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Fewer tourists traveled to Maine this past summer, report finds

The number of tourists visiting Maine was down this past summer, according to a summer visitor tracking report from the Maine Tourism Office. The report shows 9 percent fewer visitors came to the state compared to last year.

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Maine's winter tourism is on the rise, new report shows

MAINE, USA — While Maine is known for its summer tourism rush, more and more visitors are opting to visit during winter months, a new report suggests. While summer remains a peak season, the Maine Office of Tourism reports a 9.3% increase in winter visitors this past year, despite a 9% drop in summer tourism this summer.

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Maine sees 9% drop in tourists compared to last summer

Maine saw about 9% fewer tourists this summer compared to 2023, in part because of less available housing and fewer visitors staying with friends and family or in second homes.

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Summer Tourism is Maine Dropped 9% in 2024

Nearly half of visitors ate lobster in Maine last summer during their 2024 summer vacation, while 40% visited brew pubs or craft breweries, which was similar to 2023’s survey. And 45% enjoyed water activities, such as going to the southern Maine beaches, while 58% shopped during their visit.

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Maine Office of Tourism still optimistic despite decline in visitors to state

Maine may have seen a drop in tourism this summer compared to previous years, but while the number of visitors declined, ...

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The Worst Tourist Traps in Maine: What to Skip

Maine is a haven for seafood lovers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone seeking the charm of New England. But not all attrac ...

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Increase in H-2B work visas welcome news for Maine tourism and hospitality

H-2B work visas are non-agricultural employment visas that allow businesses in the U.S. to hire temporary, seasonal, ...

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One of the Best Places in the World to Visit During December is in Maine

Good Housekeeping named 24 places around the globe that deserve a visit in December and their list including a surprising ...

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Maine winter tourism grows despite shorter, warmer seasons

Maine’s summer tourism season gets a lot of attention, but recent winter tourism numbers show that travelers don't sleep when the snow flies. The state saw a 9.3% jump in the number of tourists ...

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'It's just great to have them:' Maine businesses excited about increase of H-2B visas

State leaders are celebrating the additional 65,000 H-2B visas that are expected to be available nationwide. “It’s just great to have them,” The Edgewater Assistant General Manager Heather Rice said.

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Bar Harbor hosts Bed Races post summer tourism season

Following the Early Bird pajama sale for local businesses was the 2024 Bed Races, put on by the Bar Harbor Chamber of ...

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Dept. of Homeland Security approves additional temporary work visas for non-citizens

Maine senators Susan Collins and Angus King joined other senators in a push to increase the number of H-2B visas.

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