I knew little about this part of the northeast, admittedly, before watching The Real Housewives of New York. The rural area located between New York and Boston is a popular getaway for city dwellers, but it'd been off my radar until a friend of mine moved there. My sister and I had just spent a … [Read more...] about Day Tripping to the Berkshires
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A Green Guide to Boston and Beyond
Over the years, I've started to pay more attention to the impact my travels have long after I leave. Where the trash ends up. How the local businesses fare in slow tourism seasons. What becomes of places that become so hyped because of travel writers like me that they don't have the infrastructure … [Read more...] about A Green Guide to Boston and Beyond
Caroline in the City Guide to Boston
The Red Sox, the Tea Party, baked beans, and Good Will Hunting may be the first things that come to mind when you think of Boston, Massachusetts, but there's so much to the city beyond the tourist zones. Sure, it's rich in history, dating back to the early days of America. Visitors can walk the … [Read more...] about Caroline in the City Guide to Boston
The Art of the Day Trip
There's not always enough time to devote a full stay at a given destination, which is where the day trip comes into play. Throughout my travels, if I've found myself with an extra day, I'll take the train to another city to wander around. It allows me to see something new without having to deviate … [Read more...] about The Art of the Day Trip
Photo Friday: Boston, Massachusetts
I don't have a special connection with Boston. While I loved the city, I only got to spend less than two full days there, which wasn't nearly enough. But I have friends from Boston and some who still live there. I don't even consider myself a runner, despite running a race every month this year. A … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Boston, Massachusetts