Maine tourism industry experts expect strong travel season

SUN JOURNAL • May 9, 2021

Maine tourism experts say that bookings are up, and many businesses are optimistic for a strong travel season. Easing restrictions on outdoor masking and travel into Maine, as well as increasing vaccination rates, have given the tourism industry a much-needed boost following a 2020 season which saw 27% fewer visitors. According to a survey distributed last week by the Maine Tourism Association, more than a fifth of 155 respondents said they expect business for Memorial Day weekend to be better than in a normal year.