New England has so many great beaches, but my favorite is Short Sands Beach in York Beach, Maine. Framed by rocky coast, magnificent old oceanfront homes, arcades, and a lively, small downtown, Short Sands...
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While visiting the affordable Capron Park Zoo in Attleboro, Mass., I could have sworn that one of the birds said “Cheap, cheap!” Whether it was just bird talk or just a PR-crazy vertebrate animal, nothing said...
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Richardson’s Ice Cream stand in Middleton, Mass., has “scooped” much of its competition by keeping it’s prices low on ice cream, while also offering two miniature golf courses, a driving range and batting cages. Additionally,...
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Learn the best ways to paddle the Housatonic and the Farmington Rivers through the free, full color Housatonic River Association Connecticut Paddle Guide Blessed with two major recreational rivers, the Housatonic and the Farmington, and...
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Photo credit: Tim Grafft/MOTT Halibut Point State Park in the North Shore town of Rockport, Mass., stands as one of New England’s most unique and beautiful coastal parks. Made of 44o million year old granite sheets, this former...
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One of my all-time favorite cheap travel New England destinations is the one-of-a-kind Bridge of Flowers in Shelburne Falls, Mass. A former trolley bridge, this amazing free attraction features 400 ft. of...
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You know summer is on the way when The Goldenrod in York Beach, Maine, reopens for the season. This beloved restaurant, candy and gift store, and ice cream shop has...
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What a great time to get out the bicycle and enjoy New England through this classic, timeless cheap travel activity! With many travelers headed down to Cape Cod from Memorial Day to Labor Day...
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Brimfield, Mass., a small classic New England community in central Massachusetts, becomes larger than life three times a year when the Brimfield Antiques Show comes to town. Currently going on through May 19, the...
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The Thrifty New England Traveler – Cheap Travel Ideas
