Beautiful Kennebunkport, Maine, Earns Spot Among Top Thanksgiving Destinations in the U.S.

Fall is unquestionably Maine's time to shine.

The state is so perfectly built for this season that it’s no wonder it ends up on many “best of” lists and in countless glowing articles.

Maine is constantly being compared, contrasted, dissected, observed, and reviewed by travel websites from across the globe. These articles are great reference guides for future vacationers or residents looking for the next best thing to experience in the state.

One of those articles to fall (no pun intended) into this category is a list from the folks at the popular travel site Country Living. The site’s content includes travel recommendations, incredible trip profiles, ranking lists, and reviews. It’s an encyclopedia for any travel aficionado.

What are the Best American Towns to Visit for the Thanksgiving Holiday?

One of Country Living’s articles is a list of the best places in America to visit during the Thanksgiving holiday. It highlights towns that best represent what the holiday weekend is all about—places that are perfect for spending time with family while enjoying the sights, sounds, flavors, and spirit of the region.

Considering Maine was made for this holiday, it should come as no surprise to see it represented on the list. And Country Living chose Kennebunkport as the town that best captures this for the state.

Kennebunkport, Maine, is One of the Best Towns to Visit During the Thanksgiving Holiday

Kennebunkport is a wonderful choice. The town is a beautiful seaside gem in southern Maine. It’s filled with local artisans, delicious restaurants, tasty craft beer, gorgeous accommodations, and historic architecture. Plus, who doesn't love a stunning walk by the ocean on a cold, crisp late-autumn day? There’s simply no beating those views.

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Here is a little from Country Living of why it chose to include Kennebunkport on this list.

Maine is gorgeous in the summer, but it's even better in the fall and early winter. The weather's still mild, and it's far less crowded, so you won't have to wait in line for your lobster roll or cup of chowder!

Kennebunkport is the perfect representative of a Thanksgiving town. The reasons given are an excellent summary of what a visitor can expect, and being able to enjoy it without hordes of tourists is a significant advantage. It doesn’t matter that it’s colder this time of year—Kennebunkport is wonderful in every season.

Plus, who doesn't love hammering a fresh lobster roll when you get tired of eating turkey? Talk about having a true Maine Thanksgiving.