Kennebunkport isn’t just a favorite vacation spot of the Bush family. There’s so much to do and see, and the summers in this part of Maine are enchanting. Amazing seafood, nightlife, music, and sailing are just a few of the great reasons Kennebunkport vacations should not be left off anyone’s list.
Among some of the most sought after attractions in Maine are Kennebunkport beaches, where there is a variety of activities, not the least of which is whale watching. Other attractions include a wide variety of galleries and museums, including the Seashore Trolley Museum, the Gallery on Chase Hill, the Magic Garden, and the W. Robert Paine Gallery, just to name a few.
Kennebunkport vacations are well known for their many activities, events, and festivals, which travelers can enjoy depending on what time of year they visit. Seasonal festivals celebrate the culture of the area and range from the yearly clam festival in the summer, the York Harvestfest in autumn, and the Christmas Prelude in the winter, among others.
Getting to Kennebunkport on a budget is easily done. Best of all, the area is home to many quaint digs such as cottages, bed and breakfasts, lodges, and small inns. These accommodations are available at unbeatable prices, especially when purchased at a package deal that includes airfare and a rental car. For example, two adults can fly to Maine and stay at the Knight’s Inn for seven days for just $1,566. Other accommodations are comparable to this price, and prices may be even lower when flights, rental car, and hotel are booked more than one month in advance.
The Hampton Inn Sacro Orchard offers a package rate of $789 per person, and this includes flight and hotel for a seven-day stay close to all the attractions and events you’ll want to enjoy on any number of Kennebunkport vacations.
When it comes to food fare, Kennebunkport really shines. Try some classic American cuisine at One Dock, or some of the best seafood in the country at the Arundel Wharf Restaurant or Nunan’s Lobster Hut. What kind of Maine vacation would it be if you didn’t take in some seafood! Of course, if you stay for seven or more days, you don’t want to burn out on seafood. Some other local options include the Wayfarer Restaurant, known for its terrific breakfast and brunch dishes. And of course, if you have the kids in tow, you’ll probably need to get into some pizza, so make a trip to the Cape Porpoise House of Pizza.
Prepare accordingly for Maine weather for your trip. If you head out during the summer months, you can expect temperatures in the neighborhood of the mid-70s to the low 50s, while trips taken during fall will have you in the mid to low 50s to the low 30s or even high 20s! But don’t let the low temperatures dissuade you from this vacation destination. Just as with a trip to Aspen or Alaska, the temperatures will fade into the background if you dress appropriately and enjoy the best in seasonal activities and attractions.
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