• Enjoy a sunset off the Maine coast on your romantic mini-vacation.maine coastal sunset image by Jorge Moro from Fotolia.com
  
  If you're craving a vacation with that special someone but can only get away for a few days, consider a mini-vacation in Maine. Imagine strolling hand-in-hand on an ocean beach or along a forested glade. Take an intimate sailboat cruise for two, or stay in an romantic, cozy inn overlooking the sea. With scenery to spare, small towns full of shopping and dining opportunities, outdoor recreation galore and eclectic lodging options, Maine has something to offer any romance-seeking couple.
  
  

Goddess of the Sea Cruises

• Begin your romantic getaway with an overnight cruise for two on a 42-foot sailboat. Goddess of the Sea Cruises, based in Boothbay Harbor, offers all-inclusive packages. Depart from the marina at Boothbay Harbor and cruise through Muscongus Bay with its lighthouse views. Keep your eyes open for seals, whales and dolphins. Order the Captain's Dinner, featuring Maine lobster or filet mignon, cooked onboard. Sleep in a private stateroom and wake to a hot breakfast in the morning.
  
  Goddess of the Sea Cruises
  
  125 Atlantic Ave
  
  Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
  
  207-649-2628
  
  goddesscruise.com
  
  

Camden Harbour Inn

• After your sailing adventure, drive north up to the coastal town of Camden. Spend the day browsing through downtown shops, dining at local restaurants and exploring the area's many galleries and museums. Spend the night at the Camden Harbour Inn. Set on a hill overlooking Penobscot Bay, the inn's 18 rooms and suites offer views from almost every window. Each room has different features, but can include private balconies, fireplaces, pillow-top king beds, premium linens, mini-bars, flat-screen televisions, DVD/CD players and wireless Internet access. Enjoy a complimentary gourmet breakfast, including fresh baked goods from the inn's kitchen. The inn's AAA Four-Diamond restaurant overlooks the bay and features fresh, local ingredients and an extensive wine list.
  
  Camden Harbour Inn
  
  83 Bayview St.
  
  Camden, ME 04843
  
  800-236-4266
  
  camdenharbourinn.com
  
  

Acadia National Park

• Enjoy a scenic 75-mile drive from Camden to Acadia National Park near the town of Bar Harbor. The park offers 45,000 acres of forest, hills, lakes and beaches to explore. Hikers will appreciate the more than 125 miles of trails, ranging from leisurely to challenging. The 45-mile carriage road is perfect for biking, or you can take a romantic horse and buggy ride. If you'd prefer a more relaxing day, rent a canoe and float on one of the park's many lakes, or simply stroll along the oceanfront and do some beachcombing.
  
  Acadia National Park
  
  P.O. Box 177
  
  Bar Harbor, ME 04609
  
  207-288-3338
  
  nps.gov
  
  

Salt Air Inn

• After a day of outdoor recreation in Acadia, spend the night in the Salt Air Inn's master suite. This romantic suite offers a king-sized four-poster bed, two fireplaces, a two-person Jacuzzi tub and views of Frenchman Bay and Bar Island. Rooms also offer televisions, CD.DVD players and Internet access. The inn is set on the ocean and is three blocks from downtown Bar Harbor. Watch the sailboats go by from the deck as you sip your morning coffee, then eat breakfast in front of the fireplace. Your meal will include fresh baked goods, fruit, coffee and a gourmet breakfast selection such as egg strata.
  
  Salt Air Inn
  
  121 West St.
  
  Bar Harbor, ME 04609
  
  207-288-2882
  
  saltairinn.com