Summer in York Beach, Maine seems to truly arrive when The Goldenrod reopens for the season, making and selling all that wonderful salt water taffy. Granted that reopening returns in May but our innate New England senses tell us otherwise…
The 6 Best Independent Bookstores in Massachusetts
Editor’s note: Always call ahead to these independent bookstores, especially during the stay-at-home alert as business operations have temporarily changed. Sometimes, it’s hard to get a good read on modern bookstores. Now don’t get me wrong, these bookstores generally offer…
See the 2019 October Pumpkin Patch at Epiphany Parish of Walpole, Mass.
The Epiphany Church of Walpole, Mass., will be holding its annual Pumpkin Patch through October 31, 2019, at 62 Front St., across from the Walpole Town Common. Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays…
10 Ways to Enjoy Fall in Boston for Free in 2019
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,…
Just Got Back From: the Hidden Side of Western Massachusetts
The Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts receive a lot of travel attention and rightfully so — the mountains, rolling hills, lakes, picture-perfect towns and plenty of culture make for appealing destinations. The Berkshires’ popularity, however, takes away from some other…
Why Waterfront Park in Burlington, Vt. is a Must-Visit Destination
Burlington, Vt., is a lively city, given its prominent college town genes and Church Street Marketplace, a four-block outdoor pedestrian shopping and dining mall with so many good restaurants, independent shops and great historical character in its diverse architecture. What…
Swan Boat Rides in Boston Are Just Ducky
A 15-minute Swan Boats of Boston ride through the Public Gardens area in Boston, Mass., is a wonderful low-cost spring and summer travel attraction that has taken on a legendary and beloved status for residents and visitors. The timeless joy of riding…