The Perfect Weekend Getaway: Bar Harbor, Maine

In the need of a vacation but lacking the PTO to take a long trip. This is the constant problem I run into unfortunately time off is not abundant in this country. One easy weekend trip you can take is to Bar Harbor, Maine. This small town is amazing, with tons of shopping, and that amazing Maine lobster. One day here and you will be instantly ready to move - until you remember the harsh Winters. This town is minuets from Acadia National Park and has multiple airports near by two being under an hour away. That way your trip isn't just sitting in a car or on a plane. You can easily make this an amazing two day trip and below is my suggested itinerary for a perfect weekend.

Day One:

• Jordan's Restaurant for Breakfast (or any place downtown Bar Harbor has amazing food really just find the place that is best for you!)

• Whale Watching Tour - or any other offered tours that may interest you.

• Grab some quick lunch and head over to Acadia National Park to do the Ocean View Trail (See my Tips & Tricks: Acadia National Park Blog for more information). This easy path will be nice and simple to give you a chance to wind down and see some Maine beauty.

• Hit some shops and grab some dinner downtown Bar Harbor before going back and crashing to prepare for the early wake up next day.

Day Two:

• Head to Cadillac Mountain to watch the Sunrise over the first place in the continental US!

• Beehive Trail in Arcadia National Park - A little more intense of a hike be sure its something you are ready for. If its to intense for you then switch it out for the Jordan Pond Hike or even just a few of they key point stops in Acadia.

• Grab Some Lunch and head to the airport.