CLASSIC 14TH EDITION

The release of a new guidebook is rarely a cause for celebration. But every once in a great while even a simple travel book earns a place of special recognition. More than twenty-five years ago, Christina Tree set off in her car with her young sons to explore the entire state of Maine, researching and visiting rental cottages, ice cream stands, beaches, and more. The result was Maine: An Explorer's Guide—the first-ever complete travel guide to Vacationland. Published in 1981, this first edition of what would become known as “the Maine Bible” was a mere 185 pages.

Much has changed in twenty-five years. Now with more than 1,000 restaurant, B&B, and shopping recommendations, Maine: An Explorer's Guide has sold more than 200,000 copies, and has given birth to a critically-admired and expanding travel series that covers destinations throughout the U.S.

Along with Nancy English, Christina Tree continues to hit the road every two years for months at a time to make sure that all the information in Maine: An Explorer's Guide is the most honest, up-to-date, and comprehensive info available.

As most modern guides seem to be losing their authoritative voice (and risk losing the role of the guide in guidebook), Maine: An Explorer's Guide gives travelers the tools and knowledge they need to discover every corner of the state. Whether a traveler is looking for that perfect traditional Maine sporting camp, an outfitter to guide a rafting trip, trailheads, artists' colonies, historic homes, or museums, this most comprehensive guide to the state continues to have the answers.

Now this longest running guide in the Explorer's Guide series features complete coverage of Portland's Old Port, a recently revitalized and hip city destination.

This guide also includes:

• Hundreds of dining recommendations, from lobster pounds to four-star restaurants
• Up-to-date regional and downtown maps
• An Alphabetical “What's Where” subject guide to aid in trip planning
• Handy icons that point out places of extra value, family- and pet-friendly establishments, wheelchair access, and popular wedding venues

Praise for Maine: An Explorer's Guide:

“As essential as a Swiss Army Knife in the north woods or a compass on the coast . . . thoughtfully organized, easy to use, sparing with soaring description and wonderfully profligate with minor details.” —Wayne Curtis, The New York Times

“No wonder they call this the 'original Maine bible.'” —Chicago Tribune

“The most encyclopedic and useful guide to the state.” —Travel + Leisure

Maine: An Explorer's Guide is “the most helpful and well-researched.” —Condé Nast Traveler

$21.95 (Can. $24.00)
0-88150-793-5
14th edition publishes in May 2008
6 x 9, 704 pages, paperback, b&w photographs, maps, index