Chip and Heather’s Home

Welcome Cocktail Hour

Fort Williams Park

Blessing and Photos at Fort Williams Park

Wedding Day at the Portland Club

Ceremony

The Portland Club

Reception

Beach Day

Our Wedding

Maya and Sam seemed destined to meet despite growing up in different states. Sam’s aunt and grandmother lived in the same small Massachusetts town where Maya grew up. Their moms both went to Smith College at exactly the same time and were iconoclasts. Their dads both have environmental science backgrounds and love being on boats. They were raised on PBS. They ended up in the same freshman dorm at GWU in DC and became fast friends. Eventually they joined the same community service fraternity and became brothers. Sam was in the ‘friend-zone’ for the next four plus years. They travelled the world separately, Maya to Cameroon, Sam to New Zealand but they kept in touch, sending letters to remind each other of how special each thought the other was. The pandemic slowed these two globetrotters enough for their stars to align and a road trip romance began to turn these friends into lovers. Now it’s your turn to help these two celebrate and begin their next chapter of life together at a one-of-a-kind celebration in Portland, ME. Can’t wait to see you. XO, M+S

How Maya met Sammy

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

Portland has an airport! Easy to fly into and very close to the venue. Boston’s Logan Airport is also an option and there is a bus line on Concord Coach Lines which takes you directly from the airport to Portland. Takes about an hour and a half and costs about $40.

PWM Portland International Jet Port

This is a great option for getting up to Portland for cheaps. You can take this bus line directly from NYC, Boston South Station or Logan Airport. 

Buses from Boston, Logan Airport and NYC

The Amtrak Downeaster provides five daily round-trips between Brunswick, Maine and Boston, Massachusetts. It is a very beautiful ride up the coast. You can connect to this train from the Amtrak/Acela Northeast Regional train which you could take from DC, NYC, CT, RI, MA. Lands you in Portland close to the venue. 

Take The Train To Maine

STAY & PLAY IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN PORTLAND Experience the best of Portland, Maine. The Holiday Inn By the Bay is set along the picturesque shores of Casco Bay. We effortlessly combine convenience, entertainment, and beauty to create the perfect environment for every traveler. Our spacious rooms can offer ocean or city views. Our downtown waterfront location fully captures the beauty and culture of Portland, Maine.

Holiday Inn By The Bay

This airport hotel is a 7-minute walk from the Portland International Jetport, and less than 4 miles from Cumberland County Civic Center. All rooms offer understated decor and custom-designed beds, plus flat-screen TVs with premium cable, free WiFi, microwaves and minifridges. Suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas. A cooked-to-order breakfast is avallable (fee), and theres an on-site American/New England restaurant, as well as a lobby lounge and 24/7 pantry. There is also a fitness center, indoor pool and whirlpool. Additional perks include meeting rooms, a business center, a 24/7 free airport and area shuttle, and parking.

Hilton Garden Inn Portland Airport

Portland has amazing Airbnb and VRBO accommodations but book sooner rather than later! There isn’t a bad neighborhood to stay in and nothing will be further than 15 minutes from the wedding venue if you stay in Portland, South Portland, Westbrook or Falmouth. Feel free to reach out to us if you have questions about booking. 

Airbnb/VRBO

Nice property right next to the airport. 10 minute uber ride to the venue

Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Maine

Welcome to Portland, Maines first hostel! Our unique and cozy space at Black Elephant Hostel is full of good vibes, funky art, andsuper clean rooms. This is right downtown and affordable. Ten minute uber ride from the venue and walkable for those with strong legs.

Black Elephant Hostel

Downtown close to venue a little pricier but great location

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

Travel and Accommodations

With an arcade, amusement park, and food and shops located within walking distance from the beach, Old Orchard Beach is fun for the whole family. Meyer and paid lots are located nearby, prices vary. Sam’s grandpa grew up coming here from Quebec.

Old Orchard Beach

Located in a quaint neighborhood, Higgins Beach is popular for its rocky, tide pool-filled beach. Bathrooms located when paid parking is. Limited street parking on Bayview Avenue. Lot costs 15 bucks 

Higgins Beach

One of the area’s dog-friendlier beaches. Willard is perfect for the whole family. A short trail leads to Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse. Free but limited parking. 

Willard beach 

Looking for an in-town Beach close to the venue with all the iconic harbor views and heart could desire? This is it. Ocean breeze and bay views provide convenient respite from the city. Beach is dog-friendly. Food trucks frequently park nearby. Free parking in lots and on street. 

East End Beach

A hidden gem, Kettle Cove is located at the end of Crescent Beach with hiking trails and larger waves perfect for surfers. Fee is 4 bucks for non-Mainers. 

Sam & Maya

Sam & Maya

Wedding Party

Wedding Party coming soon!