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 Continuing our weekend excursion to Maine just before we departed, we added in a boat tour. The tour was a short 90-minute powerboat cruise departing from Perkins Cove and taking in the major sights, including the Lighthouse. We departed at 10:00 and were treated to a very smooth adventure.  The boat was comfortable; we all had seats and were not packed into tight rows.  The crew was amicable and helpful.  The tour guide provided just the right amount of commentary and answered everyone’s questions.  The tour itself covered all the lovely new homes along the shore and the history of the Lighthouse and the Lobster business. The cruise was quick but well worth the modest price. I am looking forward to the next one. HOMES ALONG THE WAY LEAVING PERKINS COVE LIGHTHOUSE APPROACH 2 LIGHTHOUSE APPROACH LIGHTHOUSE KEEPERS HOME LIGHTHOUSE MORE COASTAL HOMES UNDERWAY

During our expedition to Maine, we stayed at a beautiful place call Sparhawk Oceanfront Resort .  The experience was that of a resort, but the price was remarkably modest at about $200 a night for two nights.  The rooms were all clean, fresh, and well-appointed with all the standard amenities.  The rooms had sweeping panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean that are unrivaled.  The team was sharp, clean, brisk, and very helpful.  Check-in and out process was efficient and less than 5 minutes total.  Continental breakfast, including plenty of good coffee, pastries, bread, Hard boiled eggs, and cereals, is provided.    An additional attraction is a Marginal Way, a seaside walkway starting at Sparhawk and following the shoreline about 2 miles down to Perkins Cove.   Along the way are spectacular views of the Maine coast, beaches, the Atlantic Ocean, and of course, on the land side, restaurants, hotels, and shops to enjoy along the way.   The walkway ends at Perkins cove with a cluster of sho

  On a rare occasion, we venture off Long Island, and last week we, with a few friends, decide to explore Maine for a 3-day excursion.  One place we stopped was the Muddy Rudder in Yarmouth ME.  From the outside, the restaurant presents the quintessential quaint Maine restaurant on a river look and feel [1].  Inside, the dining spaces both inside and out are bright open, and airy.  The tables all have an unobstructed view of the river and meadow beyond, including deer strolling.   The menu is extensive, with many appetizers, seafood, chicken, and meat dishes to select from the main course and sides. Of particular note was the Lobster Egg Rolls, packed with lobster and plated with a sweet chili lime dipping sauce. The New England Clam chowder was also a winner, thick creamy and packed with clams.   For the mains [2], we had the Lobster Croissant and side Caesar, the baked Haddock with a side of Lobster Mac N cheese, a large bowl of mussels, and an “Easy Lobster” with rudder beans a