Uncategorized

We were hopping.

29 Comments

.

While we usually avoid the Boothbay Harbor region like the plague in the summer due to the high concentration of tourists and traffic, we threw caution to the wind and drove up for an afternoon of bar/restaurant hopping last week since the weather was beyond perfect for a blueberry mojito on the ocean.

.

.

Our first stop was Mine Oyster, which has the best outdoor seating on the harbor. We always elect to sit on the second floor deck but discovered it closed. And empty.

In the summer.

In Boothbay Harbor, Maine.

We were stunned. And as we made our way out back to the first floor deck…

.

.

We were equally as stunned to find only a few people enjoying the view.

.

.

This is a prime spot. A tourist Mecca. A restaurant that offers lobster 20 different ways.

.

.

And it was virtually empty.

.

.

Good for us as we had our pick of seats, but not good for the local economy. We’ve been hearing the tariffs and American relations with Canada had been taking a toll on visitation from our northern neighbors, but this was proof.

.

.

They just weren’t here.

.

.

Lobster stuffed mushrooms for the husband.

.

.

But troubling lack of tourists aside, it’s hard to beat the scenery.

❤️

.

29 thoughts on “We were hopping.”

  2. Sorry about the impact on tourist trade. I’ve been reading about that in a number of places. The view is spectacular, and I’m checking on how far the drive would be to get a plate of those Lobster stuffed mushrooms. (4½ hours).

    Liked by 2 people

    Reply

    1. Most of the restaurants back up to the harbor so you have to take advantage of the view….
      But yes, the lack of tourists was stunning. Many places rely on a busy summer season.

      Like

      Reply

      1. Our entire country’s economy is going to tank, is my fear. So many people will suffer. I’m making room in my house hunt for my young-adult son to live with me if necessary.

        Liked by 2 people

      2. I honestly don’t know how young people make it today. For once it makes me glad I’m older and on the “everything is paid off” side of things.

        Like

  5. Yeah, many Canadians are foregoing the trips to the US as well as not buying imported US items, including produce. It’s an intentional, conscious decision by many of us, including me, but it’s not directed at the people. It’s meant to send a message to the governing politicians. I find it disheartening…

    Additionally, everyone is feeling the pinch. People here who enjoy hobbies or eating out have cut back a lot, trying to stay on top of the expenses. It’s been difficult for a lot of us. (More shopping and cooking and staying at home. Blah). None of our restaurants are booked full or have lines to get in either anymore…

    Liked by 3 people

    Reply

    1. I fully understand the Canadian position, and quite honestly support it. The only way people in the U.S. will get rid of Trump is if they feel the repercussions of his actions. And I don’t know about the rest of the country, but Maine is feeling it….

      Liked by 1 person

      Reply

  6. I haven’t been out and about enough to notice if California’s tourism is suffering personally, but I did hear two women talking about how the beaches weren’t as full as they usually are on Labor Day weekend. This might also be because anyone with melanin is still staying home a lot more than they used to rather than risk being kidnapped by ICE. Our economy is taking a hit, same as the rest of the country.

    Liked by 2 people

    Reply

  7. That’s so sad to hear, and it’s the local businesses that take the hit. It’s the little guy that is always the one to suffer while billionaires don’t even notice. One of my Canadian friends is also boycotting American goods because of the entire mess with the tariffs and oh yeah the douche canoe in the White House.

    Liked by 2 people

    Reply

  8. Enjoy the peace and quiet while it lasts. We went to a friend’s house the other night in Ventura. They live on a harbor and we took their party boat to dinner. The wait was one and a half hours. So we did a harbor tour while we waited.

    Liked by 2 people

    Reply

Leave a comment