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As Memorial Day approaches, many businesses in Maine are gearing up for what could be a very busy summer season.

Internet searches related to Maine destinations are up, new flights are flocking to the state's airports, and tourism officials are optimistic.

There's general agreement that this summer's business levels should be better than in 2020, during the early days of the pandemic. Whether Maine's seasonal commerce will approach or surpass pre-COVID levels is unclear, however.

Will this summer's tourism industry in Maine near the highs seen in 2019, before the pandemic?
Yes (77%, 191 VOTES)
No (23%, 57 VOTES)
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Sponsored by: OTELCO

As Memorial Day approaches, many businesses in Maine are gearing up for what could be a very busy summer season.

Internet searches related to Maine destinations are up, new flights are flocking to the state's airports, and tourism officials are optimistic.

There's general agreement that this summer's business levels should be better than in 2020, during the early days of the pandemic. Whether Maine's seasonal commerce will approach or surpass pre-COVID levels is unclear, however.

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7 Comments

  • May 5, 2021

    The number will approach the 2019 numbers, but should we allow that to happen. We are averaging 10 to 20 times the numbers of cases per day that we averaged last year, and our Governor is opening the state up. Why? Is the health of Maine citizens no longer important, or were last year's shutdowns completely political?

  • Colleen Osselaer
    May 4, 2021

    The issue is going to be can we handle the crowds with much less staff. As a small business, we can't find local people who are willing to work for minimum wage or slightly above. (Too many are making more than that sitting at home). As of today there will be no J-1 Visas being issued. Don't get me wrong, we want them to come, our survival relies on it, we're just not sure how we can mange on a skeleton crew. It's a double edged sword.

  • May 3, 2021

    With a lot of people getting vaccinated, we all should look forward to a busy season!

  • May 3, 2021

    The loss of tourism from Canada and the potential loss of cruise ships will significantly reduce the amount of tourism compared to pre-pandemic. In addition, dine-in for restaurants is not yet viable due to state restrictions. We will however see a considerable increase in food trucks/carts, takeout and delivery. Folks need to eat, but we will not see pre-pandemic levels this season.

  • May 3, 2021

    Based on my work load and knowledge of the Maine market my perspective is that this summer and fall seasons are going to be a blowout.........far ahead of 2019.