October 31, 2009
NEW MOON
At Festiva Resorts we specialize in vacation, travel and relaxation. Even so, we like to know what’s happening right here at home in Maine, that includes all the latest box office hits and new movies arriving at cinemas in just a matter of weeks. Halloween may be coming to an end but vampires and werewolves will be on our minds well into Thanksgiving. 
If you haven’t read the books, now is the time to start. It’s never too late! But if you aren’t ready to delve into the fascinating world of Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight series books, you can always just sit back and enjoy the movie. By now the first movie, Twilight, is on sale in stores. But on November 20th, 2009 the second movie, New Moon, will be in cinemas! There are four books altogether. Once you sink your teeth into the story, you may not want to wait for the 3rd movie to come out before getting caught up with those books. If you want more information on Stephanie Meyer’s books, you can check out her website, but don’t spoil the ending for yourself!
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Movies are a great way to keep life interesting but if you are looking for some real life adventure of your own, why not check out Festiva Resorts? Book an appointment and then book a vacation because at Festiva Resorts, we are sure you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for in a vacation. We are so excited about our product that we will give you free gifts just for coming to listen to our presentation. For more information, visit our website: www.festivaresorts.com
October 30, 2009
Haunted Hayrides!!
It’s the day before Halloween. Pretty soon we will be putting our decorations away until this time next year! So hurry up, bundle up the kids, and make the most of the haunted times that are left! Make sure to have a guaranteed FANTASTIC time at the Haunted Hayrides in Scarborough, Maine at Scarborough Downs.
Halfway through the terrifying ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat, you and your family will be served deadly donuts and free spider cider, handed to you by the ugliest witches you have ever seen! There are group discounts available and regular prices are $13 for adults and $9 for children. You won’t see what is going to come out and grab you at any dark and twisted corner along the hayride so be prepared to scream and get terrified!
And something to keep you wanting to come back for more as well is one of Festiva Resorts’ 90 minute presentations on how you can vacation better and cheaper! You can also learn how you can get plane tickets and cruise prices cut just by becoming part of the Festiva Family! Our location in Portland will be more than happy to present you with dinner certificates, visa gift cards, sailing tickets and more just for sitting through one of our presentations here at Festiva Resorts.
October 29, 2009
Be Safe on Halloween
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Halloween is a fun and exciting holiday for everyone in the family. Unfortunately we can get so caught up in the events, costumes and parties that we forget to think about safety. Whether you are taking the kids trick-or-treating or hosting a scary event at your home, make sure you keep some of these safety tips in mind. If the kids are going trick or treating, make sure you know the route they will be taking. If you can’t go with them, make sure they are accompanied by a teen or adult. Know what other activities they may be doing, such as parties or school functions. Help your kids pick out safe costumes. If the have a
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mask, make sure the eye holes are large enough to see properly. If they are carrying props, make sure they have smooth edges in case they fall. Also make sure their costumes are fire proof and warm enough for the fall weather. If you put jack-o-lanterns on your property, make sure they are far enough away that kids’ costumes will not catch fire. Most importantly, make sure your kids know to look both ways before crossing the street and not to get into strangers vehicles.
If you are looking for a safe and warm trick-or-treating option, come to the Maine Mall. 94.9 WHOM will be hosting a costume contest from 5pm to 7pm and the Maine Mall stores will be passing out candy from 7pm to 8pm.
While you are in the mall stop by Festiva Resorts‘ booth and enter to win a
new Skidoo and 4 wheeler or $15,000 in cash. You can also come into Festiva’s Portland office and learn about our exciting vacation opportunities. Just for viewing our 90 minute presentation, you can walk away with Irving gift cards, dinner certificates, travel certificates and more. Call Festiva Resorts at 800-695-0200 to set up your tour today!
October 28, 2009
Hike for a Cure
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and is quickly coming to an end. The state of Maine and the Maine Cancer Foundation has had many fundraisers this month to help fight the disease that affects one out of every eight U.S. women. Chances are, you or someone you know is being affected by breast cancer. If you are interested in volunteering to help raise money and awareness, it’s not too late.
Sunday River is proud to present the third annual Hike the River event this Saturday, October 31st. The 2-mile hike begins at the Phoenix House and Well and goes up some of the most beautiful trails on the mountain. Registration is at 10 am and the hike will begin at 11 am. 100% of the funds raised will go to the
Maine Cancer Foundation and stay right here in Maine. The proceeds will support breast cancer research, education and patient support programs. Hike the River is dedicated to the memory of Candace Forsley, sister of Hike the River’s founder Fred Forsley.
