Travel

Martha’s Vineyard — Gardens, Fish, Markets

Read more: House for Sale: Affordable Martha’s Vineyard On Martha’s Vineyard a garden, a clam rake, and a fishing pole will provide you with a lot of exciting ingredients for your summer meals. But for those without a green thumb, or a way with the rod and reel, fish markets and some 30 farms offer […]

Massachusetts

Oak Bluffs, MA: Kayaking

There’s a kayak outfit on Martha’s Vineyard that advertises, “You only know it’s an island from the water.” That rang true this day when my husband, Barry, and I dragged our kayaks into the water. His had a rudder, and he could fish while steering with his feet. My job, in my little single kayak, […]

Massachusetts

Martha’s Vineyard, MA, Weekend

A year-round community thrives on Martha’s Vineyard, and its presence keeps the many local businesses going, from bakeries, farms, and restaurants to art galleries, specialty shops, and truly unique shopping and dining experiences. There’s no shortage of raw material–whether it’s fresh local oysters on the menu to the works of stellar artisans crafting everything from […]

History

The Three Most-Asked Questions About New England

Welcome to the December 2007 edition of “Jud’s New England Journal,” the rather curious monthly musings of Judson Hale, editor-in-chief of Yankee Magazine, published for over 70 years in Dublin, NH. The Three Most-Asked Questions About New England 1. Where’s ‘Down East’ begin? 2. Why were bridges covered? 3. Were spring dance floors built to […]

New England

10 Best Beaches in New England

Where can you find the best beaches in New England? From best surfing to to most scenic, we break down the beaches that are the best in the region.

Homes

Cottage Addition on a Budget

When graphic designer Carol Kolodny built her cottage in Vineyard Haven in 1981, she had plenty of room for herself and could accommodate her nephews on their frequent visits. But some 20 years later she was feeling crowded, particularly when company came calling, as it often does for residents of Martha’s Vineyard. “My brother joked […]

Magazine

The Best of New England — Plus a “Worst”

IF I WERE TO compile a list of what I consider to be New England’s “bests,” I wouldn’t include many restaurants, resorts, specialty boutiques, museums, country fairs, and the like. Those things change too quickly and, besides, the current September issue of YANKEE Magazine, celebrating its 70th anniversary in grand style, is devoted to that […]