June 23, 2019

Events in Boston – Boston Events Calendar

February 2019 Extreme Beer Fest 1-2 February / Seaport World Trade Center Billed as the ultimate throwdown of craft beer creativity, more than 80 brewers and 300 beers jostle for attention at this fun-filled festival. Attendees must be aged 21 or over. Boston Science Fiction Film Festival 8-18 February / Somerville Theatre The oldest genre […]

May 16, 2019

The 12 best theatre or dance events in New England over the summer

Home to some of America’s grandest and most historic theatre halls, as well as some notable contemporary spaces as well, New England’s dance and theatre scenes are as vibrant as they are diverse. Across the region there are production companies putting on shows and performances every night of the week in front of captivated audiences READ MORE

April 4, 2019

Five Rhode Island art galleries in unexpected places

Rhode Island may be the smallest state, but anyone familiar with the area knows it’s home to a thriving arts community. Specific galleries may come and go, but their presence is nevertheless enduring and widespread in Lil’ Rhody. Some galleries, however, might not appear on a traveller’s radar. Need a local perspective to find the READ MORE

March 12, 2019

The Best Festivals and Fairs in Maine

With its rugged, rocky coastline, rich maritime history, and some of the best lobster you’ll find anywhere in the world, Maine’s appeal is quick to discover. For lovers of outdoor adventure, there’s almost no end to the activities that can be enjoyed here, whether it’s exploring the state’s deep woods, verdant National Parks or the READ MORE

February 20, 2019

5 of the Best Craft Breweries in Portland

Like its namesake on the other side of the country, Portland, Me has an abundance of cool, so it’s not surprising that they have amazing craft breweries. Here are five of the best that are a must for any visit to this tiny yet sophisticated city. Allagash Brewing Company The granddaddy of Portland’s craft beer READ MORE

January 25, 2019

Five unique shopping spots in Burlington, Vermont

Burlington may be Vermont’s most bustling city. Still, ‘bustling’ by Vermont standards means something much different than the hectic, fast pace of most east coast cities. You’ll instead find Vermont’s laidback, inviting and friendly vibe encapsulated in Burlington’s landscape, on terrain both natural and commercial. Looking to bring home a little of Vermont’s unique vibes? READ MORE

January 11, 2019

7 Notable Art Galleries in Boston

Boston’s wealth of art galleries is now largely concentrated in the shiny SoWA (South of Washington) art and design district. Here are seven of the best that can be visited in an afternoon of gallerying. Boston Sculptors Gallery A group of 18 sculptors founded this gallery in 1993 to fill a void they saw in READ MORE

December 16, 2018

Five must-eat seafood spots in Portland, Maine

For many folks visiting Portland, Maine, dining should be a no-brainer: fish, fish, shellfish and yet more fish. Maine’s most populous city and economic center is known for its active seaport and fishing industry, so lobsters top many visitors’ lists when visiting. Need some help narrowing down your options? We’ve chosen five great seafood restaurants READ MORE

September 25, 2018

Five delicious dumpling restaurants in Boston

Dumplings are a marvelously basic food, usually consisting of little more than dough and filling. They’re as satisfying a s they are simple. Maybe that explains their many cultural variations, from pierogis to pelmeni. Granted, many people associate dumplings with Asian cuisine, especially China, home to numerous iterations of these doughy wonders. Thankfully Boston’s READ MORE

August 21, 2018

7 of the best things to do in Camden, Maine

Located in the northernmost US state of Maine, not for nothing is the beautiful seaport town of Camden known as the “Jewel of the Coast”. Its visual appeal has even attracted the attention of Hollywood, leading to Camden serving as the setting for numerous movies down the years. Inevitably, most visitors gravitate towards the picturesque READ MORE