Immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas Prelude 2024 in Kennebunkport, where Cape Arundel Inn & Resort invites you to experience 14 unforgettable events brimming with holiday cheer. From festive traditions to sparkling celebrations, embrace the season’s warmth and joy in the most delightful and comfortable way imaginable.

Every December, this tiny New England town bursts with holiday cheer during its annual Christmas Prelude; check out the site and you’ll see a live countdown to the event’s start date—it’s that highly anticipated. According to this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards, Traveler readers love the 14-room Cape Arundel Inn & Resort for its oceanside location.

The Cape Arundel Inn & Resort recently graced the pages of the Boston Globe's Sunday edition, spotlighting the finest New England hospitality and the best November destinations. Discover why Kennebunkport stands out as a premier getaway, celebrated for its charm and sophistication. Explore the full feature in the ePaper below, and let Kennebunkport inspire your next memorable escape.

After the fall foliage frenzy, before winter season begins, is the quiet and highly underrated month of November in New England. We’d argue it’s a perfect time to get away. It’s cheaper and less crowded, and don’t you crave a break before the busy holiday season hits? Here are some fun things to do in New England this November.

In just ninety minutes by car from Boston, you can experience wide, sandy beaches, walking trails at the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, and some of New England’s best restaurants. Ocean Restaurant, where you can get fantastic seafood overlooking the Atlantic.

Many of Kennebunkport’s elite resorts are part of the Kennebunkport Resort Collection, comprising 10 inns and resorts located in and around town, most including gourmet restaurants. Arguably at the top of the group is the Cape Arundel Inn and Resort, nestled on the rocks on the point after which it is named, a few minutes’ drive from Dock Square in the village center.

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top resorts in New England's six states.

There’s a stampede every September as folks clammer for their first sip of pumpkin spice lattes and hot ciders. This is especially true in New England—what with all our orchards and farms.

The changing of the seasons and resultant New England fall foliage is as much a part of life in the region as lobster rolls and the Red Sox. At no time of the year is this more obvious and enchanting than in autumn–a time when visitors from across the country flock to the northeast to admire the region’s signature fall foliage.

A fall getaway is a dreamy experience in and of itself, but getting to immerse yourself in the magic of an East Coast autumn is truly special.

A short drive outside of Dock Square, perched on a rocky cliff, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the Cape Arundel Inn & Resort offers unobstructed views of the cerulean waters dotted with sailboats gracefully navigating their way through the waves.

J. Courtney Sullivan's new book, "The Cliffs," is set in a Maine town inspired by Ogunquit, where she visits every summer. Also loving Cape Arundel Inn & Resort in Kennebunkport.

Living in New England has its ups and downs, but when it finally gets to be "deck weather", the overall mood in this area instantly elevates. Meals and drinks taste so much better when consumed in the great outdoors.

Maine is renowned for its beaches, endless outdoor activities and adventures (including plenty of scenic hiking opportunities), and, of course, lobster. Whether you're traveling with a partner, friends, or family – or flying solo – the Pine Tree State offers something for everyone.

Chef Peter Rudolph is the chef at Ocean Restaurant at Cape Arundel Inn and Resort in Kennebunkport. He joined us in the 207 kitchen to share his recipe for spring pea soup with lemon-scented whipped cream and mint.

Maine is home to vast stretches of breathtaking coastline, which this time of the year is where all your coastal Grandma dreams can come true.

Chase away your winter blues with the Winter Wellness Spa Package offered at the Cape Arundel Inn & Resort in Maine. 

You heard it here first: Cozy weekends aren't only reserved for winter. At these New England hotels, cozy transcends year-round by offering the ultimate cozy luxury of ensuite fireplaces.