Anyone know what’s up with Maine and tourism?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Thanks for posting this. Have you found anything like it on an official government website? Because all I have found is the Maine CDC website (https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/infectious-disease/epi/airborne/coronavirus.shtml#travel) that says

It is mandated that all out-of-state travelers coming into Maine, as well as Maine residents returning to Maine, complete a 14-day quarantine upon arrival. This means:

You need to arrive with enough food for 14 days or arrange to have food delivered to you. You cannot go out to grocery stores.
Stay at home. You cannot go out to public places.
Avoid contact with others, especially those who are at high risk of severe COVID-19 illness.

I'd love to know where the Airbnb got their guidance from.

I found this article: https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/questions-answered-guidelines-for-14-day-self-quarantine-due-to-coronavirus-covid-19/97-5208d830-b83d-428c-a913-d849ceba33c1

Has similar info as the airbnb listing.

Great, thanks! Especially as that article quotes CDC officials and says "CDC officials say people in quarantine can go for a walk, but they must wear a face mask and stay six feet apart or more from others. But they do recommend people in quarantine avoid going for walks along heavily traveled trails and be ready to keep their distance from others during chance encounters." Very useful!

[Anonymous]

All I want to do is get the heck out of NoVa and go for long walks along the beach far, far away from anyone else. Very happy not to interact with anyone else.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:All I want to do is get the heck out of NoVa and go for long walks along the beach far, far away from anyone else. Very happy not to interact with anyone else.

+1

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thanks for posting this. Have you found anything like it on an official government website? Because all I have found is the Maine CDC website (https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/infectious-disease/epi/airborne/coronavirus.shtml#travel) that says

It is mandated that all out-of-state travelers coming into Maine, as well as Maine residents returning to Maine, complete a 14-day quarantine upon arrival. This means:

You need to arrive with enough food for 14 days or arrange to have food delivered to you. You cannot go out to grocery stores.
Stay at home. You cannot go out to public places.
Avoid contact with others, especially those who are at high risk of severe COVID-19 illness.

I'd love to know where the Airbnb got their guidance from.

I found this article: https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/questions-answered-guidelines-for-14-day-self-quarantine-due-to-coronavirus-covid-19/97-5208d830-b83d-428c-a913-d849ceba33c1

Has similar info as the airbnb listing.

Great, thanks! Especially as that article quotes CDC officials and says "CDC officials say people in quarantine can go for a walk, but they must wear a face mask and stay six feet apart or more from others. But they do recommend people in quarantine avoid going for walks along heavily traveled trails and be ready to keep their distance from others during chance encounters." Very useful!

This is really good news.

It would serve the state well to put out less confusing info. It has been a mess, and is likely keeping many well intentioned people away - people who will buy gas, pay tolls, tip food deliverers, etc.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I was looking at Airbnb’s in Maine last night. It says there is a quarantine for arriving visitors but that only means you’re supposed to stay in your residence/hotel and bring your own groceries and only go to stores for emergencies. Walking and hiking outdoors away from others is allowed.

So do you think that means you'd be allowed into Acadia? That's what is holding us up. I can envision park rangers not letting in people with out of state plates who can't prove that they've quarantined for 2 weeks.

I have not seen anywhere that hiking is allowed under this batty honor system quarantine. Can you please link?

Here is the link to the Airbnb listing that has the policy in the description: https://abnb.me/KmaMY2UNF6 ——->

COVID-19 Current Update:

Starting June 1st, Maine Governor, Janet Mills will allow short term rentals and hotels but has placed an order for those who are staying in short term rentals and hotels in the state of Maine. These guidelines apply to those traveling from out of state into the state of Maine and Maine residents who are traveling back into the state.

The order calls for a 14 day quarantine for those traveling into Maine. This does not mean that you are required to stay 14 days in Maine but while you are here, you must follow these guidelines for 14 days or for the length of time that you are in Maine.

Guidelines from Governor Mills:
-Guests need to bring everything that they may need for their stay - groceries, toiletries, etc. so that when they arrive, they are not going to stores or public places to run errands. Guests may only go to a store if there is an emergency and must practice social distancing.
-Guests are not to interact with others outside of the group that they are traveling with.
-Guests must use their own car and avoid public transportation.
-Guests can participate in outdoor actives such as a walk or a hike but must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
-This is an honor system and these guidelines are expected to be followed so that “all will be well”.

