From the historic charm of a quintessential Vermont village to the city glamour of a famed Rhode Island port, these 10 destinations are some of the best New England Christmas towns to visit during the yuletide season.
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Massachusetts
Boston Christmas Guide
Celebrate your best Boston Christmas yet with these favorite spots to eat and stay, plus light displays, craft markets, and festive performances.
A collection of colorful, fun, and cozy gift ideas from the talented and creative New England maker community.
Desserts
Searching for Jingles Cookies
How one woman’s quest for Jingles Cookies, the anise Christmas cookies of her childhood, led her to Salerno “Santa’s Favorites” cookies instead.
A collection of images by photographer Caryn B. Davis that celebrate the festive beauty of Christmas in Connecticut.
From lobster trap trees to Santa’s arrival by boat, coastal Christmas celebrations are a hallmark of New England’s holiday season. Here are nine of our favorite merry meet-ups by the sea.
Appetizers
Best Holiday Party Appetizers
Heading to a holiday party and not sure what appetizer to bring? We think these ten holiday party appetizers are the best!
Connecticut
10 Best Things to Do in Connecticut
From diving into maritime history to feasting on a hot and buttered lobster roll, these Nutmeg State experiences are some of the best things to do in Connecticut.
Now retired, the Friendly’s Jubilee Roll was once the ultimate take-home ice cream treat.
Rhode Island
Christmas at the Newport Mansions
Experience the magic of Christmas at the Newport Mansions with festive tours of The Elms, The Marble House, and The Breakers.
Pretty to look at and sweet to eat, one New England brand of old-fashioned ribbon candy has been brightening the holiday season for more than 150 years.
Buoy your holiday spirits this year with a visit to one of our region’s lobster trap Christmas trees.