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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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Getaway to South County Rhode Island and Enjoy the Quiet life

Tired of the same old destinations for Getaways in New England? Ready to try something new? Consider South County in Rhode Island.

30Oct2009 | yankeetraveler | 1 comment | 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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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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Mount Washington Hotel Resort – A Salute to Freedom!

The Mount Washington Hotel Resort is hosting a jam-packed big activities weekend to celebrate the nation’s birthday July 3-5, 2009. Here’s what to expect.
If a weekend of activities including tennis, fun runs, chalk drawing, military dramatizations, riveting storytelling and lectures, with evening movies and musical performances in the scenic beauty of the White Mountains, then [...]

24Jun2009 | yankeetraveler | 1 comment | Continued
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Announcing our New England Vacation and Getaways Video

After months of planning and long hours of production we have produced our first video about New England vacations and Getaways. It showcases the coast, lakes and mountains of the region, along with attractions, lodging, and wildlife scenes.
Our goal was to focus on the variety of the region and the many types of vacations and [...]

1May2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 3 comments | Continued
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6 Day History and Museum Tour of Southern New England

It’s February which means people are planning a New England vacation. As New England is a popular destination because of the history and living museums, and I’m frequently asked for multi-day tour suggestions on that theme, I’ve pulled together a 6-day tour which focuses on the southern New England states.
This could quite easily turn into [...]

5Feb2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 5 comments | Continued
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Winter in New England is a Great Time for Getaways

The weather outside may be frightful and cold, and the recent news on the economy isn’t that cheery, nonetheless this may just be the perfect time for a New England Getaway.
I’m back after an extended break and being housebound for way too long. I thought I’d celebrate my return by giving you some of my [...]

7Jan2009 | yankeetraveler | 5 comments | Continued
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Romantic Getaways in New England

New England is famous for its history, coastline scenery, seafood… and country inns, bed and breakfasts, and first-class resorts. The region has all the elements that make it one of the world’s top destinations for romantic getaways.
If you’re considering getting away for a weekend or longer with your soul mate and want some recommendations for [...]

22Jul2008 | Cliff Calderwood | 6 comments | Continued
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A New Cape Cod Vacations Resource on the Block!

Since starting this blog I’ve written a lot of posts about destinations and attractions to see when planning Cape Cod vacations. I lived on the Cape for two years and so I came to know a lot of the best spots to see but I’ve never really pulled it together in one spot… until now.
I [...]

3Feb2008 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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New England Winter Getaway Deals

This is the time of the year when many of us are planning where to go for a New England Winter Getaway.
After all, we still have a few months of winter ahead and one way of mentally making it through until the flowers of spring return is to take a mini-vacation escape.
I know a [...]

17Jan2008 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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A Weekend of Scenic Views Along the Connecticut River

One of my joys of writing about New England destinations is that I discover wonderful gems all the time. Beyond the obvious beauty of the high Presidential Range, or the dunes of Cape Cod, or the rocky coastline of Maine, is a world of New England towns and villages nestled in stunning locations rarely visited [...]

11Sep2007 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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They’re making Snow – But If You Love Natural Fluff and Powder, the Resorts and Spas Offer a Great Deal of It.

I know… I know… you’re rushing around doing last minute shopping and rattling your brain for a gift under $500 for your teenager! At this point you’re close to the “get out of jail” gift card… right? Even though you know most teenagers hate them.
So stop for just a minute… and look around. Do you [...]

20Dec2006 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Fall Foliage Dinner Cruise

Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire has deep clean water, 274 habitable islands and 282 miles of shoreline. It’s also located at the foothills of the White Mountains and surrounded by the Ossipee, Belknap, and Sandwich mountain ranges.
In the fall the area puts on a spectacular display of color, and the next two weekends are traditionally [...]

12Oct2006 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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The Mount Attitash Experience

The Attitash Mountain Resort area in the White Mountains of New Hampshire is a three season activity center.
Well known for testing the skills of downhill skiers, this mountain also boasts plenty to do in the summer and fall.
As Labor Day weekend approaches I wanted to “blow its trumpet” a bit, and also remind you this [...]

31Aug2006 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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The Blackstone River Valley Tea Party

Now before I get comments, this isn’t Rhode Island’s answer to the Boston Tea Party. As far as I know no tea is thrown overboard in the making of this unique trip.
But there is something very British about this event. Read on to discover what it is…

21Aug2006 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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