Thank you! So helpful. I wish they were a little stricter (honor system is not something I think Americans do well with), and I say that as someone who very much hopes to take her Maine vacation this summer. I just don't want to put people there at risk. It's like a second home to us, so I really hope people will be respectful. Sticking to your group, bringing your own stuff, wearing a mask, and social distancing is not a tough set of asks right now.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I was looking at Airbnb’s in Maine last night. It says there is a quarantine for arriving visitors but that only means you’re supposed to stay in your residence/hotel and bring your own groceries and only go to stores for emergencies. Walking and hiking outdoors away from others is allowed.

So do you think that means you'd be allowed into Acadia? That's what is holding us up. I can envision park rangers not letting in people with out of state plates who can't prove that they've quarantined for 2 weeks.

I have not seen anywhere that hiking is allowed under this batty honor system quarantine. Can you please link?

Here is the link to the Airbnb listing that has the policy in the description: https://abnb.me/KmaMY2UNF6 ——->

COVID-19 Current Update:

Starting June 1st, Maine Governor, Janet Mills will allow short term rentals and hotels but has placed an order for those who are staying in short term rentals and hotels in the state of Maine. These guidelines apply to those traveling from out of state into the state of Maine and Maine residents who are traveling back into the state.

The order calls for a 14 day quarantine for those traveling into Maine. This does not mean that you are required to stay 14 days in Maine but while you are here, you must follow these guidelines for 14 days or for the length of time that you are in Maine.

Guidelines from Governor Mills:
-Guests need to bring everything that they may need for their stay - groceries, toiletries, etc. so that when they arrive, they are not going to stores or public places to run errands. Guests may only go to a store if there is an emergency and must practice social distancing.
-Guests are not to interact with others outside of the group that they are traveling with.
-Guests must use their own car and avoid public transportation.
-Guests can participate in outdoor actives such as a walk or a hike but must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
-This is an honor system and these guidelines are expected to be followed so that “all will be well”.

Thank you! So helpful. I wish they were a little stricter (honor system is not something I think Americans do well with), and I say that as someone who very much hopes to take her Maine vacation this summer. I just don't want to put people there at risk. It's like a second home to us, so I really hope people will be respectful. Sticking to your group, bringing your own stuff, wearing a mask, and social distancing is not a tough set of asks right now.

Quarantine in your house for 14 days before you leave,drive there without making rest stops. You won't be spreading anything. I wish *that* was the honor system, as I'd sure like to eat some Maine lobster and drink some Maine craft beer after going on my hike.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I was looking at Airbnb’s in Maine last night. It says there is a quarantine for arriving visitors but that only means you’re supposed to stay in your residence/hotel and bring your own groceries and only go to stores for emergencies. Walking and hiking outdoors away from others is allowed.

So do you think that means you'd be allowed into Acadia? That's what is holding us up. I can envision park rangers not letting in people with out of state plates who can't prove that they've quarantined for 2 weeks.

I have not seen anywhere that hiking is allowed under this batty honor system quarantine. Can you please link?

Here is the link to the Airbnb listing that has the policy in the description: https://abnb.me/KmaMY2UNF6 ——->

COVID-19 Current Update:

Starting June 1st, Maine Governor, Janet Mills will allow short term rentals and hotels but has placed an order for those who are staying in short term rentals and hotels in the state of Maine. These guidelines apply to those traveling from out of state into the state of Maine and Maine residents who are traveling back into the state.

The order calls for a 14 day quarantine for those traveling into Maine. This does not mean that you are required to stay 14 days in Maine but while you are here, you must follow these guidelines for 14 days or for the length of time that you are in Maine.

Guidelines from Governor Mills:
-Guests need to bring everything that they may need for their stay - groceries, toiletries, etc. so that when they arrive, they are not going to stores or public places to run errands. Guests may only go to a store if there is an emergency and must practice social distancing.
-Guests are not to interact with others outside of the group that they are traveling with.
-Guests must use their own car and avoid public transportation.
-Guests can participate in outdoor actives such as a walk or a hike but must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
-This is an honor system and these guidelines are expected to be followed so that “all will be well”.

