If last summer is any indicator of what this summer might look like, the odds of having to wait for a parking spot to open at New England’s most popular trailheads are high. As social distancing and remote work took hold as the new normal last spring, people throughout the Northeast and nationwide … [Read more...]
Discover 10 family-friendly hikes in New England
As hotter days descend upon the Northeast, many begin to seek refuge in more desirable conditions. For some, this may mean packing up the kids and heading to an air-conditioned movie theater or to your favorite swimming hole — six-pack in hand. But for a majority of die-hard New Englanders, this … [Read more...]
Night skiing options in New England present socially-distant, unique experiences
It’s been nearly a year since the pandemic took hold of the American economy, way of life and ski season. When lifts nationwide stopped spinning in mid-March, many skiers were filled with uncertainty, and to an extent, denial. “We just need to wait this out for a few weeks,” many of us thought. “I’m … [Read more...]
North Conway’s Cathedral Ledge Distillery pays homage to New England’s agrarian heritage
For decades, the Mount Washington Valley has been touted as one of the East Coast’s most renowned ski destinations. But until recently, the region has been off the radar for those searching for craft beers, wines and spirits. In December, Cathedral Ledge Distillery opened its doors in North … [Read more...]
A welcoming vibe helps ski/snowboard brand Weston emerge
Leo Tsuo didn’t anticipate working behind the counter at a small snowboard shop when he was offered a job for Weston in Minturn, Colorado. He had recently returned to his home state after an eight-year stint in New Jersey working on the financial side of a solar start-up and was looking for a more … [Read more...]
How short-term rentals are changing mountain towns
On Jan. 21, 2020, I sat in a gymnasium in North Conway, New Hampshire, listening to resident after resident speak out against short-term vacation rentals in their town. “This used to be such a quiet community,” said one gentleman, echoing what five before him had said. Most who spoke seemed to … [Read more...]
At 83 years old, Cranmore Mountain Resort continues to evolve
When I arrived at Cranmore Mountain in North Conway, New Hampshire, I stared in awe at the peak, which seemed to tower above the Mount Washington Valley. As a 14-year-old southern New Jersey native who spent most days skateboarding with the neighborhood kids, I had never tried skiing or … [Read more...]
Ledge brews up excitement in Mount Washington Valley
Compared to its counterparts in Vermont and Maine, rural New Hampshire isn’t exactly known for being a culinary or craft beverage destination. Hidden in Vermont’s rolling hillside are renowned breweries like Hill Farmstead, The Alchemist and Lawson’s, while Maine has Allagash, Foundation and … [Read more...]
Hail the rail: New England’s mountain railways are your windows into autumn
When the newly constructed Atlantic and St. Lawrence Railroad arrived in Gorham, N.H., in July 1851, the future of the Mount Washington Valley and White Mountains charted a new trajectory. Prior, the region catered largely to commercial traffic and the occasional visitor traveling by stagecoach. And … [Read more...]
New Hampshire has no shortage of pandemic-friendly outdoor destinations
Travel this season is going to look much different than it would during a typical summer. The streets of popular tourist destinations are filled (I use this term lightly: Congestion is lighter than usual in many places) with families exhibiting and restaurants bearing storefront signs with the words … [Read more...]
Survey says, these are the best burgers in New England ski towns
It’s no secret that skiing burns a lot of calories. Which means after a day on the slopes, there’s no shame in replenishing all those lost calories with a burger and a few beers. And while you can find them at almost every ski resort and in every ski town bar, not all burgers are created equal. … [Read more...]
Evolution of the party scene is intertwined with skiing’s history
As we drove along Park City’s Main Street toward the High West Distillery, we were surrounded by historic brick buildings containing dimly lit restaurants and trendy boutiques. Inside the distillery, a tall post-and-beam ceiling gave off an “Old Western” ambiance. Visitors sipped cocktails while … [Read more...]
