Monica & Robert
Things To Do & See
Boda Thai Restaurant
If you're coming from Portland or Points South, stop here if you have time. It's where we had our first date. We sat in the corner at the bar. It's one of the best in the city.
Run of the Mill Public House & Brewery
Twenty minutes south of Portland. Located right on the water in an old Mill this is one of our favorite restaurants during warm weather with a gorgeous view if you sit outside on the expansive deck.
Portland Museum of Art
For my birthday in 2017 we spent the whole day in the museum looking at art and having fun, afterwards we went to eat at Taco Escobar down the street.
33 Elmwood
On a cold snowy night in March we had our third date here. It's a blast; with bocce, large and candlepin bowling, and good food.
Portland Head Light
One of Maine's most famous lighthouses, its just outside Portland and has a gorgeous view of the rocky coast.
Back Cove Trail
Four plus miles around a beautiful loop with views of the city scape, it's Monica and Whitney's favorite place for a long walk or run.
Top of the East
Lounge at the top of the Westin in Portland. Views of the city and Casco Bay are unparalleled.
Fore and Commercial Streets
Named the Old Port, this is one of Portland's most popular areas to eat, dine, sight see, shop, and explore. Cobblestone streets, busy fisherman, small businesses, local art, bars, and outdoor seating give the area its charm.
Eastern Promenade
Incredible views of the bay and islands from the top, walking or biking trails down on the water. Food trucks often park on the street until mid afternoon in warm weather months.
Portland Schooner Co.
Staying in the area for a few extra days? Enjoy a cruise on the water in one of their incredibly maintained windjammer from the early 1900s. They also offer special sails; such as wine tasting, oyster & wine event, and an evening with catered dinner. Inquire on their site.
Sebago Lake
One of Maine's busier lakes in the warmer months.
Cellardoor Winery
Two hours from Portland, Rob and I spent the day here at a summer event early on in our relationship. It remains one of our favorite days together. The landscape is breathtaking and there are many cute coastal towns nearby, like Camden and Rockport.
Vena's Fizz House
One of Monica's favorite bars in the city, she and her sister go here every time she visits without fail.
The Maine Brew Bus
One of Portland's most fun things to do in warmer weather, check out the website to see what tours they offer to the many craft breweries in the city.
The Holy Donut
Maine's famous potato donuts, they are popular, and usually very busy with a line out the door. There are two Portland locations, head to the one on Park Ave for less business. Monica's favorite flavor is the dark chocolate sea salt. Their iced coffee is also unmatched.
Tandem Coffee and Bakery
Their breakfast sandwich is a favorite among most everyone, Monica used to live down the street and walked here often for breakfast.
Mount Tire'm
Hiking in Waterford for those who want to get outdoors during the weekend. The view at the top overlooks Bear Pond where the Inn is.
Peaks Island
A beautiful island just off of Portland is home to the reggae fest every Sunday in the summer, beautiful Peaks Island Inn, sand and rock beaches, golf carts to rent to drive around, and delicious ice cream just off the ferry.
Botanical Gardens Drive
The summer month here are incredible, if you can, get here. It’s magical. Recommend getting a tickets beforehand. Roughly 60 to 90 minutes north of Portland.
Two Lights State Park
This is likely the most popular place to get a lobster roll, picnic tables over looking the ocean and the beautiful coast of Maine make the experience all the more unique and memorable.