Summer in Maine means LL Bean and all of the activities and fun they bring to Freeport, including the LL Bean Summer Concert Series. The fun kicks off July 4th and runs through Labor Day weekend. Still looking to plan your summer vacation and looking for things to do? Check out the list (abbreviated) below… Read more »
The weather has finally turned to warmer, drier days and it is time to get out and enjoy all that Freeport has to offer. Freeport may be known for shopping, it is the world headquarters for L.L. Bean, however there is so much more to this town. Take some time to explore Freeport and the… Read more »
Back to school shopping is here. Hard to believe it is August 1st however, here we are once again. Time to think about backpacks, new pants (that fit), shoes. Yet there is still summer to be enjoyed, so why not combine your back-to-school shopping with a little vacation? Freeport is your perfect destination. Spend a… Read more »
The Amtrak Downeaster is your car-free connection from Boston, Massachusetts to Freeport, Maine. Pick up the train at Boston’s North Station and arrive in Freeport, Maine. Stroll the two blocks to your room at James Place Inn, or let us know when you plan to arrive and we will be waiting for you. Shop at… Read more »
L.L. Bean has announced their 2016 free concerts and events line up and it is Great! Join L.L.Bean in Freeport, Maine, for the annual summer celebration. Bring your lawn chair for FREE outdoor concerts under the stars in Discovery Park. Plus, don’t miss fun festivals and family-friendly events, including our Summer on the Coast Open… Read more »
Beach strolls are delightful any time of year here in Maine, but certainly never better than on a warm, sunny day, breeze blowing. Whether looking for some solitary time to think, spending time with the kids, catching up with a friend, or out with your special someone, enjoy these days and your time in Maine…. Read more »
Lighthouses and Schooners. What could be better? While you are planning your Maine vacation and all of the activities you want to explore and enjoy, be sure to put Lighthouses on your list as well as a delightful Schooner excursion. We have packages at James Place Inn that cover both of these Maine favorites. Our… Read more »
Looking for a quick visit to the White Mountains, including a trip on the Cog Railway to the top of Mount Washington? You will be glad you did! Clocking the worlds highest wind velocity at 231 mph, Mount Washington is the highest summit in the northeastern US at 6288 feet. If your time in New England is… Read more »
Maine’s Art Museum Trail? Not what one usually thinks about when considering Maine however, the Pine Tree State (as Maine is often known) may well have attracted more artists than any other state except New York. As of this year, the Maine Art Museum Trail is comprised of a circuit of eight museums. Most well… Read more »
Maine has really hit it big on that national food scene in the past few years, and with good reason. With so much fresh seafood, amazing locally grown beef, and an abundance of fresh produce, there has never been a better time to partake in one of the many food tours offered in Portland, just… Read more »