Thank you! So helpful. I wish they were a little stricter (honor system is not something I think Americans do well with), and I say that as someone who very much hopes to take her Maine vacation this summer. I just don't want to put people there at risk. It's like a second home to us, so I really hope people will be respectful. Sticking to your group, bringing your own stuff, wearing a mask, and social distancing is not a tough set of asks right now.

Quarantine in your house for 14 days before you leave,drive there without making rest stops. You won't be spreading anything. I wish *that* was the honor system, as I'd sure like to eat some Maine lobster and drink some Maine craft beer after going on my hike.

Curbside pickup????

[Anonymous]

I live near Brunswick, ME. Saw my first MA plate in months. 295 and Rte 1 usually every fourth license plate is a MA or NY or elsewhere on the eve of Memorial Day weekend.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I was looking at Airbnb’s in Maine last night. It says there is a quarantine for arriving visitors but that only means you’re supposed to stay in your residence/hotel and bring your own groceries and only go to stores for emergencies. Walking and hiking outdoors away from others is allowed.

So do you think that means you'd be allowed into Acadia? That's what is holding us up. I can envision park rangers not letting in people with out of state plates who can't prove that they've quarantined for 2 weeks.

I have not seen anywhere that hiking is allowed under this batty honor system quarantine. Can you please link?

Here is the link to the Airbnb listing that has the policy in the description: https://abnb.me/KmaMY2UNF6 ——->

COVID-19 Current Update:

Starting June 1st, Maine Governor, Janet Mills will allow short term rentals and hotels but has placed an order for those who are staying in short term rentals and hotels in the state of Maine. These guidelines apply to those traveling from out of state into the state of Maine and Maine residents who are traveling back into the state.

The order calls for a 14 day quarantine for those traveling into Maine. This does not mean that you are required to stay 14 days in Maine but while you are here, you must follow these guidelines for 14 days or for the length of time that you are in Maine.

Guidelines from Governor Mills:
-Guests need to bring everything that they may need for their stay - groceries, toiletries, etc. so that when they arrive, they are not going to stores or public places to run errands. Guests may only go to a store if there is an emergency and must practice social distancing.
-Guests are not to interact with others outside of the group that they are traveling with.
-Guests must use their own car and avoid public transportation.
-Guests can participate in outdoor actives such as a walk or a hike but must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
-This is an honor system and these guidelines are expected to be followed so that “all will be well”.

Thank you! So helpful. I wish they were a little stricter (honor system is not something I think Americans do well with), and I say that as someone who very much hopes to take her Maine vacation this summer. I just don't want to put people there at risk. It's like a second home to us, so I really hope people will be respectful. Sticking to your group, bringing your own stuff, wearing a mask, and social distancing is not a tough set of asks right now.

Quarantine in your house for 14 days before you leave,drive there without making rest stops. You won't be spreading anything. I wish *that* was the honor system, as I'd sure like to eat some Maine lobster and drink some Maine craft beer after going on my hike.

You can do that. The ONLY issue might be harassment from locals, or an educational conversation with a LEO.

Honestly, harassment from locals is incredibly unlikely, especially as the summer progresses. There will be tourists, the state needs income, and most confrontational locals in Maine are libertarians.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I was looking at Airbnb’s in Maine last night. It says there is a quarantine for arriving visitors but that only means you’re supposed to stay in your residence/hotel and bring your own groceries and only go to stores for emergencies. Walking and hiking outdoors away from others is allowed.

So do you think that means you'd be allowed into Acadia? That's what is holding us up. I can envision park rangers not letting in people with out of state plates who can't prove that they've quarantined for 2 weeks.

I have not seen anywhere that hiking is allowed under this batty honor system quarantine. Can you please link?

Here is the link to the Airbnb listing that has the policy in the description: https://abnb.me/KmaMY2UNF6 ——->

COVID-19 Current Update:

Starting June 1st, Maine Governor, Janet Mills will allow short term rentals and hotels but has placed an order for those who are staying in short term rentals and hotels in the state of Maine. These guidelines apply to those traveling from out of state into the state of Maine and Maine residents who are traveling back into the state.

The order calls for a 14 day quarantine for those traveling into Maine. This does not mean that you are required to stay 14 days in Maine but while you are here, you must follow these guidelines for 14 days or for the length of time that you are in Maine.

