Spring Delicacies at the Farmstand and in the Galley
Spring can be a little slow to start up here in Maine. We get our first taste of it in early March when the first false spring lures us to get the grill out for a day. Then we celebrate maple sugaring season as the woods are filled with maple taps among the snowy trees.
Chefs on Air
This winter three of our Maine Windjammer Association chefs spent some time in the studio kitchen of Maine’s nightly news magazine show “207” demonstrating just a few of their favorite recipes. If you’re looking for an easy recipe for your grill or a new seafood recipe to impress your friends, check out these videos. Chef
Windjammer cruises in 2021: Smaller cruising offers a safe unplugged vacation at sea
Many feel that travel will take a long time to return to “normal” or at least pre-pandemic levels. What’s rocked the world of travel more than health concerns is the loss of a sense of security, say many travelers. Enter the Maine Windjammer Association, the largest fleet of historic working windjammers in America. Many refer to historic windjammers as the “un-cruise”, offering bespoke small boat experiences, minus itineraries, ports of call, and massive buffets yet filled with exploring at sea, wind-driven days, star-lit nights and entertainment compliments of Mother Nature.
Why your first trip of the summer should be with the Maine Windjammer Association fleet
Once travelers can move from the armchair inspiration to the planning phase this summer, those awaiting the day they can dip their toes carefully back into traveling might consider a trip on board one of the eight Maine Windjammer Association members, the largest fleet of windjammers in America.
Five things you can you do for your favorite Maine windjammer today
As the Coronavirus pandemic continues to spread throughout Maine, New England and the country, the travel industry is among the hardest-hit sectors of the economy. Yet, just as we’ve seen during other national disasters, Americans are resilient, and the spirit of kindness, optimism and hope rises above the darkness of fear throughout our country.
Three important reasons to take the windjammer trip this summer
Don’t let fear take the wind out of your sails for vacations this summer. At some point, the Coronavirus will pass, and travelers throughout the world will be anxious to take the trips they’ve put on hold. Travel is a force for good – for the body, mind and soul.
Maine Windjammer Association offers themed cruises throughout 2019
A cruise on board any of the 8 Maine Windjammer Association (MWA) vessels is always a treat, whether themed, paired with one of the MWA summer events or scenic and seasonal. Each of the members of the Maine Windjammer Association offers a different schedule of three to ten day cruises, always featuring fabulous coastal scenery,
How much lobster in a season? And other fun fleet facts from the Maine Windjammer Association
Once a year, the Maine Windjammer Association collectively totals up a myriad of fun facts and figures for the season. When we look back collectively on miles sailed, guests hosted and lobsters consumed, it’s pretty amazing to learn what kind of an impact the Maine Windjammer Association has not only on the economy but on
