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Information on Maine with single trip travel insurance from Essential Travel
The state of Maine is mostly covered in scenic wilderness but also contains some appealing cities and resorts. This lovely state is known for its excellent wild lands, forests, camping and hiking. Mount Desert Island is home to Acadia National Park and is accessible by car ferry from the mainland. Maine is also well-known for its plentiful lobster, which can be had in the many seafood restaurants.
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Getting There
several major American carriers serve Portland and Bangor; however, those travelling from overseas may need to fly through New York City, Boston, Philadelphia or Chicago. Amtrak trains make four daily trips on the Down Easter between Boston and Portland. By road, I-95 parallels the Atlantic coast through Boston, after which it strikes northeast across New Hampshire and along the southern Maine coast before heading north for the Canadian border.
Safety
There are many beautiful wilderness areas to explore in Maine, with camping and hiking as popular activities. However, visitors should be careful while participating in outdoor activities. Additionally, driving can place you at risk of accident or injury. It’s advisable to take out travel insurance before heading to Maine on holiday.
Weather in Maine
Summers here are generally moderate while the winters are cold and snowy. In the higher elevations of Baxter State Park the snow fall is very heavy. July is the warmest month with January being the coldest.
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