March 13, 2009

This Spring we want to spread the word  . . . Ogunquit is the place to be.

Everyone needs a little sunshine - and sunshine is best with sand between your toes. Ogunquit is close by, Spring deals can fit any budget and as the temperatures rise, you can't beat a walk along Ogunquit Beach and Marginal Way.

This season - Find us on Facebook, follow our Ogunquit Blog, check out our Resort's website and more. Try out newly renovated rooms and suites. Make the most of your vacaation with Kid-tivities and stay rewards. Our Ogunquit hotel celebrates its 26 year by saying thank you to you.

Be sure to enjoy the savings - and add a little Ogunquit sunshine this Spring!

Happy Travels! See you soon!

The Meadowmere Family

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Thank you to the Top 100!
Our Top 100 has kicked off 2009 with two fun weekends so far. Want to get in on the action? Make the Top 100 list! And be pampered in Ogunquit at the Mere! Already a Top 100 - Send us your pictures and share about the Mere and Ogunquit online at Facebook.

Gear Up for Eco-Tours!
Our next tour series happens on June 5-7 for World Ocean Celebration. Check out the launch of Surf Ogunquit (rumors are a surf star will make an appearance) and take a behind the scenes tour of the Meadowmere. Learn about our efforts to make your stay better - for you and the environment! Check World Ocean Day online.

Bubbles, Tiny Bubbles - Jacuzzi Suite Upgrades
In addition to the upgraded Main Building resort rooms, our popular Queen Jacuzzi suites are brand new. A fresh look and new Jacuzzi tubs are in place - and waiting for you! Read more about our renovations online.

Always Traveling to Southern Maine for Business and Need to Save?
We hear you! Our Ogunquit hotel offers Corporate Programs designed for the business traveler - with savings up to 30%! To learn more and sign up your company, visit Corporate Sales online or call 1-800-633-8718 x 657 for more.

Need to Plan A Family Reunion, Club Outing or Team Building Event?
Ogunquit is the spot! From classic cars to corvettes clubs, enjoy the best drives around Southern Maine. Take the family reunion beyond singing 'We are family' and enjoy lobster cruises, Kid-tivities, clambakes and more. Gather the staff at our Ogunquit hotel - from wine tastings and cook-offs to Team Survivor and the Matrix, we'll help you with team building for your conference or meeting.  Visit Event Sales online or call 1-800-633-8718 x 657 for more.

April Showers Savings on You With . . .

• Easter specials starting at $149.95 per person for two nights, dinner, late checkout, Easter Brunch and more - Click here for Ogunquit Easter Specials
• Patriot's Festival Weekend deals with two nights, wine & cheese reception, dinner and breakfasts. Try your luck under the Big Top tent and catch Midnight Madness Shopping before Paul Revere's ride. Click here for Ogunquit's Patriot's Day Festival 
• April School Break specials - including Meadow Kid-tivities for go-cart racing, horseback riding and family fun. Enjoy indoor heated pool, tv room, Roman Spa, game room, complimentary wireless and onsite room service. Your family trips are important and you'll get more when you come here.  Click here to plan an Ogunquit Family Vacation.

May Blooms with Getaways For . . . 

• Hospitality for Habitat - You give, you save. It's simple and the Meadowmere is happy to help the cause! Click here for our Habitat Coupon Special.
• Cinco de Mayo - Ay Caramba! It's May in Ogunquit!
• Mother's Day - Make her feel special with a trip to Ogunquit, including wine & cheese welcome, Mother's Day Brunch and late check out. Click here for Mother's Day in Maine.
• Victoria Day celebrations with an Old Time Radio Gang performance and more. Click here for a Victoria Day Getaway.
• Memorial Day Weekend with one, two and three nights available for your getaway - Kick off Summer in Ogunquit! Click here for our Memorial Day Package.
• Rocky Road 'N' Roses Weekend - Every year, we celebrate ice cream, June roses and Ogunquit. Click here for more information on our sweet surprise.

And June is Jumpin'   . . .  with World Ocean Day Celebrations and Father's Day Weekend. Time for the All-American Family Vacation. Save money on this year's summer vacation with a Maine adventure - You don't have to go far to recharge!

The Green Wedding Giveaway Winner is . . .  Joelle & Jonathan - Congratulations! Picked to be in the final five, over 13,000 voted - and the lucky couple came out on top. On June 21st, they will receive a wedding package worth over $40,000 - including a Honeymoon Suite getaway at the Meadowmere and ceremony at Clay Hill Farm.

Keep watch - the Second Annual Green Wedding Giveaway will be underway soon!

Spring 2009

• April 10-12: Easter Holiday Package
• April 17-19: Patriot's Day Festival
• April 17-25: Spring School Break
• April 25-26: Earth Day Celebration
• May 1-3: Cinco de Mayo Weekend
• May 8-10: Mother's Day Getaway
• May 15-17: Victoria Day Weekend
• May 22-25: Memorial Day Weekend
• May 29-31: Rocky Road N Roses Escape
• June 5-7: World Ocean Day Celebration
• June 19-21: Father's Day Weekend
• July 2-5: July 4th Celebrations
• August 14-16: Made In Maine Celebration

Spring Packages

• Eat Drink Be Merry Gourmet Getaway 
• Mind, Body, Spirit Spa & Wellness
• Make Me A Chef! Culinary & Spa Vacation
• Ogunquit Girlfriend Getaways
• Tee & Sea Golf Getaway
• Ogunquit Honeymoon Romance
• Get Engaged by the Sea!

Another sea creature that Maine is known for are delicious, fresh shrimp. For many locals and regular visitors, Mekhong Thai is a favorite spot for Pad Thai. Located on Route One about four miles north of our Ogunquit hotel, the family owned and operated restaurant is a find for Asian cuisine with Maine flair.  In this newsletter, we share their famous Pad Thai recipe, complete with shrimp and veggies. Get that Wok ready - it's time for stir fry!

INGREDIENTS:
1/2 - 3/4 cup of pad Thai sauce
1 lbs dried rice noodles
8- 10 large Maine shrimp, peeled, deveined and cooked*
1/4 cup roasted peanuts, ground
1/2 cup bean sprouts
1 bunch of scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup preserved turnips or cabbage, ground (optional, but yummy!)
2 Tbsp. dried baby shrimp (optional)
Dried chilies to taste (optional, but that's where the spice is!)
1 Egg, beaten
Peanut Oil
3-4 lime wedges

DIRECTIONS:
1. Soak noodles in cold water for 30 minutes or until soft. While soaking, boil shrimp until cooked (if necessary) and set aside. Slice scallions, chop preserved turnips and grind/shop peanuts (if necessary).
2. Drain noodles and heat the wok with peanut oil
3. Add 1 beaten egg and scramble. Add noodles and cook until translucent.
4. Add half of the bean sprouts, half of the scallions and half of the peanuts. Add all of the shrimp and optional ingredients. Stir fry until vegetables and shrimp are heated through.
5. Add Pad Thai sauce. Start with 1/2 cup and stir fry until excess sauce has evaporated. If too dry, add remaining sauce and stir fry until noodles are completely cooked and excess sauce has evaporated.
6. Turn off heat and put into serving dish/bowl. Garnish with remaining peanuts, scallion, bean sprouts and 3-4 lime wedges.

SERVES: 4

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