Portland Named Winner in TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice for 2016

PORTLAND, MAINE NAMED WINNER IN

TRIPADVISOR TRAVELERS’ CHOICE

DESTINATIONS ON THE RISE

FOR 2016

PORTLAND, Maine – Greater Portland Convention + Visitors Bureau today announced it has been recognized as a winner in the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice™ awards for Destinations on the Rise for 2016, ranking ninth out of 10. For the fourth year, TripAdvisor has highlighted the world’s top destinations that have seen the greatest increase in positive feedback and interest from the TripAdvisor community, year-over-year.

“This award is so significant because it not only celebrates our member businesses and Greater Portland as a whole, but because it comes directly from our visitors,” says Greater Portland CVB President + CEO Lynn Tillotson. “We are so proud of our beautiful ‘City by the Sea’ and all it offers, but having this area recognized by people from away who experience travel, weddings, and meetings in this region is the greatest honor.”

“Our well-traveled community has helped us identify the destinations around the world that are gaining in interest and popularity,” said Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor. “We hope these destinations inspire those planning their travel for 2016 to book trips to these locales that feature excellent hotels, restaurants and attractions, and also provide a great vacation value.”

To see TripAdvisor traveler reviews and opinions of Portland, Maine go to http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g40827-Portland_Maine-Vacations.html.

For all of the Travelers’ Choice award-winning Destinations on the Rise for 2016, go to www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-DestinationsontheRise.


Travelers can also follow the conversation on Twitter at #travelerschoice.

Portland is Maine’s largest city. This historic seaport is comprised of an eclectic mix of architecture and industries, with a thriving creative economy working alongside its famous working waterfront. Beyond active arts & culture, the area also boasts an ever-expanding culinary reputation. The Greater Portland Convention + Visitors provides visitors with a quality experience–second to none–by fulfilling the recreational, cultural, social, business, and spiritual expectations of the traveling public.