Bushnell, Park in Hartford, Conn., might be America’s oldest publicly-funded public park but it is ultimately a timeless New England attraction and the centerpiece of this central Connecticut city. The spacious 41 acres grounds in the heart of downtown Hartford are perfect for walking or a jog, and...
The Thrifty New England Traveler
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.
A Visit To The Educational, Entertaining And Inexpensive Children’s Museum in Easton, Mass.
Sometimes the best New England travel attractions come in small packages. Such is the case with the Children’s Museum in Easton, located in historic North Easton, Mass. Located in a modestly-sized former fire station, the Children’s Museum in Easton was formed in 1986 by Easton mothers in search of...
Million Dollar Views At Low-Cost Pack Monadnock Summit, Peterborough, N.H.
The views look mighty good atop the summit of 2,290-foot Pack Monadnock Mountain at Miller State Park (you can either drive or walk it) on Route 101 E in Peterborough, N.H. The panoramic views, include the 3,165 feet high Mt. Monadnock Mountain and on clear days, sightings of Mt....
Visiting Scenic Echo Lake Beach In The NH White Mountains
If you love summer lake swimming and fishing, or a colorful fall foliage experience (not too far away, hard to believe!), be sure to visit Echo Lake Beach, located right off Route 93 in Franconia Notch State Park, N.H. The lake is simply beautiful, one of the most scenic and...
Catch A Cape Cod Baseball League Game
It’s playoff time for the Cape Cod Baseball League (amateur league), so we encourage you to catch a game soon before the season is over. The Cape Cod League baseball games — played at several stadiums across Cape Cod, Mass. — truly capture the spirit of America’s National Pastime...
HiddenBoston.com Features “Cheap Eats” Restaurants
HiddenBoston.com, a Web Site that focuses on Boston, Mass., area restaurants “just waiting to be found,” has a section on “cheap eats” dining options. It’s a great resource for those living in the area, or for travelers looking for a good meal out at a low price. Whether it’s...
Local Indoor Skating Rinks: A Heat-Busting Day Trip Alternative
The heat this summer has been virtually unbearable in many parts of New England, so what to do beside the two obvious choices of going to the beach or spending time in an air-conditioned mall? Well, an underrated local activity is skating! Think of it: indoor skating rinks...