10 Undeniable Differences Between The Northern And Southern Parts of Maine
By Michelle|Published March 12, 2018
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Michelle
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Michelle's life is a colorful map of exploration and adventure. From the iconic streets of New York to the sunny shores of Florida, the jagged coast of Maine to the rugged terrain of Montana, she's been fortunate to call some of America's most beautiful states home. Beyond the U.S., Michelle's wanderlust has taken her on a motorcycle journey through India, led her to teach English in Hanoi, and saw her studying Spanish in Guatemala. Michelle graduated with a communications degree from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and in addition to a career in advertising has worked with OnlyInYourState since 2016, where her love for travel and storytelling converges. Alongside writing and exploring, Michelle finds joy in photography, staying active, and time with her family.
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In Maine, we might all have the same area code, but that doesn’t mean we have everything in common. In fact, being in the same state just might be the ONLY thing a lot of Mainers have in common. Depending on where you live, life could look very different. There’s no denying the differences between life in northern and southern Maine! From food to language to terrain, here are the biggest differences you’ll find in these regions.
No, not the actual timezone but the way time goes by. Mainers tend to take things slow, but nowhere are things as relaxed as in places like The County. Take some time to unwind on a porch and you'll understand what we mean.
Southern Maine has Portland, but you'll notice things that remarkably more quaint as you move north. Despite there being some legitimately large towns, most have a decidedly smaller feel.
As we're seeing this winter, nobody's safe from the snow. While coastal areas might get less snow even up north, those further inland are dealing with amounts that southerners can't even imagine!
You won't find it all the time, but if you're up north at the right time of year you may be treated to the northern lights. Those in Portland, you're out of luck when it comes to magical sky displays. Sorry.
No matter where you live, there’s one thing we all have in common. The love for Maine and exploring her many trails. To explore the state with kids in tow, check out these 12 fun kid-friendly hikes in Vacationland!
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