I took a historic ferry to a quiet car-free island off the coast of Maine. It was the perfect day trip.

I took a day trip to Monhegan Island on a historic ferry. Emy LaCroix I took a historic World War II-era ferry to a quaint island off the coast of Maine. The boat was bare-bones, but the ride to Monhegan Island was pleasant. We enjoyed a full day on the scenic island and took a more modern ferry on the way home. When I was invited to join my best friend at her grandparents' picture-perfect cottage on the coast of Maine, all I wanted to do was amble lazily around the little seaside towns, su...