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Originally Posted by LuLu
Tim ... What's going on with cruises not being able to do the Maine port stop because of the whale situation? 
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Lulu, Thanks for bringing this to my/our attention.
Here is some more information: Whales force Royal Caribbean cruise ship to abandon port call in Maine - Cruise Log - USATODAY.com
It appears that a new federal regulation will limit vessels of a certain size and speed capability to enter the Rockland port.
The restriction is in place from May 1 to July 31. It does not appear to stop the ships from entering the port of Portland, ME (my current hometown).
Its a bummer about Rockland, as it is a favorite city of mine and many cruisers. However, the ecological situation up here is all important to the continuing tourism economy, which is the state's number one income stream.
I will try and find some more information for you all.
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