22 October, 2018
A
waterfront town par excellence, Portland sums up what the
American East Coast truly means; lobster and oysters by the
bucketful followed by long walks (in this case along the Eastern
Promenade), the sea breeze on your face and a picturesque
lighthouse in the distance. Once you’ve had enough crisp air, cosy
up in a cheap and cheerful waterfront pub with a pint.
Make the most of Portland by spending as much time as possible
drinking in the salty surroundings. Amble between rows of red-brick
houses in the Old Port, pop between old-fashioned shops and L.L.
Bean and watch wooden sailboats float by the fishing wharves. If
you’re lucky enough to snag a boat ride yourself, jet over to Peaks
Island for an afternoon. Drizzly days are great for visiting the
Roux & Cyr International Fine Art Gallery.
Eventide Oyster Co. is a bright and airy space that’s brimming
with same-day catches for lunch and dinner. Book in here for a
buzzy Saturday evening spent sampling cold-water Belon oysters and
fresh-as-can-be Maine lobster – either whole or in a brioche
roll.
An autumnal American pilgrimage also wouldn’t be complete
without some sweet treats – and we’re not talking about
pumpkin-spice lattes. Check out The Holy Donut for potato delights
in flavours ranging from maple bacon to toasted coconut with ginger
glaze. For an all-American excursion worthy of Grease and
Riverdale, make a pit stop at Beal’s Old-Fashioned Ice Cream.
A sailor at heart.
The autumnal months are perfect for
catching the vibrant colours of the northeast while avoiding peak
summer season.
Doppelgängers of Gossip Girl’s Nate Archibald.
Button-ups and Fair Isle everything – this is the place to go
preppy or go home.
Cruise into Portland International Jetport just two miles from
downtown.