Day trips can be an affordable way to travel and New England has many budget travel attractions that are either free to visit or cost very little.
Warren, Rhode Island, is an underrated historic small New England coastal town with narrow streets and a wide variety of things to do. For brevity’s sake, let’s start with three must-visit family-friendly destinations in this charming, unpretentious community… Blount Clam Shack This classic seasonal waterfront clam shack offers an...
Boston, Mass., tourists are drawn to the bustle of the city, given all its well-preserved history, modern amenities, dining scene, arts and culture and about a million other things. For those that need a temporary escape with lots of green space and water views, however, I recommend visiting Castle...
Evelynn Sidiropoulos could barely contain herself when the Walpole Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Ceremony took place on June 7, 2018, at her new business, Red Cherry Cafe in Walpole, Mass. At the moment when Evelynn knew the official opening of her business was something very real, she became...
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 on a boat with plastic but rather charming-looking large...
Salem, Mass., known as the “Witch City,’ brews with lots of family during October with Salem Haunted Happenings. A famous fall tradition in New England since the early 1980s, Salem Haunted Happenings features many free and affordable events and attractions. For those on a budget, there will be Salem...
There are many ways to get into the New England autumn spirit, but, for me, Hollis, N.H., in southern New Hampshire has always been one of the most colorful leaves amongst fall travel destinations. This small town located just west of Nashua, N.H., offers an instantly appealing rural New...
One of the best free cultural attractions programs in Massachusetts is the The Highland Street Foundation’s Free Fun Fridays program. This amazing incentive offers free public admission to 85 major cultural attractions for 10 weeks during the 2017 summer across Massachusetts. The schedule runs from June 23 to through Aug....