Connecticut Destinations and Events

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Six Museums in Southern New England Off the Well-Trodden Path

Museums are plenty in southern New England but these ones are off the beaten path and so don’t get the visitors they deserve but are worth the trip to see.

21Jan2012 | | 0 comments | Continued
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6 Places to Have Summer Splash Fun in a New England Winter

Bring the tropics to your New England location with one of these summer splash fun winter getaways in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont and New Hampshire.

14Jan2012 | | 0 comments | Continued
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The Year of Natural Disasters in New England

The year 2011 will long be remembered in New England as the year of natural disasters – record winter storms, tornadoes, an earthquake and Irene.

6Jan2012 | | 1 comment | Continued
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Wheeling & Heeling: An RV Tour of the Best Walking Spots in Southern New England

Joe Laing from El Monte RV Rentals offers a tour of his favorite destination spots and RV campgrounds of Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

30Dec2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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The Top Ten Picnic Destinations in New England

This is our staff picks of the best places for a picnic in New England – here you’ll find views, activities and atmosphere to take a packed lunch and enjoy.

22Dec2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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12 Ways to Enjoy Halloween in the Litchfield Hills Connecticut

October heralds in Halloween in New England along with falling leaves, and Litchfield Hills in Connecticut knows how to celebrate spooky season – more here.

7Oct2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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10 Favorite Things to Do in a New England Fall – Part II

Popular New England fall activities include country stores, summit rides, apple picking, pumpkin patches, corn mazes and inns and B&B – more here.

30Sep2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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10 Favorite Things to Do in a New England Fall – Part I

Here is information about 10 popular activities to do for a New England fall foliage getaway – scenic drives, fairs and festivals, train rides and more.

24Sep2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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Hiking on a Connecticut Vacation in Litchfield Hills

Connecticut hiking is focused mainly in the Litchfield Hills where the Appalachian Trail winds through to Massachusetts – here are popular hikes in area.

6Aug2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Complete New England Guide to South Coastal New England

South coastal New England region has white sand protected beaches and historic islands – use this quick guide to plan your vacation to this scenic region.

28May2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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The New England Mountains – Southern Ranges

The Appalachian Trial runs through the hills and mountain peaks of southern New England – here we discuss hikes and walks in Litchfield Hills & Berkshires.

13May2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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Guide to Children’s Museums of New England

Here is our staff writers top picks for children’s museums in New England – there are many more but we think one of these should be on your list to visit.

15Apr2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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Special Mother’s Day Plant Destinations in Fairfield, Connecticut

Mother’s Day is approaching and here are two events not to miss in Greenwich and Stamford in Fairfield County Connecticut to get the lady a plant special.

8Apr2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Things to Do for February School Vacation Week in New England

School vacation week can be a crazy time for parents and you just gotta get out of the house and do something with the kids – here’s my resource lists.

12Feb2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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Black History Month in New England

February is Black History Month and in southern New England there are many special events planned and things to do and visit – here’s a selection.

5Feb2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Western Connecticut Events for February 2011

Satre Hill in Litchfield Hills of western Connecticut is hosting junior Olympics in February and Tours at restoration at Weir Farm also start – more info.

29Jan2011 | | 0 comments | Continued