BAR HARBOR

Bar Harbor, or Baa-Haaabaah as it’s affectionally known in these parts, is a quintessential New England town. Located on Mount Desert Island, Maine, this little town has a year round population of approximately 6,000, a number that balloons during the summer months as the seasonal workers roll into town to support the massive influx of both land and cruise tourists during that time of year.

Bar Harbor sits to the east of the island, in Frenchman’s Bay, and has the stunning backdrop of Cadillac Mountain in the Acadia National Park, where it’s summit, due to its elevation and geographic location, is the first place in the mainland United States to see the sunrise. One of the best ways to explore the park is via the 27 mile Park Loop Road.

Most visitors do come for the Acadia National Park (it has over 3 million annual visitors), however Bar Harbor itself is a major draw, with its cute shops, green spaces, and amazing food and breweries. Don’t miss out on those lobster rolls!

If you’ve visited before and are looking for something different, perhaps try out kayaking in the bay, whale watching, or if you want a unique perspective on the park, try out a helicopter tour!

5 Must See Sights in Old San Juan

Often seen as the architectural jewel of this region, cruise visitors have the benefit of docking right at the base of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Town.

Here are 5 must see sights in a days visit to San Juan!

PORT FAST FACTS

DOCKED OR TENDERED?

Tender Port.
TERMINAL BUILDING OR PIER?

Tender arrives to a walk up a sloping dock onto a wooden pier with a cafe and tours office . souvenir shop.
WIFI AVAILABLE?

Not at the Pier.
PUBLIC RESTROOMS ASHORE?

Yes. On the pier ashore.
TOURIST INFORMATION?

Not right at the pier. The Village Green Information Center can be found by walking up Main Street.
MAPS AVAILABLE?

Sometimes at the port. Definitely at the visitor center.
TAXIs / PUBLIC TRANSPORT?

Taxis are available near the port. Also shuttles for visiting Acadia National Park leave from near the pier. The Island Explorer bus leaves from near Village Green.
ATMs / MONEY EXCHANGE?

Not right at the pier on most recent visit. ATM’s available in downtown.