Take in Maine’s colorful fall foliage in comfort and style while riding aboard the Belfast and Moosehead Lake Railroad! The more than 150-year-old rail line offers a variety of round-trip rail excursions between Unity and Burnham, ME every year, Memorial Day through October. There’s nothing quite as spectacular as Maine’s fantastic fall foliage show. The …
Read MoreMaritime history and lighthouse enthusiasts will enjoy a trip to the Maine Lighthouse Museum in Rockland, ME. The museum contains a fascinating collection of Coast Guard memorabilia and lighthouse artifacts, including the largest collection of lighthouse lenses in the United States! Lighthouses are as iconic as they are picturesque, evoking a range of emotions in …
Read MoreAnyone wanting an expansive eyeful of Maine’s iconic coastline should consider a visit to the summit of Mount Battie in Camden Hills State Park, just a half hour’s drive south of Captain Nickels Inn. The park offers numerous trails and panoramic views of Penobscot Bay that you don’t have to hike to see. Camden Hills …
Read MoreWhat is more iconic in Maine than lobsters? What better way to spend an afternoon than having the experience of a real Maine lobster boat tour! Join an actual lobsterman as they travel Maine’s coast, pulling up traps, and harvesting lobsters. Yes, Maine is famous for its lobster and our lobstermen are responsible for 80% …
Read MoreYou may wonder why there are so many grand mansions in Searsport’s bustling but charming small town, including our Italianate-style Captain Nickels Inn. Along with museums, shops, restaurants, and outdoor activities, make sure you put a drive-by of the historic homes on your list of best things to do in Searsport, Maine. In the 19th …
Read MoreYou know summer has arrived in Maine when you can view the pleasure boats on the water. Summer is the time to celebrate Maine Windjammer Days, and there are many to choose from! What exactly is a windjammer? The modern version of the term means a traditional sailing vessel operated in an old-fashioned way: no …
Read MoreCommon Ground Country Fair is a beloved, Maine autumn tradition, drawing hundreds of exhibitors, thousands of attendees, and a whole host of fun, family activities and events to attend. This year’s event will be held September 20th through the 22nd, 2024 at the fairgrounds in Unity, ME. There’s nothing quite like a country fair to …
Read MoreWe know that your vacation time may be limited, and you want to maximize both the fun and relaxation quotient. Consider an extended getaway to Maine, specifically Penobscot Bay, Maine. To show you just an inkling of why we love this area so much, we have put together a 3-day itinerary exploring Penobscot Bay, Maine. …
Read MoreOur list of best fall foliage tours in MidCoast Maine will take you to the ocean, up mountains, and walking through blueberry fields. Each of these areas creates a microcosm of weather, producing fall color in a slow wash from north to south, and west to east. This gives you more time to plan your …
Read MoreThe Maine Maritime Academy is a small but highly rated college located in Castine, Maine. Those attending classes or with family or friends at the school will be happy to learn that it’s just a half hour’s drive from Captain Nickels Inn. The Maine Maritime Academy was created in 1941 to train merchant marines for …
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