A local's guide to savoring the history, culture, food and nature of the Northeast USA
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 hike a lot 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 is a … 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 very northeastern United … Read more
Does your family have a vacation spot you return to year after year? You get to know the area, which 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 for all ages. This town feels … 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
If you are visiting New England in the fall, be sure to visit New Hampshire. New Hampshire has lakes, mountains, including New England’s tallest peak Mt. Washington, and brightly colored leaves as far as the eye can see. Last week, I shared my New Hampshire long weekend road trip foliage itinerary. Today I am continuing … Read more
If you are looking for a day trip from Boston with history and a lot of fun, a day trip from Boston to Salem is the answer. Salem is a port city that was founded in 1626. It is now most famous for its Witch Trials of 1692, and its author, Nathaniel Hawthorne. It is … Read more
If you are looking for a bike trail on Cape Cod that will provide you with the best overview of the area, be sure to ride the Shining Sea Bikeway in Falmouth, Massachusetts. It has cranberry bogs, marshes, farms, art, and beaches. It is, in fact, the only bike trail on Cape Cod that goes … Read more
I did my residency in Hartford, Connecticut, and my husband grew up in the area, so we have an affinity for it. We wanted to spend a day with my friend, Karen, who lives here. She knows I love ice cream and nature, so she suggested a day at Granville State Forest. We had a … Read more
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