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Top 10 island getaways

By Cindy McNaull on Mar 05, 2020 in Anguilla, Asia, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Greece, Guadeloupe, Hawaii, Italy, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Thailand, USA, Western Europe

In today’s fast paced world, our lives are super busy with constant ties to technology that always leave us feeling ‘on”. I remember back to a time between graduating from university and starting out in the work world when there was a feeling of being able just to go and explore, without boundaries. In recent […]

6 of the best in New England

By Scott Anderson on Aug 11, 2019 in Canada, Connecticut, Cruises & Boat Travel, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, Speciality Travel, USA, Vermont

New England – that six-state huddle in America’s northeastern corner – retains all of the rural charm that first greeted the pioneers some 400 years ago. Dense forests carpet reaching peaks and ring shimmering lakes – scenery that’s particularly pretty in autumn’s bright reds and deep browns. It’s a region that wears its rich history […]

10 tasty farm-to-table restaurants in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts

By Gil Haylon on Apr 22, 2018 in Going Out, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Restaurants, USA

The Berkshires deeply rooted food culture is evident in its regional cuisine. Chefs have access to delicious local produce, meats, and dairy and expertly craft these seasonal offerings into delectable plates. The fields and farms of the Berkshires are more than a scenic landscape, they produce the tastiest seasonal offerings that give guests a taste […]

5 can’t miss stops in New England’s Berkshires this Summer

By Gil Haylon on Mar 28, 2018 in Attractions, Going Out, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, USA

Want to get away this Summer? There are few places in the world that can offer cultural experiences surrounded by natural beauty like New England’s Berkshires. A rural region in the mountains of western Massachusetts, the Berkshires is well-known for its picturesque views, farm-to- table food scene and its thriving art and cultural offerings. Historic […]

Top 10 reasons to visit Cape Cod

By Mike Hogan on Mar 27, 2018 in Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Cape Cod, a land of enchantment jutting out into the Atlantic like a raised arm to smack ships down in brutal storms. This is where America as we know it began and it offers something for everyone. Living history, vintage mom and pop shops, and a general slower way of life make this one of […]

5 ways to honeymoon in luxury on Martha’s Vineyard

By Courtney Myers on Nov 30, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Honeymoons, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Want to start your new union off on the right foot? You could book a hotel in a busy city with a soundtrack of street noise. Or, you could opt for a luxurious, private stay in the glamorous and still gloriously secluded island of Martha’s Vineyard. Long a playground for royalty and celebrities alike, the […]

4 luxury hotels in the Northeast USA that you can travel to by helicopter

By Anna Macsai on Mar 31, 2017 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Hotels, Massachusetts, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Traveling regionally can be a chore if you drive or fly commercial. For the discerning traveler, helicopter charters can be immensely convenient and surprisingly affordable. Imagine going through the airport process without the nightmare of security lines and flight delays… getting on a climate-controlled, comfortable, private helicopter that’ll take you directly to your destination… no […]

The famous five: 5 family holiday ideas for 2017

By Sandra Potter on Dec 26, 2016 in Attractions, California, Canada, Family Travel, Going Out, Massachusetts, New York, North America, Regions, South Carolina, Speciality Travel, USA

Time to think of travel plans for 2017. Where to take the family for a luxurious and memorable holiday? The USA and Canada has many of the answers. With wide open spaces, lots of variety, there is plenty to do to keep the whole family entertained. Take the grandparents, take the children, there is fun […]

The foothills of Atlas Mountains in Morocco

Top 6 family travel destinations for October half-term

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jul 29, 2016 in Africa, Asia, Family Travel, Japan, Massachusetts, Mauritius, Middle East, Morocco, New Hampshire, North America, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Turkey, USA, Worldwide

As the nights begin to draw in and the temperatures start to fall, it’s tempting to get away with your family for a change of scene. October half-term is the last chance in the school holidays calendar to make tracks before Christmas. You don’t always have to choose the most obvious destinations. These six family […]

Top 3 luxury hotels in Boston

By Hilary Stockton on Jan 16, 2016 in Accommodation, Hotels, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, USA

Founded in 1630, Boston is one of the oldest cities in the U.S., with historical sites that include Paul Revere’s House, Faneuil Hall, the Boston Tea Party Museum, the Old State House, and Boston Common, the nation’s oldest city park. Yet Boston is far from a living museum (although it does have some lovely collections–don’t […]

6 unusual things to do during the New England Fall

By Sandra Potter on Sep 30, 2015 in Events, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Regions, Rhode Island, Travel Miscellany, USA, Vermont

Everyone knows that the Autumn colours in New England are glorious. However, I suspect that not everyone know the range of quirky activities that go on in this pretty part of the world. If you happen to be in New England this Fall and are looking for things to do, keep an eye out for these […]

The USA – a destination for all seasons

By Tom Barber on Jul 16, 2015 in Alaska, California, Florida, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, North America, Regions, USA, Vermont, Washington DC, Wyoming

It shouldn’t necessarily come as a surprise that a continent-sized country has something to see all year round, but British visitors to the USA do still tend to trend towards the obvious places in the obvious months. Nothing wrong with that, per se, because there are very good reasons for going to, say, New York […]

3 variations on Cape Cod’s luxury B&Bs

By Judith Reitman on May 07, 2015 in Accommodation, Bed & Breakfasts, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, USA

If you’re fond of sand dunes and salty air Quaint little villages here and there You’re sure to fall in love with old Cape Cod The singer Patti Page had not yet visited Massachusetts’s seaside haven when she made this ode to the Cape a hit in the 1950s. Today the island’s sand dunes remain […]

Top 3 luxury properties in New England

By Craig Burkinshaw on Apr 29, 2015 in Accommodation, Hotels, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, USA

With rich colonial heritage, a reputation for excellent dining and a varied and memorable scenic canvas, visiting the area of New England on the East Coast of the USA has never been more popular. Boston, New England’s gateway city, is served daily by a three international airlines from London, and with a flight time in the […]

The 10 best places in the world to run a marathon

By Paul Johnson on Dec 09, 2014 in Accessories, Adventure Travel, Africa, Arctic, Asia, China, Clothing, Europe, Featured, France, Gadgets, Greece, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, New York, North America, Peru, Polar Regions, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

If you have a love of both running and travel, then our guide to 10 of the best marathons in the world will hopefully inspire you to your next marathon challenge. Like travel, marathon running has seen considerable growth in the last decade or two. We’ve included a real mix in compiling this list, from […]

The best free attractions in the US

By Matthew Coe on Nov 20, 2014 in Attractions, California, Going Out, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, North America, USA, Washington DC

You don’t have to spend a fortune to see some of America’s best sights and sounds. There is a plethora of attractions which are free to enjoy, from some of the country’s most famous landmarks to fascinating museums and art galleries. We’ve searched the US for its best free attractions and grouped them into this […]

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