Looking for Something to do this Spring in Connecticut? Here are Five Activities
Spring in Connecticut is always an exciting time! The weather starts to slowly get warmer. Everything begins to bloom, which
Read moreSpring in Connecticut is always an exciting time! The weather starts to slowly get warmer. Everything begins to bloom, which
Read moreArticle by Contributor Tricia Bielinski The Vermont Inn to Inn Walking Tour, where you walk through small towns and villages
Read moreYou never know what you will find when you visit the South Coast of Massachusetts.
Read moreArticle sponsored by Madison Beach Hotel and the Curio Collection by Hilton Article by New England Travel Journal Writer Stavros
Read moreWhere to stay, eat, and relax in Woodstock.
Read moreListen to our conversation with Frank DiNardi who is producing the New England Travel Journal Show
Read moreUnplug and unwind while on island time!
Read moreIn the final installment from episode one of the New England Travel Journal Show we document our visit to Barley Head Brewery.
Read moreEnjoying some ice cream in downtown Mystic
Read moreArticle by New England Travel Journal Staff We stopped at Mystic Knotwork during our recent trip to Mystic, Connecticut while
Read moreWe made a number of stops including Mystic Knotwork, Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream, and Barley Head Brewery. Come along and explore with us!
Read moreCape Cod is an all American playground during the summer months with sunshine, swimming and all the ice cream you can eat, but Cape Cod is equally as beautiful and charming in the off season
Read moreThe Beatrice is a 47-room boutique hotel newly opened in downtown Providence, R.I.
Read moreArticle by New England Travel Journal We are excited to announce that we have partnered with videographer and photographer Frank
Read moreNew England is filled with quaint stores and with Christmas less than a month away we took a look at some of the most popular ones in each state.
Read moreSometimes it is okay to venture outside New England for a little exploration!
Read moreResiding on the corner of Front and Pine St, the Exeter Inn boasts a gorgeous Georgian brick facade.
Read moreChebeague Island Inn traces its roots back to the late 1880s and is one of the few remaining coastal Maine Inns of its time.
Read moreThe Wolfeboro Inn is a grand three story building with white siding and a steep sloped roof with direct access to Lake Winnipesaukee.
Read moreThe New England Travel Journal visited The Breakwater Inn and Spa, in Kennebunkport, Maine as as the second hotel in our travel series partnership with Hay Creek Hotels
Read moreThe New England Travel Journal visited Shelter Harbor Inn, in Westerly, Rhode Island as as the first hotel in our travel series partnership with Hay Creek Hotels
Read moreFrom the shores of Rhode Island, all the way to an island in Maine, we partnered with Hay Creek Hotels this past season to visit some of their boutique hotels in and around New England
Read moreChester is located along the Connecticut River and is a quintessential New England town with a number of restaurants, shops and cafes to explore.
Read moreArticle Submitted By Billy Finn We drove about three hours north from New York City, fighting traffic the whole way.
Read moreExplore vendors and food trucks at the historic Wayside Inn in Bethlehem, New Hampshire
Read moreThe Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum in Old Wethersfield is presenting a series of Summer 2021 entertainments to add to your calendar
Read moreIf flowers are your thing then Wicked Tulips Flower Farm is for you. If flowers aren’t your thing then Wicked Tulips Flower Farm is for you. Let us explain!
Read moreIf you are intrigued by secret gardens a visit to the Blue Garden in Newport, Rhode Island is in order.
Read moreOn this episode, we were joined by Mindy Miraglia the owner and founder of Berkshire Camino.
Read moreOn this edition of the New England Travel Journal Podcast, we were joined by sisters J.Q. Louise and sister Juliana Neves who during the Covid pandemic started the Travel Babies Podcast.
Read moreThe state of Connecticut has 14 lighthouses and we are on a quest to see them all! Follow along as we travel the coastlines of Connecticut and visit the distinct lighthouses that the state has to offer.
Read moreThere are a lot of small towns in Connecticut that get a lot of attention and rightfully so. Essex, Mystic, Chester, and Kent just to name a few. One town that is a bit under the radar but beloved by those who know of it is Collinsville.
Read moreThe 62-room boutique hotel in downtown Nantucket will open its doors this June.
Read moreJust recently a friend of the Journal reached out and told me about one of their hometown friends that started a small batch, coffee roasting business. Here is there story.