Guidelines from Governor Mills:
-Guests need to bring everything that they may need for their stay - groceries, toiletries, etc. so that when they arrive, they are not going to stores or public places to run errands. Guests may only go to a store if there is an emergency and must practice social distancing.
-Guests are not to interact with others outside of the group that they are traveling with.
-Guests must use their own car and avoid public transportation.
-Guests can participate in outdoor actives such as a walk or a hike but must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
-This is an honor system and these guidelines are expected to be followed so that “all will be well”.

Thank you! So helpful. I wish they were a little stricter (honor system is not something I think Americans do well with), and I say that as someone who very much hopes to take her Maine vacation this summer. I just don't want to put people there at risk. It's like a second home to us, so I really hope people will be respectful. Sticking to your group, bringing your own stuff, wearing a mask, and social distancing is not a tough set of asks right now.

Quarantine in your house for 14 days before you leave,drive there without making rest stops. You won't be spreading anything. I wish *that* was the honor system, as I'd sure like to eat some Maine lobster and drink some Maine craft beer after going on my hike.

You can do that. The ONLY issue might be harassment from locals, or an educational conversation with a LEO.

Honestly, harassment from locals is incredibly unlikely, especially as the summer progresses. There will be tourists, the state needs income, and most confrontational locals in Maine are libertarians.

Actually, I kind of agree with the 14 day quarantine at home here and then drive thru to Maine.

[Anonymous]

How can you drive thru to Maine without any rest stops??

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How can you drive thru to Maine without any rest stops??

DH and I have driven to southern Maine in 9 hrs by trading off. I think we made it to Maine border before needing gas. I never really thought about where we got gas before, but I know we wanted to get to hotel first, then get gas the next day.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:How can you drive thru to Maine without any rest stops??

DH and I have driven to southern Maine in 9 hrs by trading off. I think we made it to Maine border before needing gas. I never really thought about where we got gas before, but I know we wanted to get to hotel first, then get gas the next day.

Our hotel was in Kittery, Maine, so just over NH border.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I was looking at Airbnb’s in Maine last night. It says there is a quarantine for arriving visitors but that only means you’re supposed to stay in your residence/hotel and bring your own groceries and only go to stores for emergencies. Walking and hiking outdoors away from others is allowed.

So do you think that means you'd be allowed into Acadia? That's what is holding us up. I can envision park rangers not letting in people with out of state plates who can't prove that they've quarantined for 2 weeks.

I have not seen anywhere that hiking is allowed under this batty honor system quarantine. Can you please link?

Here is the link to the Airbnb listing that has the policy in the description: https://abnb.me/KmaMY2UNF6 ——->

COVID-19 Current Update:

Starting June 1st, Maine Governor, Janet Mills will allow short term rentals and hotels but has placed an order for those who are staying in short term rentals and hotels in the state of Maine. These guidelines apply to those traveling from out of state into the state of Maine and Maine residents who are traveling back into the state.

The order calls for a 14 day quarantine for those traveling into Maine. This does not mean that you are required to stay 14 days in Maine but while you are here, you must follow these guidelines for 14 days or for the length of time that you are in Maine.

Guidelines from Governor Mills:
-Guests need to bring everything that they may need for their stay - groceries, toiletries, etc. so that when they arrive, they are not going to stores or public places to run errands. Guests may only go to a store if there is an emergency and must practice social distancing.
-Guests are not to interact with others outside of the group that they are traveling with.
-Guests must use their own car and avoid public transportation.
-Guests can participate in outdoor actives such as a walk or a hike but must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
-This is an honor system and these guidelines are expected to be followed so that “all will be well”.

Thank you! So helpful. I wish they were a little stricter (honor system is not something I think Americans do well with), and I say that as someone who very much hopes to take her Maine vacation this summer. I just don't want to put people there at risk. It's like a second home to us, so I really hope people will be respectful. Sticking to your group, bringing your own stuff, wearing a mask, and social distancing is not a tough set of asks right now.

Quarantine in your house for 14 days before you leave,drive there without making rest stops. You won't be spreading anything. I wish *that* was the honor system, as I'd sure like to eat some Maine lobster and drink some Maine craft beer after going on my hike.

That would be nice. Surely, though, the quarantine order leaves room for contactless delivery? I can't imagine that Maine establishments aren't dropping lobster rolls and beer at houses on the regular.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How can you drive thru to Maine without any rest stops??

Pull off the road and go by the side of your car. Have you no imagination? Especially when it's the safe thing to do?