Monday, November 28, 2016

First Christmas Prelude Weekend!

The King's Port Inn wants to wish everybody a happy Christmas prelude weekend! Christmas Prelude started in Kennebunkport in 1982, and has since grown into one of the most popular times of the year. It is a charming two weekend event which features a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, door to door Christmas caroling, craft shows, and a visit from old Saint Nick!
The whole town is decked out in bright lights, bows and boughs to welcome the holiday season. The town really transforms itself into a century old village with the old fashioned spirit of the holiday and the joy of giving. Like a Norman Rockwell scene, the town conjures up Christmas' of the past and the magic of the true holiday spirit. In 2009, HGTV featured Prelude as the "#2 Christmas town in America". Festivities also extend to downtown Kennebunk and to the fishing village of Cape Porpoise where locals construct a Christmas Tree entirely out of Lobster Traps!
Here is a list of the signature events:
Tree Lighting Ceremony in Dock Square: On Friday, December 2nd, at 5:30 pm the Tree Lighting Ceremony in Dock Square officially begins the season. Join in Christmas caroling with the Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir, directed by Nathan Menifield. This event has been known to attract former first ladies of the U.S.
Annual Hat Parade: The 11th Annual Hat Parade kicks off on Saturday, December 3rd, at 3:00 pm. A parade of holiday hats for children and adults led by the Patriot fife and Drum Duo. Show off your handmade or store bought creations. All hat wearers are welcome! The parade starts in Dock Square and goes over the bridge to Best of Everything where prizes will be awarded.
Christmas Candlelight Caroling at the Franciscan Monastery: On Saturday, December 3rd, at 6:30 pm join the Franciscans at Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto on the grounds of St. Anthony's Monastery for the story of the birth of Jesus interspersed with Christmas songs by candlelight. Presented by St. Anthony's Monastery and the Secular Franciscan Order.
Santa Arrives by Lobster Boat: On Sunday, December 4th, at 2:00 pm see old Saint Nick himself arrive by lobster boat. After docking his boat at David's KPT on Ocean Avenue, follow Santa and his Lobster Elves through Dock Square to the Community House on Temple Street for photos. There may be a little wait while all children and families have their special time with Santa.
Unfortunately, the King's Port Inn is booked up for the first prelude weekend. We are happy and thankful for our many returning guests that come back every year for the prelude. Some as long as 20 years! We do, however, have a sister property called the Lodge at Turbat's Creek. The Lodge has availability for the first prelude for $159 a night. Their phone number is 1-877-594-5634.
Have a happy Christmas Prelude Weekend!
The King's Port Inn




Thursday, November 17, 2016

Happy Thanksgiving!

The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy Thanksgiving! We wish you a wonderful day with your family, friends and loved ones. Thanksgiving is a great holiday to spend with the people you care about. Please enjoy your turkey, dressings, potatoes, squash, and apple pie. Just remember to leave room for dessert!
On this Thanksgiving, we want to share some interesting facts about the holiday. We all know the basics, but here are some things you probably didn't know:
1. The first known Thanksgiving feast held in North America was by the Spanish Conquistadors. In May of 1541, Francisco Vasquez de Coronado held a feast for 1500 men in what today is known as the Texas Panhandle.
2. Thanksgiving was not officially a national holiday until after Congress declared it one in 1941. Also, President Franklin Roosevelt initially declared Thanksgiving for the 3rd Thursday in November to lengthen the holiday shopping season. This was eventually changed back to the 4th Thursday.
3. Turkeys were the first animals in America to be domesticated. They can run up to 20 miles per hour. They can also burst into flight approaching speeds between 50-55 mph in a matter of seconds.
4. There are over 280 million turkeys sold for Thanksgiving every year.
5. There were no turkeys served on the first Thanksgiving! Historians say the Pilgrims and Wampanoag Indians served deer or venison, ducks, geese, oysters, lobster, eel and fish. They probably ate pumpkins, but no pumpkin pies, along with cranberries.
We hope you enjoyed these interesting Thanksgiving facts. The King's Port Inn has availability for Thanksgiving day. We have premium king rooms for only $89 a night. We also have luxury Jacuzzi suites starting at $129 a night. All rooms include free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are located just 2 blocks from downtown Kennebunkport. For more information, please call 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
The King's Port Inn


Thursday, November 10, 2016

November Fun Facts!