Read moreTypically we only focus on New England. We don’t always like to acknowledge it but there are some great places to travel outside of the region. With the hope that people will be able to travel more in 2021, we wanted to share some tips and locations to consider.
Read moreA weekend in Woodstock is filled with winter activities and good food.
Read moreWorking out of his Hyannis studio on the property of the house he is thankful his grandfather never sold Dave Turner carves gorgeous wooden whales that he ships all over the world.
Read moreIf you are looking for some “World Famous” New England clam chowder then head to Newport, Rhode Island.
Read moreMindy talks about how she is still learning the region, her favorite aspects of photography, what she means when she says she wants to photograph ‘YOU,’ and much more!
Read moreBoston Magazine Executive Editor Brittany Jasnoff joins the podcast to talk about the magazine’s December cover story, “57 Things to Do Around Boston This Winter.”
Read moreMartha’s Vineyard is known as a summer playground. But in the winter there is still plenty to explore.
Read moreBoston Magazine’s Alyssa Giacobbe takes a close look at the impact the COVID pandemic has already had on the ski resort industry, the outlook for this winter, and the changes that may remain in place post-pandemic.
Read moreTaking a moment to relax at the Four Chimneys Inn located in Bennington, Vermont.
Read moreWe recently chatted with photographer Caryn B. Davis about about all things photography, focusing largely on her Connecticut Christmas book, plus getting some photography tips as well!
Read moreBoston Magazine Food + Entertainment Editor Scott Kearnan joined the New England Travel Journal Podcast to talk about the state of dining out in Massachusetts, the innovative ways restaurants are creating business, Boston’s Top 25 Hottest Restaurants, and what he is looking forward to most when dining is back to normal.
Read moreWhether you are a Lord of the Rings fan or not, the fact that there is an actual hobbit house at a resort in Rhode Island, serving up a four course meal with Maker’s Mark pairings is enough to keep reading.
Read moreBoston magazine Executive Editor Brittany Jasnoff joins the New England Travel Journal Podcast to talk about ‘Hidden New England.’
Read moreWith so much attention focused on the coast of Maine, it can be easily overlooked that the mountains and lakes of the state nicknamed ‘Vacationland’ hold just as much beauty and provide as amazing a backdrop to the outdoor activities as you will find in any seaside town.
Read moreNew England photographer Ryan Zipp joined us to talk fall foliage photography, about his adventures over the summer, and his new venture Deliciously New England.
Read moreLooking for some family-friendly fall activities? We have you covered with some options in each New England state.
Read moreAfter a summer mostly spent indoors or traveling to locations not too far from home we were invited to visit Westward Shores in Ossipee, New Hampshire. A fun getaway for families and friends with a couple of ways to stay and plenty of exciting things to do
Read moreThe Place Restaurant is ‘the place’ to be in the summer for seafood in Connecticut
Read moreSeemingly, there is nothing that can get in the way of the picture perfect beach day ahead of you. Except COVID-19.
Read moreThis fall the Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum will unveil its new Education and Visitor Center that blends seamlessly into the museum grounds
Read moreAll across Rhode Island there are creative ways to enjoy some of their favorite restaurants!
Read moreThe owners of Sift Bakery in Mystic, Connecticut have a new venture and it is already a big hit. On the first Saturday of August at around 7:30 a.m. we left our room at the Steamboat Inn and made our way over to the newly opened Young Buns Doughnuts.
Read moreBoston Magazine Executive Editor Brittany Jasnoff joined the New England Travel Journal Podcast to talk about her latest article, Ready to Get Out? Here’s Seven Scenic Day Trips to Escape the City This Summer.
Read moreLocated in the heart of Marblehead, Massachusetts just steps from the harbor, shops and galleries, historical homes, and restaurants, the Harbor Light Inn is your perfect home base for a visit to the town that was the birthplace of the Continental Navy.
Read moreThe second annual Vintage Market in the Mountains will be held from July 25-26 in Bethlehem, New Hampshire at the Wayside Inn on Route 302
Read moreLate June brings perfect New England early summer weather to Connecticut.
Read moreWith a little help from the endless number of Instagram posts, combined with an already planned trip to New Hampshire we were able to discover the stunning beauty of the annual Lupine bloom in Sugar Hill, New Hampshire.
Read moreShorelines Illustrated founder Kim Thomas joined us for episode 16 of the New England Travel Journal
Read moreChamplin’s Seafood Deck and Fish Market offers perhaps one of the most iconic seafood experiences that you can have in New England.
