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EPISODE · Feb 28, 2025 · 15 MIN

7 things to AVOID when visiting Acadia National Park

from National Parks Collecting · host James Ian

Visiting Acadia National Park? Avoid common mistakes tourists make with these essential tips!  🔸🔸ACADIA NATIONAL PARK ITINERARIES 🔸🔸 ➡️ Get 1, 2, 3, and 4-day itineraries:  https://parkscollecting.com/acadia-national-park-itinerary/  🔸🔸HIGHLIGHTS 🔸🔸 James Ian, a National Park expert, shares the top seven mistakes to avoid when visiting Acadia National Park.  From not making reservations for Cadillac Mountain to the consequences of underestimating the time needed to explore, this video offers valuable tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip. James highlights common pitfalls such as arriving late, neglecting travel insurance, and lacking a detailed plan. Additionally, he provides information about utilizing shuttles and recommends alternative places to visit. The episode concludes with the most crucial mistake: not allowing enough time to enjoy the park's many attractions. 00:00 Introduction: Avoiding Mistakes in Acadia National Park 00:36 Meet Your Guide: James Ian 02:08 Mistake #1: Not Reserving Entry to Cadillac Mountain 04:04 Mistake #2: Visiting Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse Late 06:05 Mistake #3: Skipping Travel Insurance 06:54 Mistake #4: Starting Your Day Too Late 08:19 Mistake #5: Driving Instead of Using the Shuttle 09:24 Mistake #6: Not Having a Detailed and Flexible Plan 12:55 Mistake #7: Not Allowing Enough Time 15:02 Conclusion and Additional Resources ➡️ Read the full web article: https://parkscollecting.com/planning-a-trip-to-acadia-national-park/  #acadia #acadianationalpark #usnationalparks 🔸🔸LINKS AND RESOURCES 🔸🔸 [When available, we use affiliate links and may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you. See my Disclosure Policy for more information. I’m a member of the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.] ➡️  Join my 7-Day National Parks Trip Planning Email Challenge  ➡️Download my free Trip Preparation Checklist  ➡️Find a detailed itinerary for your park  ➡️ Travelex Travel Insurance ➡️How to Get Cadillac Mountain Reservations ➡️Island Explorer shuttle ➡️ Search for hotels on Expedia  ➡️ Find a vacation rental on VRBO ➡️ Search Discover Cars for the rental car best deals   ➡️  Search Skyscanner for the best deals on flights 🔸🔸 HOST INFOSupport the show🔸🔸 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME 🔸🔸 James Ian and Parks Collecting works with a limited number of brands that align perfectly with our audience and their needs. If you’d like to work with us, please email us at james(at)parkscollecting(dot)com. 

Visiting Acadia National Park? Avoid common mistakes tourists make with these essential tips! 🔸🔸ACADIA NATIONAL PARK ITINERARIES 🔸🔸 ➡️ Get 1, 2, 3, and 4-day itineraries: https://parkscollecting.com/acadia-national-park-itinerary/ 🔸🔸HIGHLIGHTS 🔸🔸 James Ian, a National Park expert, shares the top seven mistakes to avoid when visiting Acadia National Park. From not making reservations for Cadillac Mountain to the consequences of underestimating the time ne...

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Visiting Acadia National Park? Avoid common mistakes tourists make with these essential tips!  🔸🔸ACADIA NATIONAL PARK ITINERARIES 🔸🔸 ➡️ Get 1, 2, 3, and 4-day itineraries:  https://parkscollecting.com/acadia-national-park-itinerary/...

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