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Portland (Maine): Places to stay in Portland
Can't help with Portland, b/c I've never stayed overnight in that town, but if you make your way to Kennebunkport, (30 miles south) Maine Stay Inn and Cottages is a gorgeous bed and breakfast. My husband took me there on our... See More
Washington, DC: Nice hotels near the Smithsonian Museum
We just stayed in the JW Marriott Hotel which was gorgeous and very close to the Smithsonian (2 blocks?). I traveled with my five kids and their conceirge lounge was so over the top amazing that we didn't end up having to buy... See More
Providence: What should I do/see/eat in and around Providence in 48-72 hours?
You should call brand new venue "Experience Rhode Island" tours. They have reasonably priced tours through Federal Hill, Newport and they have this great "Dine around Providence" experience where you go to three top restaurants for appetizer/drinks, main... See More
Yes, much too cold for the beach. It is peak foliage season during the Cranberry Festival so taking a drive is always beautiful. Rte 2 West, which goes across the state West to East is a beautiful drive for foliage. Depends on what you like. Concord, MA has great... See More
Cape Cod: What must I see, eat, and do with 24 hours in Cape Cod?
If you are looking for beaches, you can't beat Mayflower Beach or C Chapin Memorial Beach . For sightseeing, driving route 6a from the Sagamore Bridge towards towards the Cape, you'll see lots of... See More
Massachusetts: Where can I go to see a cranberry harvest and learn about the process?
Third generation cranberry grower, here. :) The Makepeace Cranberry Harvest Festival in Wareham, MA is the best place to see the harvest in the New England Area. Everything is reasonably priced, like $2 for a pony ride, free pumpkin painting and tours... See More