Massachusetts

9. Chatham, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Dining, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Chatham, Massachusetts: The Hawthorne Despite its private beach and stunning ocean views, The Hawthorne is only a ten minute walk from downtown Chatham. If available, opt for a corner room, since they tend to be larger. www.thehawthorne.com   Where to Eat in Chatham, Massachusetts: Wequassett Resort & Golf Club The Wequassett […]

Maine

8. Rockport, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Dining, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Rockport, Massachusetts: Bearskin Neck Motor Lodge An somewhat plain, old fashioned motor lodge that has the infinite gift of location. Smack on the sea at Bearskin Cove. You can’t get any closer to the heart of Rockport. www.bearskinneckmotorlodge.com/   Where to Eat in Rockport, Massachusetts: Roy Moore Lobster Company Housed in […]

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6. Edgartown, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Dining, and Lodging

Here are Yankee Magazine‘s picks for the best places to stay, eat, and see for Edgartown, Massachusetts, ranked #6 Beach Town in New England. Where to Stay in Edgartown, Massachusetts Hob Knob This 17-room hotel tucked into a 19th-century Gothic Revival home has both the luxury and the green touches to stake a simultaneous claim […]

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3. Nantucket, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Dining, and Lodging

Here are Yankee Magazine‘s picks for the best places to stay, eat, and see for Nantucket, Massachusetts, ranked #3 Beach Town in New England. Where to Stay in Nantucket, Massachusetts Century House As if the cliffside location and long history as an inn (since the early 1870s) were not enough, Century House invites artists in […]

Massachusetts

A George Nick Tribute in Duxbury MA

Twenty-one years ago, back in March of 1991, I wrote a short profile of Boston painter George Nick for Yankee in which I observed that “though he rarely paints people, George Nick is a society painter.”    “In the solid, reassuring facades, high bay windows, and ornate stone entries along Beacon Street and Commonwealth Avenue, […]

Travel

Best River Adventures

Here in New England, water adventures aren’t limited to the ocean or lakes. Rivers offer plenty of opportunities for paddling and rafting fun. Check out some of our favorite river adventures from the 2011 Best of New England list. Farmington River, New Hartford, CT The gentle rapids here provide a rollicking good ride down a […]

Gardens

Bee Pollination | The Benefits of Luring and Housing Bees

Bees buzzing around your gardens and property are a good thing, and beekeeping has been gaining popularity in the New England states. Sure, it’s a hobby with sweet benefits, but it’s also a way to boost bee pollination, ensuring that the optimum amount of plants are reproducing and bearing fruit — none of which could […]

Massachusetts

Spring in the Vineyard

I drove down to Westport, Massachusetts today to visit with Bill Russell at Westport Rivers Winery for an upcoming Yankee story. We’ve just awarded them a “Best of New England” award for their wine tastings and I’m a big fan of their products, especially the sparkling wines. It was fun to see the vineyards in […]

Rhode Island

Walking Tour of Providence, Rhode Island

On a walking tour of Providence, Rhode Island, you’ll encounter famous museums, historic homes, an Ivy League campus, and possibly even ghosts.

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