Greetings from one of the farthest points East in the U.S.A. Certainly the farthest East we've ever been on our travels. Bar Harbor, Maine. Ok, we're not there now, but were earlier today, as evidenced in the photo of the whale sculpture and those two travelers. Bar Harbor is quite the congested tourist destination. But good food, great harbor and lovely little town.
Tonight we arrived at our destination of Belfast, Maine early. A great mom & pop motel, the Bar Harbor Inn. Got in some pool time and a walk around the point and ocean front about a 100 yards from our room. Got a great Maine Lobster meal at Young's Lobster Pound. And a great deal. Two, one pound and quarter lobsters for under $30! Folks sit on Young's dock, bring their own beer and wine, gather for great times and eat their fill of lobsters, steamers and clams.
On our ride down from Bar Harbor, we visited Fort Point and the River Light on the point, next to Fort Pownall, a French and Indian War and Revolutionary War era fort. The lighthouse is a stationary light visible up to 10 miles. The old fog warning bell and bell tower are still there.
The evening is a lit by a full moon and the temperature are near perfect for an evening.
We'll wrap up week one in Kennebunk on one of Maine's beaches. Can't think of a better way to spend any Friday. Some more real R&R before we hit the walking hard partaking in historic Boston and the surrounding points of significance.
3 comments:
Russ, Bethy, Evan-
Sounds like you're having a great time on a much needed vacation, continue to have fun! Take care & safe travels.
Jackie
Hi guys !!
Love following your trip, it's much cheaper this way!! Be safe & enjoy every minute.
Love ya
Barb
Looks like you're having fun!! I've always wanted to see the east coast, looks really neat! Safe travels.
Chris
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