After stuffing ourselves full of food, we walked around Christopher Columbus Park and enjoyed the scenic harbor.

Next up was Old South Church, one of the oldest churches in the US. The architecture was stunning.

We wandered through Boston Common, posed with some frogs and encountered some very friendly squirrels.

We found ourselves at Fenway Park before finding the only REI in Boston!

A quick stop at our hotel before heading to dinner. A friend recommended Giacomos in the South End. I ordered the special of the day - Basil Pesto Ravioli. It was delicious!

We didn’t want the day to end so made the trek across the river to see Harvard. I think we automatically got smarter just by walking around the campus. Instead of a nightcap, we got ice cream at one of the local creameries.

Last stop of the night was Harvard Bridge where we witnessed a gorgeous sunset. Great way to end the day!

On our walk to getting the car, we were lucky enough to pass Granary Burying Ground, the final resting place of several historical figures. Most noteably is Paul Revere. Placing a penny on his grave supposedly brings good luck.

My personal favorite was John Hancock’s tombstone. It made me chuckle!

We finally made it to the rental car location. I couldn’t resist a photo in front of the Piperi sign.

Back to the room to pack up before heading north. Goodbye Boston! We will be back!

We had an awesome lunch at a cute little brewery in town. It was the best fried pork tenderloin sandwich that I have ever eaten!

Afterwards, we spent about an hour popping in and out of the local stores. I even came across a Wyland wall!

This one needs a bit of work to restore it to its original beauty. Portsmouth was great! So glad we stopped here on our way to Maine!

We couldn’t resist exploring the fort sitting on top of the hill!

One of my favorite pictures taken was the views seen through the windows.

This little place was a great introduction to Maine!

After soaking in this majestic sight, we travelled into Kennebunkport to find a highly rated ice cream shop!

The Goat Cheese Blackberry Chambord was worth the trip!

This hike required you to use handrails and ladders before reaching the summit. There were plenty of opportunities to stop and take photos along the way.

Once at the top, you are rewarded with gorgeous views of Sand Beach and the surrounding area.

Although it was rated as difficult, we had no issues with this trail. I loved all the climbing!

This hike was totally different. It was a leisurely walk along the cliffs with views at every turn. We started out overlooking Sand Beach with its golden sand and crystal blue water.

Then, you find yourself standing above the Atlantic Ocean with waves crashing into the cliffs below.

This trail was way more scenic than the first and was definitely my favorite that we did in Acadia.

The back of the beach provided spectacular views of the Beehive Trail that we did earlier that morning.

All that hiking warranted a little bit of beach time rest and relaxation.

The water looked so inviting. Looks were deceiving. The sign posted as you entered the beach area welcomed visitors to 56 degree water!

Did that stop us from going in? No way...it was something we had to cross off our list experiences. Yes, it was freezing!

I couldn’t resist the opportunity to go rock hopping.

I made it to the big boulder without falling into water!

At the end of the hike, we stopped at the Jordan Pond House where we enjoyed their famous popovers and jam while overlooking the lake. They were delicious!

Our last night in Acadia was celebrated with a spectacular, cloud filled sunset.

We waited around for over 30 minutes. Thankfully, we dressed warm and brought a blanket. It was way colder than we thought!

Afterwards, we headed into Bar Harbor for a quick breakfast at Jeannie’s Great Maine Breakfast before starting our drive Southto Portland.

We had a little run in with the police not too long after we left the park. It was early in the morning, and they wanted to make sure my legal pass wasn’t done under the influence of drugs or alcohol. It took some convincing, especially since I had no idea if we were headed to Rockport or Rockland. The officer didn’t appreciate our idea of a road trip!

After we were left off with a warning, we stopped in a small little town to collect sea glass and stretch our legs.

Next stop...Rockland!

We were in no hurry to get to our next destination so decided to explore the beach. We spent over an hour searching for sea glass and enjoying the sunshine. The Maine coastline is beautiful!

The bathhouse was awesome! Cedar planks and upscale bath products made you feel like you were in a 5 star hotel. They even had a hairdryer!

The phone charging stations nearby were a nice touch. They thought of everything. It would be nice to have something similar closer to DC.

Dinner was at an iconic pit stop on Route 1, Moody’s Diner. The food was mediocre but it was fun knowing that you were eating in a place that has been serving tourists food since 1927. We did try one of their famous Whoopie Pies. I was skeptical but, it was actually really good.

We headed back camp and spent some time relaxing around the fire before heading to bed.

After lunch, we headed down to the boat to begin our whale-watching adventure. The ride out of the harbor was gorgeous. The coast was littered with the cutest beach bungalows. We also passed two picture perfect lighthouses.

It didn’t take long for the captain to find the first whale. We followed this poor guy around for about an hour waiting for him to surface for air.

By the end of the trip, we had seen two different species of whales, sea turtles, dolphins and sea lions! Well worth the investment.

We were both in love with this town, so we decided to stay a little longer and explore the shops. I definitely could see myself living here!

Our last night camping wouldn’t have been complete without sitting by the fire as the sun set.

We still found a few hours to stop in Freeport and visit the original LL Bean Store before heading south.

A quick detour in Yarmouth for lunch where we discovered Clayton’s Cafe. This unassuming roadside sandwich shop served up the most amazing buffalo chicken corn chowder. I still dream about that soup!

We were exhausted by the time we reached Portland. We grabbed dinner at a small gastropub before settling in for the night. Having an actual bed to sleep on was great!

We spent a few hours exploring the shops before heading to a nearby beach. Of course, we couldn’t resist stopping to see one more Maine lighthouse. I’m glad we did. This one was one of the more picturesque ones we saw.

A few hours of rest and relaxation on the beach was just what we needed after the last few days of adventures.

Goodbye New England! Can’t wait to come back again soon.