Join Best of Times Travel and the Nonantum Resort on a fantastic 2 Day adventure to Kennebunkport, Maine during the Christmas Prelude season and see why this program depicts what one can only describe as Postcards From Maine! 

The Ambiance of a Bygone Era...

The Nonantum Resort located in the picturesque seaside town of Kennebunkport, Maine, offers one of the premier waterfront locations on the Southern Maine coastline.  The Nonantum Resort was built in 1883 and opened on the Fourth of July of that year!  Just a short walk to the center of Kennebunkport’s Dock Square - with its unique shops, boutiques, art galleries, sea captains’ homes, and historic landmarks.  This beautiful resort features elegantly appointed rooms, private baths, dining overlooking Kennebunkport harbor, heated pool, hot tub, recreational activities and service reminiscent of days gone by.  In fact, Yankee Magazine featured the Nonantum Resort as one of the best resorts in New England in 2018. Guests from across the nation and many other countries have come to the Nonantum to build life long memories. Maine truly is Vacationland, and the Nonantum Resort has something for every member of your family. Victorian Charm with Contemporary Amenities. Begin your Maine adventure now.

Journey to Kennebunkport Maine during the magical time of Christmas Prelude!

CHRISTMAS AT VICTORIA MANSION – Also known as the Morse-Libby House, Victoria Mansion was built between 1858 and 1860 as a summer home for two people, Ruggles Sylvester Morse and his wife Olive. They were both from Maine originally, but Morse made his fortune in New Orleans where he operated luxury hotels. This spectacular summer home is widely considered one of the finest examples of the Italian Villa style in America. Every holiday season, the Mansion transforms into a Victorian winter wonderland for Christmas. This beloved celebration features decorations by some of the community’s leading and up-and-coming artists, florists, designers, and fellow non-profit organizations to highlight the Mansion’s original 19th century interiors. Now in its fourth decade, over 8,000 visitors attend this annual event and we will enjoy it too on our included tour of the mansion.

WHITE COLUMNS MANSION – KENNEBUNKPORT – Built in 1853, White Columns is the Kennebunkport Historical Society’s premier property. Owned and loved by the same family for 130 years, the Victorian-era home has retained its old world charm and still contains the home’s original furnishings. Step back in time by taking a guided tour. Docents will lead you through seven rooms of the stately home and share stories about three generations of the Perkins-Nott family that lived, loved and lost in this magnificent Greek revival mansion. The tour includes a brief history of Kennebunkport, its shipbuilding and maritime traditions, and the important connection between the house and the family of Presidents H.W. and George W. Bush who have summered in Kennebunkport for generations.

OUR MYSTERY TOUR – Well if we told you it wouldn’t be a mystery. But let’s just say it will be a yummy and bubbly visit.  

• Roundtrip Motor coach Transportation*

• 1 Night Lodging at the beautiful & historic Nonantum Resort

• 2 Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner

• Admission to Victoria Mansion 

• Admission to White Columns Mansion 

• Mystery Tour

• Best of Times Travel Tour Manager (Gratuity Included)

• Optional Travelers Insurance by Chubb is offered - Click Here for Details on Chubb Travel Insurance Program

 * Single Group Pick-Up.  Non-Group Bookings will be required to travel to the nearest Best of Times or Group Set Pick-Up Location. Best of Times Travel will notify you of the closest departure point to where you live approximately 3 weeks prior to the trip departure date. 

Here are the Specific Terms & Conditions of Sale For this program.

Purchasing your trip on-line incurs bank service fees that are charged at the time of check-out and will also be charged on any installment payments as well. 

Rates and itineraries shown here were in effect at the time of printing and no changes are anticipated; however, Best of Times Travel reserves the right to withdraw any tour or  to make any rate changes, as necessary. Prices are subject to change. A deposit is always required to confirm a reservation. A Deposit of $50pp, plus insurance premium (if  selected) is due upon registration to confirm your reservation. Travel Insurance: We recommend your purchase of optional travel insurance. This optional travel insurance  is per person and the premium is based on the overall trip cost. Travelers MUST purchase the plan at the time of initial deposit. Coverage will not be in place unless your full  Deposit is received. Cancellation schedule and fees are in place regardless of cancellation reason (including, but not limited to, force majeure, health pandemics or government  restrictions). Travel Insurance Premium is also Non-Refundable regardless of cancellation reason. Payment in full must be received by October 3rd, 2024 or this may result  in an automatic cancellation. Please note: All cancellations must be made in writing and sent to Best of Times Travel. The date of cancellation is deemed to be the date  received by Best of Times Travel. Cancellation Charges for this programs are as follows: Cancellations from date of booking until 10/3/2024 have no cancellation fee.  Cancellations from 10/3/2024 until 11/15/2024 will be assessed a cancellation fee of 75% of the total fare. Cancellations after 11/15/2024 will receive no refund, 100% of the  total fare. Best of Times Travel is not responsible for any refunds over and above said amount. Best of Times Travel reserves the right to issue any refunds, in whole or in part,  in the form of future travel credit. 

*Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver has the following stipulations: plan must be purchased within 15 days of initial trip payment, insured must be medically able to travel at time  of purchasing the plan, all pre-paid, non-refundable trip costs need to be insured. This information is a brief description of the features of this insurance program. Coverage & pricing may vary by state. The provision of this document is for  informational purposes only and is not an insurance contract. Coverage is being marketed by Chubb Insurance Solutions Agency, Inc. located at 202 Halls Mills Road, Whitehouse Station, New Jersey 08889. Insurance benefits are underwritten  by ACE Property & Casualty Insurance Company located at 436 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106.