The Thrifty New England Traveler is a VisitingNewEngland.com blog to help you travel more and spend less in New England, including attractions, events, dining and lodging.
There’s an unofficial misguided rule that summer ends at coastal New England tourist destinations after Labor Day Weekend. Not true. Winter in Newport, Rhode Island, as a prime example, can warm the soul even at its coldest temperatures. The magnetic, scenic draw of the sea remains, of course, and...
I never prioritized getting New England travel advice from the person trying to sell a destination. Better to discover on your own or hear about special places through your family, friends and neighbors. Here’s the thing: You can even discover the best New England destinations in your own town,...
When thinking of islands, Aruba, Jamaica and all those other tropical places mentioned in that Beach Boys song come to mind. The good news is, you don’t have to travel to a tropical destination to get a taste of island life. Entering New England. What? New England, you mean...
The best New England fall travel always seems to be equated with back roads and rural scenes, so any talk about cities not being great autumn destinations is really just an urban myth. Boston is one of America’s finest cities, so why wouldn’t the fall travel season be part...
If today is the day you opt to go for that healthy salad over the burger, fries and ice cream, then these six places a within an hour of Boston, Mass., will provide those green new beginnings for you… Fresh Greens Salad from the Red Heat Tavern, Bedford, Mass....
Some ice cream places are just outright cold. They claim to sell homemade ice cream, but don’t bother to tell you that it’s shipped in from somewhere else. Now that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Sure, many factories turn out good to excellent ice cream to ship to ice...
Looking to escape the hectic pace of Boston? No worries, you don’t have to travel too far to enjoy some truly beautiful walks near Boston. Some are famous destinations, others barely known. All bring about, however, a feeling of tranquility and the chance to feel like you’re a million...