Looking for something relaxing to do after the hike? Come visit Festiva Resorts and learn about our exciting vacation opportunities. In these stressful times, taking a vacation to recharge your batteries is just what the doctor ordered. Festiva Resorts, located in Portland, Maine, has vacation options to fit everyone’s needs. You can also walk away with free gifts like dinner certificates, Irving gas cards and travel certificates just for coming in. Call Festiva at 888-695-0200 to schedule your tour today!
October 27, 2009
Freeport to host Girlfriend’s Getaway weekend!
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If you will be in the Freeport area from November 14-16 you have to try to take part in some of the events Girlfriend’s Getaway has in store for women from all over. There will be special offers and events all weekend long including a fashion show, silent auction, live entertainment, product demos, outdoor recreation and so much more!
On Friday there will be psychic readings and a welcome reception where you can pay a small fee to receive specialty cocktails, special offers and a girlfriend’s getaway bracelet. There will be an art walk around Freeport and The Delta Nights Band will be playing. Admission to the show is free with your bracelet.
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There are quite a few things going on Saturday including an L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery School Park, chair massages, a fashion show and silent auction. The Fashion Show will include Anne Klein, Banana Republic, AU, Co/op, Coach, Dooney & Burke, Gap, Horny Toad, Jill McGowan, Jones NY, L.L. Bean, Maidenform, The North Face and more. The silent auction will feature Anne Klein, The Beadin’ Path, Brown Goldsmiths, Dooney & Burke, Earrings & Company, Mangy Moose, R.D. Allen Freeport Jewelers, Sail Freeport, Sea Bags and art and jewelry from Maine Craftsmen.
Sunday events include a Fly Tying session and Herbs for Women’s Health class. Click here to download a printable schedule of events.
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If you would like to take a break from these events to win some free gifts from Festiva Adventure Club you can give us a call at 888-695-0200 and schedule a tour to come in and learn a little about our member’s only vacation club. As a thank you from all of us at Festiva, you will walk away with some cool stuff like gas cards, visa gift cards, dinner certificates and more. If you would like some more information on Festiva Resorts stop by our website or our Blog.
October 26, 2009
Halloween is quickly approaching!
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With Halloween just 5 days away the stores seem to be packed with people stocking up on candy, costumes and decorations. Most everyone has already made their plans and is very excited about the fact that it’s on a Saturday this year. This allows people to start early and attend multiple events that day. In case you are one of the few people who don’t have plans yet, Maine has many different things going on that you might be interested in.
There is Fright at the Fort in Prospect where people are led through the haunted, dark passageways at Fort Knox. This event is not suitable for young children since it can be somewhat scary. Teens and adults are urged to stop by 711 Fort Knox Road from 5:30-9:00 p.m. It’s only $5 per person.
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If you are in the Kittery area, stop by the Junkins Family Haunted Estate for a haunted walk. During this event you can take a walk through the woods occupied by ghosts. There are tons of decorations and it’s said to be the largest Halloween display in New England. If you are under 18 you must be accompanied by a parent. Of course young children are not encouraged to go. This fun event is located at 87 Wilson Road from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. and admission is free so how can you go wrong?
The Down East Country Music Association is hosting a Halloween dance with live music by Betty & Cal, Gary Leet, Lolalee & The Country Bandits and Potpourri. You must be at least 21 for this event and it is taking place at the Litchfield Sportsman’s Club on Hallowell Road from 7:00-11:30 p.m. The cost is only $6 per person or $10 per couple. There will be raffles, drawings and a costume contest so wear your best costume for a chance to win a prize!
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Speaking of free prizes, you should contact Festiva Adventure Club at 888-695-0200 and get all the details on how to win some free prizes from us. If you have 90 minutes to spare to come to Festiva’s Portland office and learn a little bit about our member’s only vacation club, then this is a great way for you to walk away with great gifts like airfare vouchers, dinner certificates, gas cards and more as a thank you from us at Festiva Resorts.
October 25, 2009
A Walk Back Into History
While the weather is staying nice for the remainder of fall, it might be a good idea to get your family outdoors while they can still enjoy the warm sunshine. In Portland there is a way to do this AND have your children learn more about their homeland as well. How is this possible? By going on one of Portland’s guided walking tours! These tours take you in four different Portland neighborhoods of Congress Street, Old Port Exchange, State Street, and the Western Promenade.