The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy November! It is a great time to be in Maine. The weather is cool and crisp and the chill is in the air. The holidays are just around the corner and the snow is coming. You can feel the seasons changing.
We wanted to present some fun facts about the month of November we thought you might enjoy:
1.   The birth flower for November is the chrysanthemum.
2.   On November 2, 1769, a Spanish expedition reached San Francisco Bay, 80 years before California was settled by the gold rush "49er's".
3.   On November 2, 1889, North and South Dakota became the 39th and 40th states of the Union.
4.   On November 2, 1917, Arthur Balfour, British Foreign Secretary,  proposed settlement of Jewish  people in Palestine.
5.   On November, 6, 1869, the first intercollegiate football game was played in the U.S. between Rutgers and Princeton.
6.   On November 18, 1883, standard time began in the United States.
7.   On November 4, 1979, the U.S. embassy in Iran was taken over by Iranian revolutionaries in Tehran and a group of U.S. citizens were seized as hostages.
8.   The Anglo-Saxons referred to November as the wind and bloom month because that is when they killed their animals for food.
9.   November is National Peanut Butter Lovers Month.
10. The birthstone for November is the topaz.
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts. The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of November. We have premium kings rooms for only $89 a night. We also have Jacuzzi Suites starting at $109. Each room includes free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are located only 2 blocks from downtown Kennebunkport, and less than 1 mile from Kennebunk Beach. To make a reservation, please call 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
The King's Port Inn





Thursday, November 3, 2016

November Activities!

The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy November! The is a great time to visit Maine, especially the town of Kennebunkport. The weather is cool and crisp, and the feel of change is in the air . The leaves have fallen and the scenery is beautiful. We hope you get a chance to enjoy some activities in November. Even though we are off season, there are still many activities to be enjoyed in Maine. To name a few:
There is the annual league of Maine Craft Show, on November 5-6, in Wells, Maine. This annual craft show features over 55 vendors. You will find unique and one of a kind arts and crafts, pottery, jewelry, wood crafts, candles, fiber art, photography and more. It is a great place to start your holiday shopping! The show also includes live music provided by folk musician Carolyn Currie. For more information, please call 207-646-5172.
The Polar Express returns to Portland, Maine on November 25th, for another season of magical memories! There will be a festive atmosphere as guests on board meet the Conductor and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. There will be a reading of the story as they journey to the "North Pole". Santa greets children aboard the train while passengers sing along to carols as they travel back to the station. The Polar Express is held at the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum, at 58 Fore Street, Portland, Maine. For more information, please call 207-828-0814.
The Ogunquit Playhouse, in Ogunqiut, Maine is still running "Million Dollar Quartet" up until November 6th. This a a great musical play that tells the history of rock and roll. It is based on the true story of the famed recording session that brought together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. These four young musicians came together on December 4, 1956 at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions of all time. The musical features hit songs "Blue Suede Shoes", Great Balls of Fire" and "I Walk the Line". For more information, please call 207-646-5511.
And finally, the Kittery Outlet Stores are having a Veterans Day Sale Event. From November 11-13th. You will find huge savings that weekend. Also, be one of the first 150 people in line Friday or Saturday morning at the Customer Care Center and receive a complimentary shopping tote filled with coupons. The Kittery Outlet Stores are located at 306 U.S. Rt. 1, in Kittery, Maine. For more information, please call 207-439-4367.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of November. We have premium King rooms for only $89.00 a night. We also have Jacuzzi suites starting at only $109 a night. Each room includes free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to assist you.
The King's Port Inn