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With settlements dating back to 1641, Ogunquit (meaning "coastal lagoon" in Abenaki Indian) boasts a unique blend of old-world-character and hospitality with modern cuisine and attitudes. It's not unusual to be greeted by a stranger on the street with a warm smile and "Hi, how are you today?" This...
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With settlements dating back to 1641, Ogunquit (meaning "coastal lagoon" in Abenaki Indian) boasts a unique blend of old-world-character and hospitality with modern cuisine and attitudes. It's not unusual to be greeted by a stranger on the street with a warm smile and "Hi, how are you today?" This may, at first, prove a little jarring to its urban vacationers, but soon enough, though, one is relaxed by all of this small beach community's charms. For the LGBT vacationer, Ogunquit proves a refreshingly mixed experience. You can't stroll for more than a few minutes in the town center without seeing a rainbow flag, yet this friendly escape somehow manages to be a very mixed vacation spot where sexual orientation is a non-issue.
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Travel Tips: Ogunquit
Ogunquit is earthy and surreal, a mixed up metropolis where surprises greet the curious stroller at every turn. These are just a few of my choice discoveries:
Travel Tip #1: Beach and Dunes
With over 3 miles of beach and dunes, Ogunquit is ideal for sun bathing and flying kites on the beach, but the water is FREEZING most of the summer. If you're looking for body surfing and other aquatic activities head south.
Travel Tip #2: Secret Routes
If you're walking you'll love that Ogunquit has no stop lights. If you're driving you'll wonder why there's always a traffic jam before and after beach hours. However, there are short cuts around the traffic so be sure and read...
Hotels: Ogunquit
Our tips on the best beds - from cheap to chic - where you can bunk in Ogunquit.
2V: Two Village Square, P.O. Box 864,, Ogunquit, ME, 03907 | P: (207) 646-5779 (May-Oct) and (412) 683-0218 (Jan-Apr)
Overlooks the town centre; you can't get a more central location. Make sure the friendly gay owners of this recently renovated gem tell you about their rubber ducky collection. Rooms from $79 - $189.
Black Boar Inn, 47 Main St.,, Ogunquit, ME, 03907 | P: (207) 646-2112
A snort, swag and tail from the town centre. Be sure to read the secret "no traffic" route on the website and you'll be in hog heaven.
Rooms from $165 - $185.
Restaurants: Ogunquit
Savvy street fare or a five-course feast? Here's the dish on Ogunquit's eateries.
Amore Breakfast, 178 Shore Road, P.O. Box 725, Ogunquit, ME, 03907 | P: 207-646-6661
A local institution and must. Breakfast only. Get there early to avoid the wait and don't dare leave Ogunquit without trying the Banana Foster French Toast.
The Front Porch, 9 Shore Road, Ogunquit, ME, 03907 | P: 207-646-3976
It's a one stop shop: after a life changing meal downstairs lug yourself upstairs for entertainment that will keep you there till close. If you have one night in Ogunquit spend it here.
Nightlife: Ogunquit
Cozy corner bars, splashy clubs--and beyond! The 411 on Ogunquit's after-dark options.
The Front Porch, 9 Shore Road, Ogunquit, ME, 03907 | P: 207-646-3976
It's a one stop shop: after a life changing meal downstairs lug yourself upstairs for entertainment that will keep you there till close. If you have one night in Ogunquit spend it here.
Club InsideOUT, 237 Main Street, Ogunquit, ME, 03907 | P: 207-646-7021
Never a dull night. They work hard for your money; so hard for it honey. Eat, drink and be Mary.
Activities: Ogunquit
Hot happenings. Outdoorsy options. Mandatory must-sees. Our picks of what you gotta do in Ogunquit.
The Beach
From the town centre follow Beach Street over the bridge, through the shops to ummm… the beach. The gays congregate to the left near the first set of wooden stairs past the shops. End your tanning spree with a drink overlooking...
Perkins Cove
From the town centre follow Shore Street to Perkins cove, an adorable little harbor. A whole new cluster of shops and restaurants surround the boats. Be sure to take a ride; the sunset "booze cruise" is a great way to start the...
