10/02/2026
Coelle Travel is a proudly immigrant-owned business contributing to Maine’s economy, culture, and community every day. Immigrants start businesses at higher rates than the general population and are responsible for more than a quarter of all new businesses nationwide. In Maine, immigrant-owned enterprises generate jobs, sustain communities, and bring innovation that strengthens the state’s economy and workforce.
Immigrants also bring culture, creativity, and vitality. Through arts, music, cuisine, language, and traditions, we enrich communities, create connection, and inspire curiosity. These contributions nurture communities and make Maine stronger, more vibrant, and more alive.
This land has a history and presence that predates all of us. Unless you are Indigenous, we are all guests. We honor the Wabanaki people, whose homeland we live and work on, and we are deeply grateful for their partnership, guidance, and the generosity with which they have welcomed us. We recognize and value their ongoing contributions to sustainable tourism, cultural preservation, and the protection of Maine’s extraordinary biodiversity. We carry our responsibility on this land with respect, humility, and a commitment to support their communities today and into the future.
In recent weeks, the Portland and broader Maine community demonstrated remarkable solidarity. Businesses opened their doors to support others, and some closed in solidarity. Neighbors stepped up for one another, and countless individuals contributed time, resources, and care. This response has reaffirmed why we choose Maine. Its people and its communities are what make this place home.
As immigrant entrepreneurs, we strengthen the economy, deepen culture, and foster meaningful community connections. We remain dedicated to sustainable tourism, supporting our local initiatives through Vacationland with Purpose, and continuing our work globally to connect communities, preserve culture, and create opportunities. To our neighbors, partners, and allies who have shown support and care, thank you. Together, we help Maine thrive economically, culturally, and socially every day.
With love,
Khadija
Coelle Travel