The New England Aquarium sits at Central Wharf, directly next to the Boston Marriot Long Wharf Hotel and quite near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. It’s easy to get to via the blue line (exit Aquarium) or Commuter Boat into Long Wharf. The aquarium opened 40 years ago and I’ve seen some say that it…
It is impossible to share the full experience of the Freedom Trail. I hope to provide an inspiring overview for you and urge you to see it for yourself, at least once. It is truly one of the greatest places in our country to grasp an understanding of our forefathers and their passion for our…
We were lucky enough to be able to accompany my husband to the Boston area while he was working out here. For 9 weeks we lived in a beautiful house just steps from the ocean in Scituate (pronounced sit-U-it). We found Ocean Perch (I just love a house with a name) at HomeAway.com. After seeing…
As far as St. Patrick’s Day parades go, Boston has one of the largest. Probably because so many Irish settled here. As I drive along the South Shore I can see why- the country is very similar to Ireland. Areas in Cohasset are very much like the Burren! Since we are in the Boston area…
Cohasset, Massachusetts is a small sea side town which, honestly, won’t take you long to tour if you’re in a car. You may, in fact, end up in Scituate or Hull and not realize it until a sign alerts you. That said, Cohasset is a lovely town and the magnificent sea side homes make a…
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Here’s a fact that may surprise you: the residents of Fort Wayne, Indiana, pay more per capita for their library than residents of large cities like New York or Boston. What would become the Allen County Library was begun by the Fort Wayne Woman’s Reading Club in 1895. I’m sure they never imagined their project, designed…
In honor of National Parks Week (April 16-24, 2016) as well as the 100th anniversary of the National Parks Service, I want to challenge you to visit at least one national park this year. To help inspire you I asked some of my travel blogging friends to share a bit about their favorite National Parks. National Parks…
Read articles for specific cities: Massachusetts in General Easter Far From Home Not Quite Like London… Boston New England Aquarium, Boston, Massachusetts Roisin Dubh (The Black Rose), Boston, Massachusetts The Boston Freedom Trail, Boston, Massachusetts Our Stay in Scituate, Massachusetts (Boston’s South Shore) Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, South Boston, Massachusetts, USA 6 Spring Break…
I have always thought of Omni Hotels as a luxury brand; not necessarily a hotel that caters to families. My thoughts began to change after I met Caryn Kboudi, Omni’s VP of Corporate Communications, who spoke with me at length about Omni’s focus on kid friendliness, including the Sensational Kids packs given to children at…
After spending three months in Scituate and seeing all the sights in and around Boston it was time to begin our long drive back to Iowa. We made a stop near Niagara Falls, Canada to rest for a night. My blog friend Jennifer kept up with our plans and invited us to spend the night…
When Doug said he wanted to visit Battleship Cove while we were in Massachusetts I have to admit that I really wasn’t that interested. I’m not really into military history. But, being a good wife, I planned a day for us to go. And I am so glad I did; it was amazing. Battleship Cove…
