I had heard great things about downtown Portland and I had wanted to check it out this summer.  I particuarly wanted to try out Amtrak's Downeaster Service between Boston and Portland as our means of transport.  The route has become fairly popular and as increased subsidy from the state of Maine makes up for the drop in federal subsidy this year the question remains.  Will it ever be able to stand alone financially?



Amfleet I Train Set After Arrival into Portland