September 29, 2009
Foxwoods Resort and Casino
Looking to get away? Mashantucket, Connecticut, the home of Foxwoods Resort and Casino, is a great place to go. Over 40,000 people visit Foxwoods everyday and the 4.7 million square foot resort offers a little bit of everything.
http://www.foxwoods.com/?gclid=CLWL3avg2Z4CFU1M5Qod1XNWLA
Foxwoods is comprised of 6 casinos which offer more than 6200 slot machines, 380 tables for 17 different table games including 100 poker tables, a high-tech race book and the world’s largest bingo hall. Not into gambling? Not to worry! Foxwoods and neighboring MGM Grand offer theater, night clubs, concerts, shows and sporting events. There is also a salon and spa, championship golf course, and of course, shopping!
http://www.foxwoods.com/?gclid=CLWL3avg2Z4CFU1M5Qod1XNWLA
Worried about where you’re going to stay? Foxwoods offers three hotels plus the MGM Grand! You’re only worry will be choosing which one to stay in. Don’t worry about finding exactly what you want to eat either. There are over 30 restaurants including seafood, chicken, Mexican and more. Whether you’re in the mood for a gourmet meal or something quick and delicious from Panera Bread, Foxwoods has everything your taste buds are looking for.
It is definitely worth a trip to Connecticut to visit this amazing and fun resort. Come and spend 90 minutes with us here at Festiva Adventure Club in Portland, Maine, and recieve 2 VIP bus passes, 2 $20 Keno passes and a free dinner at the buffet. Call 888-695-0200 for more information.
September 28, 2009
Maine’s most popular fair is coming this weekend!
The 159th annual Fryeburg Fair is the largest and most popular fair in Maine. The 2009 fair, which takes place October 4th through October 11th, will offer over 4,000 animals, horse pulling, harness racing, pig scrambles, dozens of exhibition halls, over 50 rides and more.
http://www.fryeburgfair.com/
A big attraction this year will be the focus on renewable energy options. Vendors and companies will be educating people on wind power, solar photoelectric panels, generator power systems, geo-thermal power, outdoor wood and corn furnaces, wood pellets and systems, gasification boilers and energy efficient solar homes. Last year’s concentration on renewable energy was such a huge success that even more was added for the 2009 Fair. It’s going to be a great time and lots of fun so be sure to visit Fryeburg, Maine, for the largest and best fair of the season!
http://www.fryeburgfair.com/
Admission is $8 everyday except Saturday, and as always admission for children under age 12 is free. Saturday admission is $10. Gates open at 7 am. For more information including directions and a calendar of events, visit the fair’s website.
September 27, 2009
The Maine Discovery Museum
The Maine Discovery Museum (MDM) is the place to go for children to explore the world. Located in Bangor, Maine, it’s a fun place for the whole family. It is open Tues-Sat from 9:30 am – 5 pm and on Sundays from 12 pm – 5 pm. It is closed most Mondays, but occasionally is open on holidays. On Monday, Oct. 12th (Columbus Day) it’s open from 9:30 am- 5 pm.
Have you ever wondered what’s inside your child’s toys that make them shake and rattle? Don’t miss the inside story October 10 – January 3. Children can create their own toy with combinations using gears, pulleys, linkages, cams and circuits. You can become a member by filling out the form online. The cost varies depending upon how many you want included in your membership.
There are a bunch of activities they offer such as birthday parties, parent’s night out, overnights, home schoolers and classes and camps just to name a few. So come to the Maine Discovery Museum for some fun and discovery for the whole family.
September 26, 2009
A Night at the Stockhouse
Football season is upon us and if anything, it brings the family together. A fantastic place to go out and enjoy the game is the Stockhouse Restaurant & Sports Pub right on Main Street in Westbrook. There are TVs everywhere you look, as well as a bar and a game room. There are tables scattered throughout the large dining area, including outside on an expansive deck, where you and your family can enjoy the game and the food together.
And the food is great for the price with generous proportions. Choose anything from sandwiches to salads to burgers and of course, dessert. The options are fantastic for a sports bar and you will not be leaving the Stockhouse with an empty stomach.
Feel free to check out what the Stockhouse has to offer at http://www.thestockhouserestaurant.com! While you are surfing the web you should also stop by at www.festivaresorts.com to find out how you can get FREE Stockhouse dinner certificates for you and your family!
September 24, 2009
Pumpkin Patch Trolley Rides
http://www.trolleymuseum.org/
The Seashore Trolley Museum is hosting their annual Pumpkin Patch Trolley event. Many local families have made this a fun and educational tradition. Ride the street car to Meserve’s Crossing and walk over to the pumpkin patch. Here you can pick your own pumpkin and decorate it with paints provided by the museum. Don’t worry about transporting that wet pumpkin back to the museum, the volunteers will load it onto the mail car for you. Enjoy the rest of your trolley ride and make sure to check out the museum when you return. Most important, don’t forget that freshly painted pumpkin!
