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12 New England Learning Vacations

A dozen New England learning vacations to let you bring home savvy instead of just souvenirs.

By Courtney Hollands

6 Challenging New England 4,000-Footers

These tough-love 4,000-footers invite outdoorsy travelers to level up and enjoy the view.

By Yankee Magazine
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True North: Cait Bourgault’s Wild Landscapes

New England photographer Cait Bourgault didn’t need to travel the world to find her muse—it was right there in her own backyard.

By Ian Aldrich
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Pop Stars: 5 New England Craft Soda Standouts

Discover New England’s best craft sodas, from maple seltzer in Vermont to Rhode Island classics and Maine-made root beer.

By Courtney Hollands
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We the People: A Summer High Note at Tanglewood

In a time of heated debate and cultural divides, the Boston Symphony Orchestra offers music as the bridge that connects us all.

By Katrina Farmer
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B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill in Old Mystic, Connecticut

For nearly a century and a half, B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill has kept the steam-powered cider-making tradition alive.

By Amy Traverso

In Praise of Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough: A Connecticut Summer Seafood Staple

Summertime in southeastern Connecticut begins with the opening of Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough, a beloved seafood destination in Noank known for its famous lobster rolls, scenic Mystic River views,

By Mike Urban

The Larger Than Life Uncle Sam Statue in Danbury, Connecticut

Learn the story behind Danbury, Connecticut’s imposing Uncle Sam statue.

By Joe Bills

2024 Connecticut Travel Guide | Best Restaurants, Hotels, & Things to Do

From iconic classics to the best in all things new and buzzy, our 2024 Connecticut Travel Guide is here to help you plan your next visit.

By Yankee Magazine

2024 Summer Weekend on the Connecticut Shore | Travel Guide

Plan the pefect summer weekend on the Connecticut shore with our 2024 guide to the best places to eat, stay, and play.

By Mike Urban
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Fall Weekend in Brunswick, Maine

In this bikeable college town, fall foliage only adds to the abundant local color.

By Brian Kevin

Renys: Where Generations Bond Over Great Bargains

At Renys stores in Maine, families find what they need—in the aisles and in the moments spent together.

By Yankee Custom Editors

Behind the Brand: EN-NOBLE Culinary Experiences

Exploring global cultures through food with Topaz Smith.

By Yankee Custom Editors

10 Best Things to Do in Maine This Summer 2025

Discover the 10 best things to do in Maine this summer—from rowing adventures and whole-lobster feasts to houseboat stays, bakery finds, and music under the stars.

By Kim Knox Beckius

2025 Maine Travel Guide | Hotels, Dining & Attractions

Our 2025 Maine travel guide is here, packed with the best eats, cozy stays, and unforgettable adventures to make the most of your next trip to Vacationland.

By Yankee Magazine
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Celebrate America 250 at North of Boston Events

Make plans now to attend 11 spirited events celebrating America’s Semiquincentennial in 2026.

By Laurie Bain Wilson

Plan Your Path to a Perfect Stay in Massachusetts

Whether by foot, bike, or boat, put yourself on the trail to outdoor adventure in the Commonwealth.

By Yankee Custom Editors

Things to Do in Cambridge, Massachusetts: Where to Eat, Stay & Play

Discover the best things to do in and around Cambridge’s Harvard Square, which serves as the city’s unofficial holiday HQ.

By Courtney Hollands

Holiday Weekend in Cambridge, Massachusetts

A user’s guide to cornering the Christmas spirit in and around Harvard Square.

By Courtney Hollands

Guide to Amherst, Massachusetts | Eat, Stay, Play

Plan the perfect visit, from breakfast to bedtime, in our guide to Amherst, Massachusetts.

By Yankee Magazine
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New Hampshire’s Spirit of Revolution: Blaze Your Trail in the Granite State

Take a tour of New Hampshire’s seven distinctive regions, and you’ll see why so many pioneers have called this place home.

By Yankee Custom Editors

Pickity Place in New Hampshire: A Storybook Cottage and Garden Lunch Experience

At New Hampshire’s Pickity Place, it’s all about the gardens, the food, and a touch of fairy-tale flair.

By Carol Connare

15 Ways to Have Fun in New Hampshire This Winter

Every region of New Hampshire offers a good dose of winter fun, from zip-lining through the forest to ice skating in a historic seaside town.

By Cathryn McCann

Lahout’s Ski Shop: Winter’s Everything Store

As America’s oldest ski shop, Lahout’s Ski Shop in New Hampshire has helped adventurers reach new heights.

By Michael Wejchert

Things to Do in the White Mountains of New Hampshire: Where to Eat, Stay, and Play

Discover the best things to do in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, a region known for its stunning scenery and opportunities for adventure.

By Yankee Magazine
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Summer Weekend in Charlestown, Rhode Island

Looking for a laid-back coastal escape? A summer weekend in Charlestown, RI, offers barrier beaches, salt ponds, abundant wildlife, and some of the freshest seafood around.

By Kim Knox Beckius

Why the Newport Folk Festival Is a Music Festival Unlike Any Other

From legendary surprise performances to singalongs by the sea, the Newport Folk Festival is a Rhode Island summer ritual.

By Katherine Keenan

Watch Hill: A Yankee Insider’s Guide

Rhode Island’s seaside summer hot spot beckons, and we’ll help you travel to this coastal-chic enclave in style.

By Yankee Custom Editors

10 Best Things to Do in Rhode Island This Summer 2025

Discover the 10 best things to do in Rhode Island this summer—from seaside sips and polo matches to buzzing food halls and beachside strolls.

By Kim Knox Beckius

2025 Rhode Island Travel Guide | Hotels, Dining & Attractions

Our 2025 Rhode Island travel guide is here, packed with the best eats, cozy stays, and unforgettable adventures to make the most of your next trip to the Ocean State.

By Yankee Magazine
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2025 Vermont Travel Guide | Hotels, Dining & Attractions

Our 2025 Vermont travel guide is here, packed with the best eats, cozy stays, and unforgettable adventures to make the most of your next trip to the Green Mountain State.

By Yankee Magazine

10 Best Things to Do in Vermont This Summer 2025

Explore the 10 best things to do in Vermont this summer—from lakeside sailing and rodeos to jazz festivals, golden retriever meetups, and epic mac and cheese.

By Kim Knox Beckius

Up Close | The Unique Single-Person Chairlift at Mad River Glen

Mad River Glen’s Single Chair has been going strong since the Vermont ski area opened in 1948.

By Yankee Magazine

Delicious Chills Await in This Vermont ‘Flavor Graveyard’

Ben & Jerry’s failed creations meet their maker at this quirky cemetery tucked into the company’s factory campus in Waterbury, Vermont.

By Yankee Editors

Santa’s Big Day in Small-Town Vermont

At the annual Christmas in Weston celebration, the family fun is free … and the memories are priceless.

By Yankee Custom Editors
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