Read moreCountless small businesses around the world have dropped everything to do what they can to help during the Covid-19 pandemic. One such business is the Hartford Flavor Company located in Hartford, CT.
Read moreWe journey down the Connecticut River with photographer and author Caryn B. Davis
Read moreLobster Landing is simple and delicious. Located on the Clinton, CT shoreline where Commerce Street runs out of pavement, Lobster Landing is the perfect place to enjoy the summer sunshine
Read moreWith the winter melt in full effect, it is also a great time to explore the region’s waterfalls. One of the best that we have discovered is Ripley Falls, located in Carroll, a part of Crawford Notch State Park
Read moreWe spent some time talking with several Rhode Island hotels and resorts about their anticipated comeback, the impact the pandemic has had on their business and what our “new normal” expectations should be when visiting for a stay or dining.
Read moreMic Michienzi is working with her family to revitalize the Buzzards Bay Main Street.
Read moreKing Arthur Flour (KAF) in Norwich, Vermont is a baker’s paradise. Sold all around the country, KAF is a popular stop for locals and travelers along I-91 in Vermont.
Read moreBejeweled by the spell and call of sea glass is the hope to find glistening shards atop a low tide beach making the heart race with joyful discovery.
Read moreThe Purposely Lost treehouse is the first of five carbon-neutral, luxury vacation rentals that are to be built on the 15 acres of land that neighbor Littlefield Pond in Maine
Read moreThe Atlantic Fish Co., located in the heart of Boston, offers a formal yet affordable dining experience.
Read moreDuring a wide-ranging conversation New England photographer Ryan Zipp discussed how he got into photography as a kid, his days touring as a member of a band and how he returned to photography.
Read moreOwners Todd Kopiek, Jared Methe and Eric Paul launched their passion project just a couple of years ago in the Indian Orchard Mills and have been churning out inventive beers ever since
Read moreA collection of carbon-neutral luxury treehouse and hobbit homes retreats on a trout pond in southern Maine
Read moreBorn out of a Thursday night home brewing club Labyrinth Brewing Company in Manchester, Connecticut has become a must stop brewery in Connecticut
Read moreIn 2020, 36 museums and galleries in Vermont will collaborate on a state-wide series of exhibitions on the theme “2020 Vision: Seeing the World Through Technology.”
Read moreThe Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA), located in historic Mystic, Connecticut, is launching 2020 with gallery renovations, two new exhibitions, and a Museum Store
Read moreFor years I have walked the streets of downtown West Hartford, Connecticut looked towards Savoy Pizzeria & Craft Bar and said, ‘I really want to try that place.’ Well I now no longer have to ask myself that question, the question I now ask is, ‘Why did I wait so long?’
Read moreLocated on the gorgeous Smith College campus in Northampton, Massachusetts the Lyman Plant House and Conservatory offers the perfect winter escape.
Read moreContributing photographer Susan Bell recently visited Port Clyde, Maine and captured some gorgeous late day shots. Located on the St. George peninsula in the central part of Maine, Port Clyde is home to Marshall Point Lighthouse where Tom Hanks ran to in Forrest Gump.
Read moreWritten by Stavros Have you ever had the craving for a hot-buttered lobster roll in the winter? Great, because now
Read moreWant to get away? Getaway House seems to have found an easy solution for the overworked and overwhelmed. They cater to those who need to put some distance between themselves and their bustling daily life.
Read moreAn Unlikely Story Bookstore and Cafe in Plainville, Massachusetts was an unlikely find for New England Travel Journal, and lets be honest there are few things better than stumbling on a good local find
Read moreOur destination was the Steamboat Dock, next to the Connecticut River Museum, for a Winter Wildlife Eagle Cruise run by RiverQuest.
Read moreHiking, running, lounging in front of the fire; you name it and the socks from the Bear Feet Co. have you covered
Read moreWinter in Vermont is exceptionally beautiful. Picturesque and cozy, a visit to the Mad River Valley is a must when planning a trip to the north country
Read more2019 was the first full year of the New England Travel Journal. It was a year of growth and introductions into the wonderful community that is New England on the web and on social media
Read moreThe New England Travel Journal Podcast closed out 2019 with podcast guest Deb Cohen, the founder and curator of The Front Door Project.
