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Cliff Calderwood is a travel writer living in rural Massachusetts. He writes extensively about New England where he has lived for the last 28 years with his family and dogs, and a bunch of animals in the woods that have a lot more right to live there than he does - but he watches out for them.

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Welcome to All Things New England – a New Magazine for the Region

“For me, All Things New England is more than an online magazine; it’s a way of life.” These are the words of Jessica Layne who owns and publishes the web site.

5Feb2010 | Cliff Calderwood | 2 comments | Continued
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Baker’s Dozen New England Ski Resorts to Check Out in 2010

New England ski resorts have taken a financial battering in the last few years but this season has started out strong and here is our selection for 2010.

5Jan2010 | Cliff Calderwood | 10 comments | Continued
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Books about New England make Fine Holiday Gifts from this Selection

If you’re feeling a little stressed to get a gift for the holidays and only a few days left then consider a New England book from this selection.

16Dec2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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New England Ski Mountain Resorts Website Launches for 2009 Season

The leaves are gone and New England enters the stick season – this signals planning trips to New England ski mountain resorts and so here’s a new resource.

12Nov2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 4 comments | Continued
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Best Bird-Watching Destinations in New England

I just completed a series of articles for our friends over at the New England Birdhouse blog on best bird-watching destinations in New England.
I’m never happier than when visiting locations in New England that offer the chance to get close to wildlife in scenic destinations. And the six states of New England offer a plethora [...]

7Oct2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 4 comments | Continued
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Two Outstanding Historic New England Tours for the Fall Season

New England in the fall has no shortage of destinations and activities vying for attention, whether it’s fall foliage viewing, festivals, scenic drives, or historic homes.
Wait a minute did you say historic homes? Yes, I did. People who visit New England – even in autumn – enjoy hearing about the history and stories of New [...]

19Sep2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 2 comments | Continued
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SkyVenture New Hampshire Lets You Experience the Freedom of Flight

Skydiving may not be an activity that your mother or insurance company would endorse you participating in, but how about experiencing the same freedom of flight without plummeting towards the earth at terminal velocity?
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to be suspended in mid-air – or the sport of body flight as [...]

28Aug2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 5 comments | Continued
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MGM Grand at Foxwoods Resort Offers Great Shows and Fine Dining

First, I’m not a card player or slot machine addict – I don’t even care much for Las Vegas as a venue for conferences. So I approached an evening at MGM Foxwoods with my family as an unsure bet for success.
I’d been convinced to make the 4-hour round-trip to the newest “kid” on the entertainment [...]

21Aug2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Interview with Jason Cape of the Barron Brook Inn in New Hampshire

New England has a number of classic Bed & Breakfast Inns and I keep a close eye on the recognition the travel industry bestows on properties, and the reviews Inns receive to showcase and feature these places.
Many times a new owner can add the missing spark or character to an Inn, or alternatively take a [...]

5Aug2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Here is Chef Kevin Long Eighth Summer BBQ tip…

Here is Chef Kevin Long eighth Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #8:
Chef Long’s Cucumber and chick pea salad:
This is a much less traditional salad recipe, however it is one of my summer favorites and sure to impress your barbeque guests. Take cucumbers and chick peas and mix with oregano and agave nectar for an inventive [...]

31Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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High Tech Comes at Hancock Shaker Village Enhances Experience

The Hancock Shaker Village near Pittsfield, Massachusetts, has introduced audio tours on MP3 players as part of its admission price.
A project two years in the making it continues the tradition of the Shaker community who had no issues embracing new technology.
Hancock Shaker Village President Ellen Spear notes, “The Shakers embraced new technology; they were the [...]

29Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Here is Chef Kevin Long Seventh Summer BBQ tip…

Here is Chef Kevin Long seventh Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #7:
Chef Long’s watermelon and grape tomato salad:
Is another simple but delicious option for a summer salad to go with any grilled dinner. Take diced watermelon and grape tomatoes and toss with rice vinegar and crumbled feta cheese.
You can find Chef Long BBQ Tip #1 [...]

25Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Chef Kevin Long Summer BBQ Tip Number 6

Here is Chef Kevin Long sixth Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #6:
Chef Long’s Simple Jicama Salad:
Ingredients: jicama, corn, olive oil, chives, lemon, cotija or parmesan
Peel jicama, cut into slices, rinse in ice water and toss with olive oil and chives. Soak corn cobs for 15 minutes in cold water then roast in the oven at [...]

17Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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Chef Kevin Long Summer BBQ Tip Number 5

Here is Chef Kevin Long fifth Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #5:
Chef Long’s authentic Tare Sauce:
This is a spin on a classic Japanese Tare Sauce, traditionally used with Yakitori and Teppanyaki. The sauce can be used as a marinade, but is also great for basting skewers while cooking and can even serve as a dipping [...]

10Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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Sail Boston 2009 – The Tall Ships Cometh to Massachusetts

The Tall Ships are visiting Boston Harbor July 8th – 13th under the banner of Sail Boston 2009.
If you went in 2008 then you know what a wonderful event this is for all the family – and if you didn’t…
well make time this week or at the weekend to check out one of the great [...]

7Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 5 comments | Continued
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Chef Kevin Long Summer BBQ Tip Number 4

Here is Chef Kevin Long fourth Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #4:
Chef Long’s summer marinade:
Combine 3 oz. of Dijon Mustard, 1 oz. extra virgin olive oil. 1 lemon, a crumble of fresh or dry lavender and a pinch of crushed chili flake.
You can find Chef Long BBQ #1 here and Chef Long BBQ #2 here [...]

3Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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