A local's guide to savoring the history, culture, food and nature of the Northeast USA
If you are not up to the best hikes in Rhode Island or want to take a stroll, enjoy this list of the best walking trails in Rhode Island. Some are through the woods, while others are along the beach, and all will provide the beauty and charm of why Rhode Island is such a … Read more
If you live in Massachusetts or are driving through, you have to chance to visit two of the scariest spots in the United States– The Lizzie Borden House and Salem. Read on for the best haunted places in Massachusetts. How to Visit the Lizzie Borden House 230 Second Street, Fall River The Lizzie Borden Bed … Read more
Why Visit New England? When I first moved to Rhode Island in New England from the West Coast, some of my California friends were very confused about New England. New England is a geographic area comprising the states of Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. It is in the northeastern United States … Read more
I was in Portland, Maine, for a conference a few years ago. I was able to do many great things in the area, but a visit and trip to Peaks Island eluded me. Since then, it has been on my New England bucket list. My friend, Sheela, visited the area for her 50th birthday to … Read more
If you are looking for a day trip from Boston or are spending a few days exploring the US’ smallest state, be sure to see what Rhode Island’s capital, Providence, has to offer. Providence is one of the US’ oldest cities, founded in 1636 by Roger Williams. The city’s name refers to God’s Providence. Roger … Read more
heAn ideal way to get yourself into a spring mood, especially with New England’s fluctuating spring weather, is to use the first sunny day to visit Boston, Massachusetts, while it is dressed up for the season. Boston is always a perfect city for history and walking, but when the tulips, hydrangea, and cherry blooms add … Read more
Whatever season you are visiting, New England has many spots perfect for day trips. We have green forested mountains, rocky coastlines, colonial history, and extraordinary seafood. If you plan a New England road trip, this New England day trip guide can help you plan where you should visit. I am blessed that many of these … Read more
This list should keep you busy if you are trying to figure out what to do on Martha’s Vineyard for a day or a week. Martha’s Vineyard is a large island off the coast of mainland Massachusetts and the third-largest island on the US east coast. It is around 88 square miles, many of which … Read more
Living in Rhode Island, we visit Block Island at least once a summer. Block Island is a convenient day trip from Rhode Island, Connecticut, or New York, and you can get a completely different state of mind and atmosphere in only about an hour. Block Island is also small enough to explore thoroughly in a … Read more
Since my family loves spending time in nature, we do a lot of hiking in our home state of Rhode Island. Here are 14 of the easiest and best hiking trails in Rhode Island and one right over the border into Massachusetts. The Best Hikes in Rhode Island 1. Carr Pond, West Greenwich Carr Pond … Read more
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