February 10, 2020

7 Things to do in Union Square, Boston

Located in Somerville, a few miles northeast of downtown Boston, the up-and-coming neighbourhood of Union Square has escaped its industrial roots and is today a thriving commercial centre, popular with young families keen to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Dotted with beautiful historic homes, the district has plenty of character and charm, […]

December 18, 2019

7 Things to do in and around Killington

New England is home to some of America’s finest ski resorts and among the most popular is the town of Killington, nestled in the Green Mountains of central Vermont. As well as featuring the largest ski resort in the region, the town also offers a whole host of other outdoor activities including mountain biking, rock READ MORE

December 17, 2019

5 of the Best Inns in the Berkshires

The Berkshires are filled with motels, inns, bed and breakfasts and other intimate properties. The offerings vary widely from town to town, and it can be overwhelming for visitors to find the place that best suits their needs. These five are some of the best and most conveniently located near all of the region’s cultural READ MORE

November 12, 2019

Five must-visit independent bookstores in Boston

Boston is a city brimming with colleges, scholars and students, so it’s no surprise this cultural hub is also home to a slew of worthwhile bookstores. Boston’s best proprietors of written wares, however, aren’t the usual corporate chains. Instead you’ll find an exciting mix of independent and used book stores with ever-changing, often massive, inventories. READ MORE

October 29, 2019

7 Things to Do in Springfield, MA

Whether you’re a fan of culture, sports, or glitz and glamour, the city of Springfield in western Massachusetts has something to satisfy every taste. Perched along the Connecticut River, some of the city’s most notable attractions, including a sprinkling of top class museums. There’s enough to see and do in Springfield to keep visitors occupied READ MORE

October 7, 2019

5 Must-See Art Galleries in New Hampshire

Home to the MacDowell Foundation, one of the first artists’ colonies in the country, New Hampshire has a long history of supporting the arts. Visual art is represented in small local galleries and museum collections. Below are five of the best places to see art while traveling through the Granite State. Ava Gallery and Art READ MORE

October 1, 2019

10 exhibitions to discover in New England this Fall

Renowned for its dramatic Atlantic coastline, changing autumn foliage and forested mountains, New England is a nature lover’s paradise. But the northeastern region of the US is also rich with cultural landmarks and attractions that draw visitors from across the country and beyond. Among them is a diverse mix of museums and arts institutions, all READ MORE

September 19, 2019

5 of the Best Performing Arts Venues in the Berkshires

The usual tradeoff between city and country life is culture for nature, but the mountainous Berkshires region in Western Massachusetts seamlessly combines both, particularly in the summer months when Bostonians and New Yorkers alike retreat to this cool oasis. Here are five of the best performing arts centers to check out. Williamstown Theatre Festival Located READ MORE

August 12, 2019

5 of the Best Restaurants in Portland

By Christopher Kompanek From its perch on the idyllic coast of Maine, Portland looks less like a cosmopolitan metropolis than a charming small town. Appearances can be deceiving, though, as this city of just 67,000 is home to some of New England’s best restaurants. Here are five you shouldn’t miss. Evo 30 ft floor-to-ceiling windows READ MORE

June 24, 2019

Rhode Island: Spotlight on Bowen’s Wharf, Newport

For years, historic Newport, Rhode Island, was known as the vacation hotspot for New England’s upper crust. The region’s elite families would flock to their extravagant “cottages” on the East Coast — palatial mansions decked out in near-gaudy finery. Now, Newport still attracts a fair bit of wealth, but the average traveler can have an READ MORE