- http://www.trolleymuseum.org/events/pumpkinpatch.html
The event takes place September 26th and 27th, and October 3rd and 4th. The museum will open at 10 am with trolley rides departing regularly throughout the day, the last departing at 4:15 pm. Pumpkins for all children, pumpkin painting, face painting and refreshments are included in admission fee.
Adults: $8
Children- Ages 6-16: $5.50
Children -Age 5 and under: FREE
Senior Citizens: $6
For more information please vitit Seashore Trolley Museums website.
September 23, 2009
Bull in the heart of Portland
Bull Feeney’s is an excellent place to eat in the Old Port. It’s kid friendly too so the whole family can go enjoy a meal during the hours of 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 a.m. There is live music and great food in the heart of Portland. What more can you ask for?
Bull Feeney’s got it’s name from the founder’s son. He was a successful football champion and his nickname became “Bull.” He earned it because he would lower his helmet like a bull and charge through the lines. John was born in Ireland in 1854. In 1878 he moved to Portland, Maine, and opened a grocery store that posed as a front for a saloon. His saloons were gatherings where he would greet new immigrants, help them settle, register them for citizens and acquire a job.
You can also host your next gathering at Bull Feeney’s for 10-170 people. There are four fireplaces to stay cozy and five themed rooms. They have food from seafood to steaks and soups. Don’t hesitate to go try it out, it’s an awesome experience. It’s on 375 Fore St in Portland, Maine. Don’t forget to call (207)-773-7210.
September 22, 2009
Fall and Foliage
http://www.freephotosbank.com/364.html
Unfortunately summer is ending here in southern Maine. The upside to the hot beach weather moving south is that the cool fall weather is moving in. So unpack those comfy sweaters and scarfs and get ready to enjoy one of the most beautiful seasons in Maine.
This summer, if you can call it that, was filled with rain. 22.31 inches of rainfall hit Maine in June, July and August this year. All that rain made for a less than ideal summer but will bring a beautiful fall. The leaf bearing trees are full and lush, and the color changing is going to be vibrant and beautiful.
A great way to enjoy the fall foliage is to travel the state by bus or train. There are many different options for you to sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty of Maine. To find a tour that’s right for you visit any of these web sites:
http://www.etravelmaine.com/activities/maine_fall_foliage_touring.htm
http://www.yankeefoliage.com/drives/maine
http://www.chiff.com/travel/maine-foliage.htm
September 21, 2009
A Local Dairy Corner
In Scarborough, Maine, there is a little ice cream place that is nestled on a corner of an intersection. It is about ten minutes away from Pine Point, a beautiful beach, and a perfect place to stop at on the way back from a day of sun and sand. Even though the weather has cooled down, Dairy Corner is still open on the weekends and the choices are mind boggling for such a small place.
Flavors include cake batter, mint Oreo, moose tracks, peach ice cream and more. Choose from ice cream beverages, blizzards, ice cream sandwiches, and even ice creams for your dog!! Your pup will love a dish of vanilla soft serve with a dog bone stuck smack in the middle!
So even though fall is upon us, the beach is still beautiful and tourist-free, and the dairy corner is a fantastic place to satisfy your sweet tooth and spend some quality time with your family as well! Feel free to find out where the Dairy Corner is located or what they have to offer by calling 207-883-6936. You should also check out Festiva Resorts website at www.festivaresorts.com to learn how you can win Visa cards, mini choppers, The Landing dinner certificates, or even free lighthouse tours!!!
September 20, 2009
Scenic Seacoast Walks
Nowhere will you find a prettier coastline than in Maine, with an easily accessible walking trail. There are great views of the White Ogunquit Beach and for those of you who like to shop there is shopping at both ends of the trail. Experienced hikers usually say that Marginal Way, with its neatly paved path that winds along the rocky shore, is for old ladies. It is also safely fenced and has thirty benches for resting. It has a fake lighthouse at the halfway point as well.
The path leads from the downtown shopping center to Perkin’s Cove. Perkin’s Cove is an outdoor mall of jewelry, clothing, and candle boutiques. The tourists tend to disappear in the Fall, but t he beautiful ocean doesn’t. It is pleasantly less crowded after the Summer months. Parking is always free and dogs are allowed on the trail from now until March 31st.
September 19, 2009
Festiva on Facebook!!
If you are on Facebook, you should head over and add Festiva Resorts as a friend to read up more on what we are all about!! We have our own Facebook page that goes directly to our corporate office in Asheville, N.C., in case you have any questions, comments or any interest in what it is that we have to offer you for vacation ideas!!
There are a lot of things that Festiva Resorts can offer you with discounted travel all around the world and resorts that are near and far away! Everywhere you look, there are perfect opportunities for you and your family to escape and enjoy each other’s company!!
So add Festiva Resorts as your friend! And while you’re at it, visit our website at www.festivaresorts.com!!
