Most people who say they’ve visited the North Shore mean they’ve done Salem. They drove up for the witch museums, ate fried clams somewhere, and drove home. Which is fine, I guess. You do you. But it’s a little like…
Tell someone from Boston you walked the Freedom Trail and ate at Quincy Market, but skipped Harvard Square and never saw the swan boats. Then, watch what happens. I dare you. They’ll look at you like you insulted their mother.…
There’s a reason people keep coming back to the Berkshires. It’s not because they “did everything” the first time. It’s because this corner of western Massachusetts rewards a slower pace, a little restraint, and the confidence to leave a few…
Sturbridge, Massachusetts, still feels like a typical New England town: White steeples Brick sidewalks And folks who still wave when they pass But it still packs way more charm (and weird little surprises) in than you’d expect. Come for the…
New Bedford, Massachusetts has salt in its veins and history engrained in its bones. This coastal gem is a mix of old-world charm and modern-day discovery, with: Cobblestone streets Fresh-off-the-boat seafood And a rich maritime past An hour from Boston…
Just 10 miles northwest of Boston, Lexington is where the American Revolution began. And it hasn’t stopped making an impression since. Yes, it’s got the battlefields and colonial charm. It’s also full of cozy cafés, scenic trails, and museums that…
There’s always time to sneak in a few more adventures in your life. And if you ask me, Ipswich, Massachusetts, should be at the top of your list. Whether you pack your car with kids, friends, or you and a…
Passing through Northampton, Massachusetts always brings back memories. After my Peace Corps days, I ran a farm in the Pioneer Valley hills, and for us, Northampton was the big city. Compared to our tiny New England town, it felt massive.…
Pittsfield might not be the first place that pops into your head when you think of a weekend getaway, but it should be. This little gem in the heart of the Berkshires packs in: World-class theaters Live music Quirky museums…
Stockbridge, Massachusetts, feels like it’s—well, straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. About 130 miles west of Boston, it’s got that small-town charm mixed with the right amount of quirk for the Berkshires. This Western Massachusetts town is famous for:…
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