Fun Activities in Kpt Outside
Go out to sea – there’s nothing more therapeutic than salty ocean air – get on board a cruise with Captain Bob of Rugosa Lobster Boat Tours. Just you and you party and your Captain if you arrange for a private charter. As you cruise out of the Kennebunk River, out to sea, you’ll see Walkers Point- home of the Presidential Bush family, to Cape Porpoise where you’ll see Goat Island Light house, and the most picturesque fishing village. Your Rugosa Captain will pull a lobster trap. Rugosa & Pineapple Ketch Sailing leave the docks at Nonantum Resort daily. Sail […]
Admin Kennebunkport / May 1, 2021
Restaurant Favorites in Kennebunkport
While the Maine Coast is noted for its fabulous seafood and top restaurants, it seems Portland gets all the culinary accolades. Truth is Kennebunkport and Kennebunk have some stellar dining experiences too! Kennebunkport’s coastal charm and seafood sophistication “spills” over on its dining plates. Bes time to dig in is off-season by the way. Take advantage of the affordable rates at luxury hotels, inns and BnBs, and off season dining deals and happy hours, and more. Many Kennebunkport restaurants remain open year round, no lines or waiting, walk in and enjoy with the locals. Here, a list of personal favorite restaurants […]
Admin Kennebunkport / February 20, 2021
Kennebunkport Affordable Lodging
Kennebunkport has a classy, upscale reputation, a vacation destination for Presidents, celebs like Taylor Swift and Patrick Dempsey, famous chefs – Gordon Ramsey and Rachel Ray. But at its heart, K’port is a fishing village of humble happy lobstermen, aspiring artists and lovable locals. The same juxtaposition exists for overnight lodging in this charming seaside village – Kennebunkport has luxe high end hotels and spa resorts, and more modest Maine inns, bnbs and motels. And remember, strolling the beach is always free! What does it cost to stay in Kennebunkport? Well you can splurge on a suite with fireplace at one […]
Admin Kennebunkport / February 20, 2021
Kennebunkport Loves Lobster
For the Love of Lobster Visitors and Kennebunkport locals alike love their lobster. Whether to you it’s a delicacy, a summer treat, or a seafood staple, its best served with butter, and best eaten with a view out to sea – from whence it came. Kennebunkport’s lobstermen head out daily from the Kennebunk River and Cape Porpoise Harbor, to bring in fresh Maine lobster… its hard work, a proud heritage and a delicious tradition. So roll up your sleeves and dive in to a lobster in Kennebunkport… see our favorite places for lobster in Kennebunkport and check out our link […]
Admin Kennebunkport / February 1, 2021
Go Where the Locals Go
Don’t assume that the Maine coast rolls up the sidewalks after summer. Be a savvy traveler and come to Kennebunkport in the “off season” and you will love it for all new reasons! Kennebunkport Maine’s “off-season” could be our best kept secret as it’s really Vacationland… or “staycation” without the crowd! Just fun locals and the best deals… Our Kennebunkport blog offers ideas on romantic places to stay, popular events, Kennebunkport best beaches and tours, but today, we’re going to talk about how to have fun like a local all year round
Admin Kennebunkport / January 20, 2021
KPT Positivity in Positively Crazy Times
It’s easy to focus on the fear and the news cycle fodder. You can bum out that about Kennebunks’ beach rules, regs. You can protest, pout, or you can go out or order #takeout! Or dine out – outside at Kennebunkport Restaurants, or inside with a water view. I hope we all appreciate our beautiful beaches and favorite businesses even more these days. Let’s focus on the wonderful things occurring, non-profits and businesses rallying to offer new services to locals and yes – to visitors and seasonal residents! See Kennebunkport’s Facebook page for all the wonderful things happening in K’port […]
Admin Kennebunkport / May 1, 2020
The holidays in Kennebunkport Maine
I truly believe the best part of the holidays is in the anticipation. Decorating, shopping, attending Christmas festival and reminiscing on family gatherings of the past. One of the best gifts you can give yourself around the holidays is a Maine getaway, between Thanksgiving and Christmas… just slip away. I can think of no more festive place than Kennebunkport Maine just before the holidays. This delightful seaside town really decks the halls and does a magical pre-Christmas celebration, called Christmas Prelude each year, a tradition for over 40 years! Visiting Kennebunkport in November and early December, you get to partake […]
Admin Kennebunkport / November 4, 2019
Kennebunkport has global attraction
Kennebunkport is the only place in the world so named… one of a kind and world-famous – attracting people from all over the globe. For three centuries, Kennebunkport has lured everyone from sea captains and sitting presidents to celebrities on swank yachts, and let’s not forget – humble local fishermen. Today Kennebunkport is a hoppin’ happenin’ town, culturally deep with dining for every palate, attractions and lodging from quaint B&B’s to grand historic hotels and chic spa resorts on the river. Kennebunkport at heart is a small Maine town, population under 4,000 with 10,000+ in neighboring Kennebunk, yet this compact seaside community is surprisingly worldly in its offerings. Here’s […]
Admin Kennebunkport / July 20, 2019
Paddles Up – Kennebunkport’s Paddle Battle
Put your paddles together for all the kayakers, canoers and SUP-ers. The 7th annual Nonantum Paddle Battle in Kennebunkport was on August 11, 2019 – truly a Sunday fun day on the Kennebunk River. Hundreds of kayaks, canoes, surfboards and SUPs graced the waterfront at The Nonantum Resort for a fun race up and down the Kennebunk River. The Paddle Battle has not taken place since. This family fun event, The Paddle Battle is traditionally hosted at The Nonantum Resort. It expanded and grew by leaps and paddles since the first Nonantum Quest for the Cup canoe race back in […]
Admin Kennebunkport / July 1, 2019