🌟 Let’s Explore the Hidden Gem of Maine This Weekend! 🚗💨

Welcome to Kittery — the very first town in Maine, also known as the “Gateway to Maine” 🚪🌲! Located just 1 hour from Boston, this charming small town is packed with stories and surprises at every corner. Today, I’m bringing you the ultimate Kittery guide — fun, food, and scenery all in one go! 📍 Fort McClary State Historic Site 📸 A must-visit for vintage vibes! This 19th-century coastal fort is brimming with history. Overlooking the Piscataqua River, it offers stunning views and makes for the perfect moody, British-style photo backdrop. Don’t miss it if you love all things retro! 🏰📷 📍 Fort Foster Park 🌅 Unreal sunset views! This seaside park is ideal for picnics. Bring your bestie or your sweetheart, lay out a blanket, feel the ocean breeze, and snap some Instagram-worthy shots. The evening glow here is absolutely magical! 🧺✨ 📍 Kittery Point 🛥️ Experience authentic Maine fishing village life! Escape the city noise and enjoy the peaceful docks and gentle sway of fishing boats. It’s slow living at its finest. And yes — you have to try the lobster roll here. Super fresh and legit! 🦞❤️ 📍 Seapoint Beach 🌊 A hidden gem of a beach! Quiet and serene, perfect if you prefer uncrowded shores. Take a walk, collect seashells, and let the Atlantic breeze wash your worries away. Pure therapy. 🐚🌊 🛍️ Shopping Spree: Kittery Premium Outlets Who can resist a good deal? With over 60 designer outlet stores — from Nike to Coach — you’ll find steals you won’t see in big cities. Perfect for scoring those trendy items! 👟💼 P.S. Wear comfy shoes… or you’ll regret it! 😉 🍽️ Bob’s Clam Hut 🦪 Home of champion clam strips & lobster rolls! This iconic roadside shack is famous for its juicy fried clams and generously stuffed lobster rolls. Highly recommended by locals — a can’t-miss! 🏆🍔 🍽️ Chauncey Creek Lobster Pier 🦞 A lobster feast by the river! Open-air seating + incredibly fresh lobster + picnic vibes = perfection! There’s nothing like enjoying great food surrounded by nature. True food therapy. 🌳🍴 📍 Kittery Art Association 🎨 Artsy small-town charm! A cozy gallery featuring works by local artists — full of creative energy and perfect for art lovers. You might even find one-of-a-kind handmade souvenirs! 🖼️✨ #StudyInUS #LifeInUS #BostonLife #MyUniStory #BostonHousing #WeekendVibes #StudyAbroad #RoadTrip #WeekendGetaway