But these tours won’t be around for much longer because they come to stop for the season at the end of October. Tours take place mornings at 9:30 and 11, and afternoons at 12:30, 2, and 5. You can see anything from the City Hall, to a well-known park, to a cemetery. Learn more about our city in Maine perched right on the shoreline. It’s only $8 a person while children that are 16 or younger are free as long as they are accompanied by an adult.
After you have walked around the great city of Portland and have gotten your fill of the history that has taken place here, you should head over to Festiva Resorts to learn how you can vacation for longer, cheaper and better. At Festiva Resorts we can show you how this is possible and whether you agree with us or not, you can still enjoy our family friendly tour with $50 Visa cards, gas cards or dinner certificates. And there are so many other option as well. You can learn more about Festiva Resorts at www.festivaresorts.com or contact us at 888-695-0200 to schedule your visit today.
October 24, 2009
Autumn Rewards
Apple picking season is coming to an end but there are plenty of delicious things you can make with this season’s apple harvest. Sweet, sour or tart, but always colorful, you can keep your family’s palate happy long into the cold winter months. Try making homemade apple sauce, apple crisp or apple pie just to name a few. Speaking of sweet and savory apple delights, let’s not forget a New England favorite, Apple Cider Donuts!
Have you ever had the pleasure or opportunity to spend time at the orchard on a cool crisp autumn day surrounded by trees that are heavy with ruby and golden colored treasures? Then, with rosy cheeks and a tingling nose, lungs full of fresh air and tummy growling, have you sipped a cup of hot apple cider and nibbled a sweet cider donut hot off the tray? Maybe you’ve never heard of this kind of deliciously decadent day trip? Or maybe you prefer to delight your family’s taste buds in the comfort of your own home? In that case, Festiva Resorts thinks you might like this recipe for homemade apple cider donuts.
Festiva Resorts is paying attention to what makes people happy this fall and every season. That’s why Festiva Resorts wants you to make an appointment and come visit our Portland office today so you can learn more about what we already know regarding fantastic vacation getaways right here in Maine and all over the world. For more information call us at 888-695-0200.
October 23, 2009
A Trip to a Local Island
Mackworth Island is located in Falmouth, Maine, right on the border of Portland. It is a beautiful island that welcomes families to come enjoy its land. In the summer there are several different shorelines where you can spread out your towels and enjoy the peaceful lapping of the waves and the shining sun. Some of the shorelines are more secluded from others, giving you and your family more privacy than any other beach could supply you with. But there is something that this island can give you all year-round.
There is a walking trail that takes you around the entire island in about 30 to 45 minutes. The trail varies from the shore to rock walls that take you farther out into the water, to deep inside of the woods. The island is open all year and many locals go there to take their dogs on a hike or to snowshoe in the wintertime.
At Festiva Resorts in Portland, Maine we have a lot of offer as well. We are a members-only Adventure Club where you can learn how to vacation cheaper and more often. Festiva’s Portland office on Riverside Street has 90 minute presentations 5 days a week where you can walk away with plenty of gifts for just attending one of our presentations. You can get gas cards, Jimmy The Greeks Gift certificates, and Cruise tickets for you and your family. Our family-friendly Festiva Resorts employees are very informative and can supply you with some fun new ideas that can bring you and your family closer together and make some lasting memories. You can learn more about us at www.festivaresorts.com.
October 22, 2009
Maine Green Home & Energy Show
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If you’re interested in going green you should definitely visit the Augusta Armory for the 4th annual Maine Green Home and Energy Show from October 23-25. The hours are from 10-8 on Friday and Saturday and from 10-4 on Sunday. The cost is only $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, $3 for children ages 6-14 and children under 6 are free. Speaking of free, while you’re there you should stop by the Festiva Resorts booth to fill out an entry form to win a mini chopper!
By going to the show you can gain a lot of useful knowledge about going green by attending one of the many seminars taking place throughout the show. You can get tips on how to improve indoor air quality in your home, discuss energy efficient replacement windows and how to save money with the federal energy tax credits, find out if your property is a good wind site, and discuss Isokern fireplace and chimney systems and natural stone thin veneer.
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The weekend forecast for Augusta shows rain so what better way to spend the weekend than staying inside learning ways to keep the environment healthy and entering to win a mini chopper from Festiva! If you do miss the show you can still take advantage of some other cool gifts from Festiva Adventure Club by calling us at 888-695-0200 to schedule a time to come in and watch our 90 minute presentation and then leave with some cool gifts like gas cards, dinner certificates and more!
