13 Reasons Why You Should Never, Ever Move To Maine
By Michelle|Published December 14, 2016
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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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We spend a lot of time telling you all about the great things to do in Maine. From hiking trails to restaurants and all the fun things in between, we certainly spend a great deal of time trying to convince people to love it here. But, maybe it’s time we spent some time reminding people why Maine might not be the greatest place to live. We love our tourists, but here are a few reasons why those who visit might want to reconsider actually moving here!
Maine's sunrises are not to be missed. Not only can you see the absolute first sunrise in the US in Maine, but you also have three options for viewing depending on the season. You'll want to head to either Mars Hill, Cadillac Mountain or Lubec. From late March to mid-September, you'll want to head to Mars Hill for first light. But, from mid-September through the first week of October you should head to Quoddy Head. If you want to work for your view and see it from Cadillac Mountain, you have some more time. Be there between mid-October and early March and you'll be greeted by America's first light.
Forget about those catchy Taylor Swift songs, you're going to need to learn The Counties song if you want to be a real Mainer. Get ready to tart singing, "Cumberland and Franklin, Piscataquis and Kennebec..." for no good reason at all.
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4. If being around other people makes you happy, you might want to pick a new state.
There are so many wonderful and empty, serene spaces in Maine that it's easy to get lost in your own world. If that's not your thing, stay put in another place!
Nope. Not going to happen after living in Maine! You'll quickly realize that there's simply no place better.
Okay, so maybe we were too late with this article and you’re already planning a move. Check out this article for some of the most Maine houses you can possibly find. You might as well go all out if you’re heading north!
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