Read moreEvery November kicks off “Christmas at the Newport Mansions” wherein select mansions decorate in full holiday regalia and offer self guided tours through New Year’s
Read moreA Celtic Christmas Sojourn has been touring New England during the holidays for the last sixteen years. It’s a delightful experience that showcases singing, music and dancing from Pagan, Christian and Celtic traditions
Read moreConcord, Massachusetts is a quintessential New England town that offers something for everyone from colonial history, American literature, a National Park, shopping, inns and outdoor pursuits, this gem has it all.
Read moreNew England Travel and Lifestyle expert Shannon Shipman of the popular shannonshipman.com, recently known as Sunny Coastlines, joined the New England Travel Journal Podcast to talk about her New England travels and how she fell in love with the region after she moved here a few years ago.
Read moreIn part one of our Thanksgiving rolls series we give you recipes for Basic Wheat Rolls and a slight variation, Garlic Snakes (Knots)
Read moreIn the second part of our Thanksgiving rolls series we give you Seeded Sourdough Rolls and Bourbon Maple Bacon Rolls.
Read moreThe holiday season is a magical time in New England. Streets, houses, boats, lighthouses, store fronts are lit and holiday cheer is in the air.
Read moreIf you missed fall in New England this year listen to the song “October” by Elizabeth Girardi. It’s the closest thing you’ll get to stirring up the feelings that fall in New England gives you
Read moreIf you’re in the Newbury, New Hampshire area near Lake Sunapee and are hungry for some Italian food, stop by Marzelli Deli for a home cooked meal!
Read moreAs the sun sets on the Sunday following Thanksgiving hundreds of people; families, friends – young and old – flock to Main Street in the picture book town for the annual Trees in the Riggings Community Carol Sing & Boat Parade.
Read moreEnjoy gorgeous Lake Sunapee and all the region has to offer when you stay at the Lake Sunapee House
Read moreNestled on Main Street in the picturesque town of Essex, CT along the Connecticut River, Essex Paint and Sip offers the perfect setting for a date night or large gathering.
Read moreJoin in the Halloween fun at the annual Haunted Miniature Golf event at Farmington Miniature Golf & Ice Cream Parlor
Read moreOne of the most magnificent parts of New England is the White Mountain region of New Hampshire. From Mount Washington
Read moreAre you going to Cape Cod but only have a weekend? How do you decide what you are going to do in such a short amount of time?
Read moreAfter finishing our last sip we headed back down to the bikes and continued on our way having enjoyed our first visit to a new addition to our ‘must stop’ list when on the Cape.
Read moreThe husband and wife duo of Jimmy and Nicole join the New England Travel Journal podcast to talk about their craft beer adventures
Read moreew places in the country can take more credit for the Fourth of July than Boston, after all the flames of the Revolutionary War were stoked in the city. So what better way to spend the Fourth of July then on the Boston Harbor enjoying Fireworks?
Read moreAt the end of the 2018 season the iconic hotel, now in its 128th year, closed its doors and went through a seven-month $15 million renovation that will have guests new and returning saying, ‘wow’ when they walk through the doors.
Read moreWhen you walk into Mystic Knotwork you are welcomed into the store by the site of hundreds of nautical knots, from bracelets to doorstops to coasters to name a few.
Read moreOn May 1, 2019 the historic Harbor View Hotel in Edgartown, on the island of Martha’s Vineyard, reopened after months of renovations and general manager Chris Bird joined the podcast to talk about what guests can now expect
Read moreNantucket Chamber of Commerce President & CEO David W. Martin joins Sam to talk about the 2019 Nantucket Daffodil Festival to be held April 26-28
Read moreNew England Travel Journal Podcast co-hosts Sam and Stavros talk about the start of spring, a Bald Eagle watch cruise in Essex, Connecticut, plans for the warm weather months including plans to go to Cape Cod and Maine. They also discuss another upcoming trip to the Getaway Homes in New Hampshire.
Read moreGet ready for a surprisingly soft and light bread with a flavor that starts sweet, turns to coffee, and leaves you with dark chocolate.
Read moreMarch Madness is upon us and during the first weekend of the men’s and women’s NCAA tournament Connecticut will be
Read moreIvory & Iron is turning a forgotten 1790 Essex, Connecticut Federal home into their dream property. The B&B is already open while the organic bakery, lifestyle and electrical shop are still to come.
Read moreNestled at the foot of Talcott Mountain and at the intersection of Rt. 202 and 185 in Simsbury, Connecticut; Abigail’s Grille and Wine Bar was the perfect location for a seafood lunch in late February
Read moreSchilling Beer Co. offers European-inspired craft beers paired with a simple yet delicious menu of speciality Neopolitan-style pizza along with bratwursts, stromboli and calzones as other entree options; there is something for everyone.
