PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • March 19, 2025
Why, if we see a dip in tourism, I propose that we take the opportunity to Make Summer Great Again — for us. I’m talking about staycationing to the fullest — doing all those things we say “we can do anytime we want” but don’t. The things we can’t bring ourselves to spend the money on because they’re in our backyard. It’s hard to say right now how tourists will feel come summer, considering the pace at which decisions are being made and reversed. When it becomes clear how much of a dent politically motivated travel decisions will actually make, we’ll be here. And if the hospitality folks meet us halfway — maybe extend those Maine resident discounts beyond the least desirable months — I’ll happily step up.