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Day 1
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Day one is a good time to experience a little taste of the things Maine has to offer by starting in the Southern Maine Coast region. There are several things you will want to see and do here, and if you schedule your day well you can hit all the major places you want to go. The first item to mark off on today’s list is shopping, beginning the day in Kittery. Kittery has two outlet mall complexes located just down the road from one another. It is a shopper’s paradise for both men and women since the huge Kittery Trading Post is located here. While the women check out the brand name outlet stores, the men can spend hours in the Trading Post which carries outdoor equipment, gear, clothing, and footwear.
Lighthouses
Also conveniently located in this area are a few lighthouses that you will want to visit. Even if lighthouses aren’t your passion, it is a great excuse to get away from the hustle and bustle of the towns and enjoy the scenic Maine coastline.
• Whaleback Island Lighthouse: Whaleback light is not the most recognizable or famous, but it offers a beautiful location. Whaleback light can be viewed from Fort Foster in Kittery and although the directions might seem a little out of the way at first, it is really not that far and well worth the trip. You will probably need a map to get there which can be found in the visitor’s center in Kittery. The Fort has been turned into a recreation area with beaches, nature trails, and picnic areas. Many locals can be found walking their dogs through the park. After a leisurely stroll, you will reach the water’s edge, and the lighthouse can be easily viewed in the near distance.
• Cape Neddick (Nubble Light): On your way out of Kittery heading north to York, you can swing by Nubble Light. This lighthouse is one of the most photographed in the world and is visited annually by an estimated 250,000 people. You can reach the lighthouse by taking Route 1 off I-95 in York Beach to Nubble Road. This will lead you to Sohier Park where it can be viewed.
Kennebunkport
On your journey to the end of day one, I suggest driving a few miles up the road to Kennebunkport. It is a quaint village town full of history, beaches, shopping, and good food. If money allows, stay at bed and breakfast or resort along the beach. Accommodations are pricier here, but worth the extra cash. If you are not able to stay in town, at least travel through and spend the night on the outskirts. During daylight, take a drive along the beach and catch of glimpse of the summer residence of former President George Bush.
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