Welcome to Portland, Maine!

Welcome to Portland, Maine!

Welcome to the land of the yummiest lobsters on earth – Maine. The state of Maine has plenty of these crustaceans plucked from the cold waters of the gulf. Once its main city was Portland before it was transferred to Augusta in the 1830's. More than just the economic area, the city serves as the social and cultural center of the state. The city has its own motto: Resurgam, meaning “I will rise again” akin to its seal which is the legendary bird creature, the Phoenix.There are nice places to go around Portland; some take you back in time like the Old Port where you can take a stroll. It’s nice to check out the 19th century buildings, cobblestone streets and fishing harbor. Portland is also famous for its lighthouses with its distinctive features and stories. There are urban homesteads, abandoned warehouses turned into boutiques, and galleries that feature local artists. Licenses:Photo Portland, Maine by Garden State Hiker is licensed under CC BY 2.0 _______Podcast based on audio guide Welcome to Portland, Maine! Author: Travel Communications In the podcast format you may enjoy stories remotely; if you go out and experience the audio tour on location it is adviced to use the izi.TRAVEL application that really guides you and plays stories automaticly based on your position

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Episode 14: Eastern Promenade

December 23, 2020 • 1 min
Interestingly, the license plates in Eastern Promenade, Portland perfectly describe this favorite tourist spot in one word: Vacationland. This place is truly the perfect vacation getaway for families, couples, friends and whatnots.If you’re out with your special someone, you might want to wander along Commercial Street. There you will come upon a distinctively romantic fence covered with “love locks” on the waterfront. Just like th...
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Episode 13: Portland Observatory

December 23, 2020 • 1 min
If you love History and vistas, go to the Portland Observatory. This maritime signal tower was actually built in the 1800's. It is indeed a structural marvel and it is the only known remaining tower of its kind in the U.S. The Portland Observatory has served as a beloved emblem of the city’s opulent maritime heritage. About ten years ago it became a National Historic Landmark. There are different levels and floors on the way up. Th...
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Episode 12: Eastern Cemetery

December 23, 2020 • 2 mins
And now, we are here at the Eastern Cemetery. This cemetery is not just meant to bury the dead. Today it is visited by hundreds of people from different places, not just to visit their loved ones, but also to learn about the history of the city. Did you know that the Eastern Cemetery has been serving our dearly departed since early times? And yes, it is the oldest cemetery in the city with more than 4000 burial ground plots. The ce...
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Episode 11: Residence Inn Portland Downtown

December 23, 2020 • 40 secs
The Residence Inn is the only hotel that offers all suite rooms. The hotel is near the Portland Museum of Art and 4.8 miles drive from Portland International Airport. The facilities are clean and it comes with polished studios with kitchens, desks and pull-out sofas. Free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV’s, iPod docks are also available for your comfort.Free hot breakfast is offered and a weekday social night with snacks and the convenient st...
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Episode 10: Hampton Inn Portland Downtown – Waterfront

December 23, 2020 • 38 secs
This is probably one of the many places you want to stay overnight. This contemporary hotel is just 0.9 miles far from Children’s Museum, the Theatre of Maine, and the Portland Museum of Art. You can also see the magnificent view Casco Bay and famous waterfront from here. This hotel is accessible to cobblestone streets where you can visit many boutiques, relaxing cafés, museums, and galleries; and you can watch in theaters of Maine...
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Episode 9: Portland Trails

December 23, 2020 • 1 min
And because we cannot visit everything you need to see here in Portland, let’s just take you to another place where you can be in-tuned with nature—the Portland Trails. No, we are not physically going there. We’ll just give you enough details just so you want to visit the place if you still have the time. Portland Trails is another adventure you may want to delve into while you stay here in Portland. There is so much more the city ...
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Episode 8: The Old Port

December 23, 2020 • 1 min
The Old Port can be found along Casco Bay and Fore River. It is now a commercial district with lots of bars and boutiques. This place is frequented by visitors especially during the Old Port’s festival. The Old Port festival has been going on for more than 40 years and is still going strong. If you want to eat some of the best lobster rolls on the planet then you should be here during the festivities. One of the Old Port festival’s...
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Episode 7: Portland Public Library

December 23, 2020 • 1 min
So this is the Portland Public Library. The Portland Public Library is the main library of the city, and is located here at 5 Monument Way. In this building over 94 staff members are here to assist people who love reading and books. The library has three branches located at Burbank Branch, Riverton Branch and Peaks Island branch. They also have a portable library. The population served by the library reaches about 66,194, meaning, ...
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Episode 6: Maine Historical Society and the Wadsworth-Longfellow House

December 23, 2020 • 1 min
The Old Port, Portland Maine is a district with thriving historical, artistic and cultural venues. If you are looking for a research emporium in Old Port, visit the Maine Historical Society. Just next door, don’t forget to visit one of Maine’s main jewels, the Wadsworth-Longfellow House. Both has made noteworthy contributions to the civil, literary, and artistic life in New England as well as the United States.There is a lot to enj...
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Episode 5: Portland’s Downtown District

December 23, 2020 • 1 min
Welcome to Portland’s Downtown District, where everything about Maine—from its history and the present are all rolled out into one place. In fact, if you are here, there is nothing much to ask for, really. It’s like an outdoor gigantic mall where there are lots of food stalls and fine dining restaurants to fill our bellies, clothing stores everywhere, home depots, and theaters. Only the Portland Downtown District has an amazing vie...
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Episode 4: Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine

December 23, 2020 • 1 min
Portland today is known for many tourist spots where families and friends can enjoy their weekend vacation. And there is this specific place where your kids can enjoy and at the same time learn about the history of the State and the City—the Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine. We are now at 142 Free Street Portland, in the art district of downtown, the exact location where this theater and museum are located.The museum was esta...
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Episode 3: Portland Museum of Art

December 23, 2020 • 2 mins
Whether you are a rising artist or you simply need art inspiration in your life, the Portland Museum of Art is a great place to go. It is located in the center of downtown. In the 1980’s, support for creative communities in Portland increased. The museum now flaunts over 17,000 works of art from surrealism to impressionism to contemporary art, furniture, glass and ceramic ware. The integration of art to Portland is a necessary requ...
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Episode 2: Greater Portland Landmarks

December 23, 2020 • 34 secs
And so, here we are. Welcome to Greater Portland Landmarks! This place is home to a lot of tourist destinations ranging from classic Victorian era buildings and structures as well as spacious parks and sporting arenas. Greater Portland is a bustling metropolitan area in the city with a population of more than half a million people. Some of the famous sites visited by tourists are here, which we will also pass by and visit along the...
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Episode 1: Victoria Mansion

December 23, 2020 • 2 mins
Over on this side, we have Victoria Mansion. This mansion was built by a man named Ruggles Sylvester Morse. Mr. Morse was a Main native who made his fortune through his ventures in Luxury Hotels in New Orleans. This mansion was meant as a summer home for Mr. Morse. It was built during the late 50's to early 60's. This building was designed by architect Henry Austin.Henry Austin was a well-known architect who specializes in Italiana...
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