March 10, 2010
Dining out in Festiva’s Resort Locations
Now that you’ve planned your ‘eating in’ meals you can think about dining out on your next Festiva vacation without the worry of spending money three times a day. There are several great Online restaurant guides for several of Festiva’s resort destinations.
While vacationing at our Rangeley Lake Resort in Maine you don’t want to miss out on Maine’s Restaurant Week, March 1 – 10. Come enjoy a culinary tour of the state’s best restaurants and receive a specially priced three-course menu for lunch or dinner.
In the small fishing village of Murrells Inlet, S.C., the Marsh Walk is the place to be with plenty of five-star, mouth-watering restaurants. You won’t find better seafood anywhere else, and it’s only minutes away from Festiva’s Ellington resort! And with the money you’ll be saving from our ‘eating in’ tips from last week you’ll be able to splurge on the finest steaks, prepared by some of Murrells Inlet’s own award-winning chefs. The Marsh Walk offers more than just restaurants with shops, nightlife and water sports; and don’t forget the fabulous view of the saltwater marsh, filled with wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
Still craving seafood? Charleston, South Carolina is known for its fresh seafood and world class cuisine. At Amen Street Fish and Raw Bar located on 205 East Bay Street you’ll find delicious dishes ranging from oysters and clams to lobster and fresh fish! Check out the Charleston Dining Guide to find some of Charleston’s most upscale restaurants. Take a short walk or carriage ride from Festiva’s Church Street Inn and find yourself in a great selection of restaurants, no matter what you’re in the mood for— from affordable low country cuisine to international flavors worth a splurge —you won’t be disappointed!
If you’re heading further south and over the bridge to Hilton Head Island for a stay at Festiva’s Main Street Inn & Spa, you’ll find the best destination for golfing, water sports, and of course eating! Prepare to be surprised because this 12 mile long island has all the dining options you could think of: French, German, Italian, Greek, Chinese and more. So head on down south for a delicious meal by the sea.
In sunny Orlando you’ll definitely be in the mood for a yummy meal after touring around in the bright sunshine. Some of Orlando’s best and most sophisticated restaurants can be found at the Orlando Dining Guide’s website. Click on the Central Florida link to see restaurants conveniently located (perhaps even walking distance) from Festiva’s own Orlando family retreat, The Blue Heron Beach Resort.
If you prefer the mountains to the sea, no worries; Banner Elk, N.C., has you covered. Up in the cozy, beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains you’re guaranteed to find some good ‘ole southern cooking. At the infamous Dan’l Boone Inn, just minutes from Festiva’s Blue Ridge Village, you’ll feel right at home with this family-style inspired restaurant. Come hungry for a hearty plate of three meats, five vegetables and grandma’s warm, doughy biscuits! Find out about other good eats in the are at the High Country Dining website.
Festiva’s Midwest resort destinations also have a variety of flavors to please your palate. Choose from 400 restaurants in Branson, Missouri. You know you’ll be able to find what you’re looking for in Branson—and the world of fine dining is yours! Check out your boundless amount of options at the Flavors of Branson website.
If you’re a cheese lover, Wisconsin is definitely the place to be. The Cheese Factory in particular is one of the most popular restaurants in the area. Prepare yourself for wonderful food and an amazing atmosphere at any of the 80 restaurants located in Wisconsin Dells, right near Festiva’s Mirror Lake & Tamarack Resort. A list of brand new restaurants can be found on the Wisconsin Dells website.
If your vacation plans include taking advantage the kitchen and dining facilities at Festiva’s resorts and eating in for about half of your meals, then you will have no problem indulging in your vacation destination’s best restaurants and not breaking your budget!
- Claire Clayton
