HospitalityMaine

To find out what’s trending across the state this year, Mainebiz checked in with city officials, real estate professionals and others in the know.

The promotional campaign features price specials at restaurants, breweries and cafes from Jan. 8 through March 26.

Bar Harbor has been named the country's best small town to visit in 2025 by U.S. News & World Report.

Here's a roundup of foodie news across the state, including coffee shop trends, new menus and products, and a thwarted threat to the wages for Portland restaurant workers.

The Weldon is at 54 York St., though without any signage or evidence of a hotel lobby. The property has 13 one- and two-bedroom suites.

HospitalityMaine and Husson University are partnering to offer the trade group's members and employees discounts on education costs.

Scenery and "wallet-friendly" attractions helped keep Maine on the WalletHub list of best states for a road trip.

Abbe Chabot served for 20 years as a Maine State Police detective, and is now a manager with Dirigo Risk Management Solutions. Among other things, the firm trains businesses in active shooter response.

The Maine seafood wholesaler and restaurant chain will have a location inside Fenway Park, on the first-base concourse, and another just steps outside the park on Jersey Street.

The head of HospitalityMaine is bullish on Maine hotel and restaurant businesses in 2024 despite staffing challenges and rising costs.