Have a Very Hygge Weekend
Last year, the Danish concept of hygge swept through American media, and unlike many inscrutable fads, the appeal of this cozy concept was easy to grasp…
Out & About
Twelve Reasons to Love Living in New England
No matter the season, when the new day begins, I take pride in knowing we get to experience that glimpse of sun before the rest of the country…
“A Connecticut Christmas”
Built in 1841, the whaler Charles W. Morgan is the world’s oldest surviving merchant vessel and the only remaining American wooden whaling ship…
14 Reasons to Visit Plimoth Plantation
If your last trip to Plimoth Plantation was on a school field trip, there’s a lot you’re missing out on. Plymouth’s famed living history…
5 New England Coffee Shops to Stay Awhile
Whether it’s a creamy iced coffee on a hot summer day, an indulgent fall-flavored latte or just a good, strong black coffee on a…
Main Streets: Hingham, MA
This scenic suburb south of Boston can be reached by boat from Boston’s waterfront or commuter rail from South Station. By highway, Derby Street…
Haunted New England
In the spirit of Halloween, we searched the region for some spooky sites. We discovered tales of ghosts of varying demeanor—from friendly to downright…
Six Picks: Fall on Martha’s Vineyard
With the arrival of fall, the island begins to move toward its cold-weather rhythm. Take advantage of the change of pace and head to…
Northeast Hopping: 5 local breweries worth the trek
1. Switchback Brewing Co. 160 Flynn Ave., Burlington, VT 802-651-4114 Fifteen years ago, Jeff Neiblum came to his friend Bill Cherry with the idea…
5 Fall Hikes in Southern Vermont
It’s that time of the year when the woods begin to burst into color. For a closer look at the autumn phenomenon, strap on…
Contest Alert! Painting Giveaway
Contest alert! We’re giving away a landscape painting by local Rhode Island artist Karen Murphy. Learn more about Karen’s gorgeous landscapes from our recent studio visit. To…
6 Picks: Camden, ME
Camden, Maine, is one of only two places on the East Coast where the mountains meet the sea. Arrive by boat to the mid-coast…
Historic New England Theatres
New England’s rich history encompasses far more than the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock. The region is home to important cultural landmarks, including many famous…
Dinner and a Show: Fall & Winter Theatre Schedule
With colder weather on the way, it’s time to focus on indoor activities again. While there’s plenty to do on a night out…
Museum Scene: This fall’s long-term special exhibits
Regardless of whether you’re mad for Monet, have a passion for Pollock or are wild about Warhol, there’s a New England art museum for…
Sipping in Style: The Coolest Speakeasies in Boston & the ‘Burbs
Prohibition, while likely quite inconvenient for those who lived through it, has become a trendy theme for bars in recent years. Speakeasies were once…
Touring New England’s Wineries
Oenophiles need not despair when visiting New England. Napa Valley, Sonoma and the Bordeaux region may get all the press, but New England offers…
Dining with a Side of History: Historic New England Restaurants
There are few places in the country where you can enjoy dinner in the same restaurant as our founding fathers centuries before. But New…
6 Picks: Burlington, VT
With autumn officially here, New Englanders will start flocking to Vermont to take in the state’s famous foliage and bask in the crisp air….
6 Picks: Litchfield, CT
Litchfield is a charming New England village located in Connecticut’s tony North Corner, an area known as the “Beverly Hills of the East”. Sure,…
