New England Getaways

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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 | 4 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 | 0 comments | 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…

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21Aug2006 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Stowe in Vermont Summer Sizzlers!

Mention Stowe, Vermont to most New Englanders and visitors, and they’ll think of winter landscapes and some of the best skiing the region has to offer. But what they don’t realize is that Stowe is a year-round resort, and summer attracts as many visitors to the area as winter.

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18Jul2006 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Special Independence Day Celebration at Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa

The White Mountains in New Hampshire were once home to many majestic and grand hotels. Now, all but a few survive. One of these is the historic Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa in Whitefield.
Recently renovated and restored to its former grandeur of the 19th century, the resort occupies a spectacular location in the northern [...]

14Jun2006 | Cliff Calderwood | 2 comments | Continued
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A White Mountains Treat…

On Friday March 11th, I packed skis, luggage, and two of my kids into our mini van and headed north for a mini-weekend vacation in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Here’s what happened….
I was a little scared that I’d left our skiing vacation too late this year. I thought by that date it would [...]

31Mar2005 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued