A local's guide to savoring the history, culture, food and nature of the Northeast USA
Explore the Northeast corner of the United States, New England
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 very northeastern United … Read more
Does your family have a vacation spot that you return to year after year? You get to know the area, and it feels like a second home. For my family, that place is Lincoln, New Hampshire. This little town in the White Mountains is big enough to have tons to do but not as tourist-saturated … Read more
Are you looking for the perfect New Egland winter getaway not centered around skiing and close to Boston? I have written before about things to do in Woodstock, Vermont, when there isn’t snow on the ground, but it is also an ideal place for a winter weekend. The historic town is charming and romantic and … Read more
Oh, how I love Vermont! It makes me happy just thinking about it. It has gorgeous forests, charming towns, and inspiring artisan culture. Located in southern Vermont, the area around Woodstock is very convenient to the rest of New England, and this area embodies all that I love about Vermont. If you are searching for … Read more
With over 300 miles of coastline and many small islands, Rhode Island has many opportunities to view spectacular sunsets. Viewing Rhode Island sunsets is a chance to relax and take in Rhode Island’s beauty. Enjoy some of my favorite Rhode Island sunsets. The Best Places to See the Sunset in Rhode Island Best Places to … Read more
My family has a long history in New Bedford. My great-grandmother was born here and worked in the Wamsutta fabric mill. Her father was a mason whose work can still be seen at the town post office. It is a New England town lying on the southern coast of Massachusetts with a rich colonial history. … Read more
On a Monday in October, my friend and I were looking for a fantastic fall view. I had heard about Lookout Rock only about an hour from my home, so we set out to see if the views were as good as the internet says. While we were there, we also spent the day exploring … Read more
Being a lover of bridges and flowers, ever since hearing that a bridge of flowers exists, seeing it has been high on my New England bucket list. And the experience was even better than I expected! Not only can you see The Bridge of Flowers, but there are also many cool things to do in … Read more
Winter is one of the best times to be in New England. The area is a wonderland of snow-covered mountains and perfectly decorated, charming towns. Whether you are looking for an active, historical getaway, or a Christmasy escape, New England is the place to experience winter. Here are the best winter activities in New England … Read more
New England is ideal for celebrating autumn with its apple orchards and quaint towns ablaze in fall’s glorious colors. Because we know winter is coming, and the earth around us is also announcing that, New Englanders really get into this season. Whether you are looking to celebrate the harvest or Halloween, I have lots of … Read more
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