to the East End of Commercial Street, looked from the Casco Bay Bridge up the harbor, or witnessed more of a buzz around town with crowded sidewalks and eating establishments, then you probably have noticed Cruise Ship Season is in full swing in Portland, Maine.
The arrival of American Glory, a small American cruise ship in late July, marked the beginning of the season of cruise ship activity in Portland, which is scheduled to draw 48 vessels into Portland’s harbor and just over 70,000 passengers to welcome to our wonderful city.
On Saturday, September 5, Explorer Of The Seas, a Royal Caribbean cruise liner and the largest cruise ship (1,020 feet, 138,000-ton and 3,114 passengers) to visit Portland this year berthed for a 12-hour stop in the Old Port to the delight of many area businesses. You may have noticed the abundance of guests to the shores, shops, and restaurants, while others took quick trips via VIP Tour Buses to visit the area lighthouses, like Portland Head Light and our popular signature store, LL Bean in Freeport. This particular vessel plans to visit Portland three more times over the next two months.
The season could not come at a better time for the area businesses, who can expect a steady September and October flow of guests as we will welcome 36 of the 48 total vessels to visit Portland in these two months alone. Overall, the cruise ships will introduce just over 70,000 visitors to Portland.
According to reports from Cruise Lines International Association of Florida, Maine ranked 41st in the country in economic benefits from cruise ships with an estimated $24 million spent by guests during their visits here. Other industry experts believe Portland and Bar Harbor, the busiest Maine cruise ship destination generated more than that figure.
Either way, it’s great for the Portland, Maine economy and wonderful that visitors can experience the city along their journey.
Looking at the cruise ship schedule we can expect visits from the major cruise lines Carnival, American Cruise, Celebrity, and Royal Caribbean just to name a few. I personally cannot wait to see the Carnival Triumph (893 feet and 101,500 tons) and Jewel Of The Seas (962 feet and 90,090 tons). For more information on the schedule of ships, please check out;
For further information on when to expect the next cruise ships into Portland, please check out Port of Portland Maine Cruise Schedule
Portland Schooner Co. – Chocolate Lover's Sail
Aug 14
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Not your average sunset cruise….Portland Schooner Co. presents a delicious adventure for all of those chocolate fans out there on Monday, August 17, from 6-8pm.
As you enjoy a peaceful expedition from the Maine State Pier and around Casco Bay, you will be able feed your sweet tooth as you savor truffles, white chocolate, and dark chocolate, while enjoying fine wines. The event is $50 per person but well worth two hours on the open water, and unwinding with chocolate and wine, and meeting other enthusiasts.
If you miss this event, Portland Schooner Co. will host this special event again in two weeks on Monday, August 31, from 6-8pm.
For more information, please call the Portland Schooner Co. at (207) 766-2500 or visit their website at www.PortlandSchooner.com
The Portland Schooner Co. also offers other themed / special events such as; Overnight Windjammer Excursions, Sunday Jazz Brunch, ‘Bubbles and Pearls’ Caviar Tasting, and Sails and Tails Lobster Bake Cruise, among other events.
Local Beers – Shipyard Brewing Company, Sebago Brewing Company, Allagash Brewing Company, Geary's Brewing Company, Casco Bay Brewing Company, and Gritty McDuff's
May 5
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As you can see there is no shortage of beer in Portland, Maine, and nothing like relaxing to a nice cold one brewed fresh in your own backyard. With a good number of breweries and brew pubs, there is never a dull moment, or a lack of beers to sample with many seasonal brews making appearances throughout the year. Allagash White from Allagash Brewing Co. is a tasty Belgian wheat, while Gritty’s features a Raspberry wheat that warms up the taste buds. Shipyard Brewing Co. has many beers from light to dark, and features one of the seasonal favorites Pumpkinhead Ale, which took home a silver award in the 2008 European Beer Star competition in Nuremburg, Germany. Another favorite comes from the folks at Sebago Brewing Co., where you can find Sebago Hefe-Weizen, a fine golden wheat.
Whatever your taste in beer, there is surely a brew amongst the local Portland breweries that will satisfy any beer lover, and even those who have just one here and there. For more information please visit http://www.shipyard.com , http://www.sebagobrewing.com , http://www.grittys.com , http://www.allagash.com , http://www.gearybrewing.com , http://www.cascobaybrewing.com