Connecticut’s summer beauty evident from seaports to sky
The southernmost New England state lacks the big peaks and rugged Atlantic coastline of some of its neighbors, but the opportunities for outdoor recreation are…
Summertime
Paddle perfection: New England is your water playground
From whitewater to flat water to swimming holes, lakes and streams, New England is a water playground in the summer months. Make safety a priority.…Read More
Maine is big, bold and welcoming, whether by land or by water
The state of Maine is at least three places, each of which could be subdivided into smaller, distinct regions. Coastal Maine — one of the…
July, August festivities honor Mount Washington’s venerable Cog Railway
The Mount Washington Cog Railway, the first mountain–climbing cog railway in the world and the only cog railway still in operation in the United States,…
Kids and adults have a multitude of options for high country fun
From adventure parks to water playgrounds, the New England high country offers endless options for family fun. Things are heating up at Santa’s Village, with…
New England’s Best Hassle-Free Hikes
With accessibility and amenities, ski resorts are terrific options for family-friendly hikes during the warmer months. Sugarloaf is one of four 4,000 foot peaks in…
O’Connor: Lovin’ the sounds of lake life
Sleep sometimes eludes my daughter Maddi, so my wife bought her a sound machine. I’ll never forget the first time I heard it. It was…
More top New England waterfront lodging escapes
MAINE The Cliff House ◼ Ogunquit/Cape Neddick destinationhotels.com/cliff-house Surround yourself with the Atlantic Ocean at the dramatic Cliff House, where every stylish room features an ocean or coastal…
The Cog experience is unparalleled in New England, perhaps anywhere
Most people who travel often, like Carl Yastrzemski and John Madden once did, get to a certain age and wonder how many more chances you…
Three amazing days at Okemo Mountain Resort
Being a fan of good times, and things that roll, I have a distinct affinity for Okemo Mountain Resort in lovely Ludlow, Vermont, during the…
Granite State’s water playground never ceases to deliver
Not that we’re denying the due of those who decide to hit the beach during the summer, but, frankly, what else do you do? Laying…
New England serves up waterfont accommodations for all budgets
Perhaps the single biggest difference between winter and summer vacations in New England is where you stay. In winter, my family and I gravitate to…
At state parks, possibilities are endless for family fun
State parks around New England are so numerous and varied, you can find several that fit every recreational option possible, from ocean to inland, challenging…
