Where Did The Summer Go?

Angle Pond, Sandown, N.H.Where did the summer go? It seems like Memorial Day Weekend was a few weeks ago, or so it seems. While we, in New England, are fortunate enough to have summer followed by the great fall season with all its colors, community harvest events and a crisp, cool feel in the air, there's something discomforting, for some of us, knowing that it could be snowing in less than two months.So, how was your New England summer? What kinds...

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The Beauty of Nantasket Beach, Hull, Mass.

Article and photo by Eric H.Nantasket Beach in Hull, Mass., is best associated with the former Paragon Park. All those amusements provided many years of joy for locals and vacationers, and memories of an endearing summer of eternal youth. Paragon Park has been gone since 1984 with some remnants still in place like a carousel, an arcade and souvenir shops, but what truly remains is the innate beauty of Nantasket Beach. After all that time being associated...

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Your Impressions of Falmouth, Mass.?

Downtown Falmouth (photo by Eric )Falmouth, Mass., epitomizes the dual personality of Cape Cod, combining the quaint beach side "outskirts of town" neighborhoods with the highly developed commercial downtown.It's really the best of both worlds. You can have the quintessential Cape Cod beach vacation of a destination like, say, Old Silver Beach in North Falmouth while having so many locally-owned and operated retail, dining and lodging options in...

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Fun at the Brockton Rox Game And A Surprise Visit on the Way...

We truly enjoyed the Brockton Rox doubleheader last night at Campanelli Stadium in Brockton, Mass. The stadium is like a miniature Fenway Park -- intimate and full of passionate baseball fans with Boston accents. There's not a bad seat in the house, the concession stands are well-organized and serve all the basics (hot dogs, popcorn, burgers, etc.) and the restrooms are kept clean. The price to watch these well-played Canadian- American Association...

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Maine Fall Foliage Colors Reporting Begins Sept. 15

We recently received word from our New England travel neighbors at VisitMaine.com that the Maine Department of Conservation will begin its 52nd season of fall foliage reporting on Sept. 15. 2010. Maine Forest Service and state park rangers report, in detail, the color changes and leaf drop rates in Maine's seven tracking zones in at least six weekly reports. Each report and an updated foliage map are posted on Maine's official season website www.Mainefoliage.com. You can sign up on the site homepage to receive the weekly reports by e-mail, and...

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Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

The enchanting county of Pembrokeshire is known worldwide for its only coastal park in Britain—The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.The Pembrokeshire National Park runs a program of activities and events both for kids and adults like: crab catching, rockpool safaris, bat walks and more.Other reasons why Pembrokeshire Park is worth exploring:Captivating LocationIt is known for its breathtaking location and extraordinary animals and birds. The coastal...

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A Blog That Focuses On Affordable New England Travel Ideas

Nantasket Beach in Hull Mass., is a great place to spend an affordable day (photo by Eric H.)We recently started The Thrifty New England Traveler blog  at http://www.visitingnewengland.com to help people travel more and spend less in New England.With a rough economy,  most people interested in New England travel are looking for free and inexpensive things to do, as well as bargains on dining, shopping and lodging.  As...

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Harrods: A Luxurious Department Store in UK

Harrods is a pride of the United Kingdom. This is a prestigious luxury department store that is specifically located at Brompton Road in Knightsbridge, London. This is one of the largest shopping center in the world. The store aims to provide everything for all people, everywhere, as stated in their motto: “Omnia Omnibus Ubique”. Indeed, true to their objective, this great store covers more than a million square feet of shopping place and more than...

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