Whether you’re looking for waves to ride, long stretches of sand, or lots of family activities, one of these picks is sure to be the ideal getaway for you.
New England
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New England
How We Chose the Best Beach Towns in New England
Selecting the best beach towns in New England wasn’t easy, so we created 14 categories to evaluate New England’s beach towns, ranking each on a scale of 1 to 10.
For a little taste of southern France in northern New England, the Burlington Farmers’ Market on Saturday is the ne plus ultra. Translation: fairly unbeatable. Vendors crowd Burlington’s City Hall Park and spill onto Saint Paul Street, which is closed to traffic during the market, making the experience even friendlier for the throngs of shoppers, […]
Massachusetts
Mohawk Theatre Created 1938
Mohawk Theatre in North Adams, Massachusetts, circa 1938.
Vermont
Champlain Islands, Vermont
The largest freshwater Lake in the East holds a scattering of islands strung together like fish on a line, generously strewn with some of the prettiest farms and fields in New England. The Lake Champlain Islands in Vermont rise out of the mist like Atlantean remnants, with views to the horizon, and roads with names like […]
The vibrant city of Portland, Maine has many attractions, restaurants, and shops worth visiting, from its historic Old Port district along the harbor to its Arts District along Congress Street. Still, each year Yankee names our Editors’ Picks for “Best of New England,” and as usual, the city of Portland earned quite a few in […]
The salty scent of the sea mingling with the sweet perfume of beach roses wafted into my car as I followed Route 9 past Kennebunkport, Maine — which was just named one of the best beach towns in New England in the July/August issue of Yankee— to the small fishing village of Cape Porpoise. I […]
Where to Stay in Brewster, Massachusetts: Ocean Edge Resort and Golf Club: A favorite with families, there’s activities and attractions for everyone, from the five swimming pools!,the bicycling (right on the Cape Cod Rail Trail, to the fabulous golfing. The premier resort on the mid-Cape. http://www.oceanedge.com/ The Candleberry Inn Step into the dining room and […]
Where to Stay in Hull, Massachusetts: Josephine’s on the Bay Homey and relaxing, Jospehine’s sets out to capture the pace and feel of a beach community of the 1920s. The B&B has only three rooms, which means that there is plenty of individual attention to go around. www.josephinesbandb.com/index.php Where to Eat in Hull, Massachusetts: […]
Where to Stay in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire: Lamie’s Inn. If you are looking for an escape from the chaos and bustle of Hampton Beach, you can’t do better than Lamie’s Inn, just up the road in Hampton proper. Built in 1740, this family-owned and operated inn features rooms decorated in authentic colonial style, but […]
Where to Stay in Plymouth, Massachusetts: Pilgrim Sands Motel A family visit to Plimoth Plantation is a grand idea, but after a full day of time travel, you and the kids are going to want to hit the beach. That’s where this well-maintained motel with a private sandy strand comes in. There are also indoor […]
Where to Stay in Little Compton, Rhode Island: Edith Pearl Bed and Breakfast If you are traveling with a pet, give Edith Pearl a try. Canine hosts Oreo and Cressa welcome dog friends, providing beds, bowls, and toys. Dogsitting is available for an extra fee. edithpearl.com Where to Eat in Little Compton, Rhode Island: […]