Read moreThe brand new Briar Barn Inn situated in Rowley, Massachusetts promises visitors old New England charm combined with modern appeal.
Read moreThe Treehouse restaurant in Mystic, Connecticut is a unique restaurant
Read moreLocally owned Parable Brewing Company in Manchester, Connecticut is the perfect weekend hangout.
Read moreAs a recommendation from our friends, Bill and Joyce from the Valley Artisans Handcrafted Gifts, we decided to make a drive from Epsom to Concord for some great food.
Read moreLocated right off of the main road in Epsom, New Hampshire a well decorated handcrafted store caught our eyes. As we were headed east on route 4 towards our weekend Getaway , we saw the banner hung above the store that read “Handcrafted Gifts Since 1981” and decided that we could not pass up an opportunity to buy locally made gifts.
Read moreWhen was the last time that you went to your local country store? I bet thinking back to it you remember the warmth that you felt the minute your hands pushed opened that old and creaky wooden door.
Read moreWhether you order a speciality burger named after a western Massachusetts town or create your own, stopping at Local Burger is a must when passing through Northampton. Situated on the corner of Main Street in the small vibrant town that is the home to Smith College, Local Burger lives by the motto, “It’s not just delicious, it’s local.”
Read moreOn the day of our visit they had seven beers on tap, along with various wines and ciders. You can have six beers for a flight
Read moreThe Littleton Freehouse Taproom & Eatery offers visitors locally sourced food and drink inside a welcoming industrial-styled dinning room situated above the roaring Ammonoosuc River.
Read moreArticle by Stavros Voted Best Clam Chowder in 2014, 2015, and 2016 Petey’s Summertime Seafood is definitely worth a drive
Read moreThe oldest operating Inn in the United States and a Massachusetts Historic Landmark, the Longfellow’s Wayside Inn has been welcoming travelers since 1716.
Read moreArticle by Stavros Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant is a great go-to destination if you are in the Wakefield, Rhode Island area
Read moreAs you drive north along I-91 and pass through West Springfield, Massachusetts you will notice a red sign with white lettering that reads Donut Dip. To the unassuming eye the sign might not grab your attention for more than a moment but for locals and travelers in the know seeing that sign means its time to pull over.
Read moreNestled in the shadows of the White Mountains with the Ammonoosuc River running through it, Littleton, New Hampshire is a postcard New England town with views, covered bridges and charm.
Read moreArticle by Sam Dostaler The early November wind was whipping, some sleet had fallen earlier in the day but that
Read moreAn an interview with CBS Sunday Morning’s Conor Knighton, Folger, who goes by “Jeff Foliage” brought the beauty of New England foliage into living rooms all around the country.
Read moreTraveling around New England is not something we do, it is who we are. Experiencing the unique culture that New England offers is something special and we want to share our experiences with you and hopefully you will share your experiences with us.
Read moreCape Cod and seafood are synonymous. On our first trip to the Cape this year, at the start of the summer season, we headed directly to JT’s Seafood Restaurant in Brewster, Massachusetts
Read moreLocated in beautiful Old Saybrook, Connecticut on Harbor One Marina along the Connecticut River, Liv’s Shack “Lobster Rolls and More” provided the ideal setting for lunch on a summer afternoon.
Read moreRed 36 in Mystic, Connecticut was the perfect way to end a summer evening. Located along the Mystic River, a short drive or walk from the Mystic River Bridge, Red 36 provides diners with a casual and relaxed experience that is perfect for all ages
Read moreThe Boston Seafood Festival is the perfect city summer oasis. From the moment you step foot on to the Boston Fish Pier you are immersed into a New England seafood paradise
Read moreIf you just so happen to be driving through the coastal Buzzards Bay area in Massachusetts and are looking for a great spot for seafood, Quahog Republic needs to be your destination
Read moreThe Farmington Valley’s own freshest seafood spot is perfect for a quick sit-down or take-away lunch during a busy work day
Read morehe state of Connecticut there aren’t many more iconic seafood restaurants than Lenny and Joe’s Fish Tale
Read moreSea Swirl is an iconic seafood shack located right on the Pequotsepos River in Mystic, CT that is separated from the busy and touristy part of the town
Read moreAt J’s Crab Shack the Connecticut seashore comes to Park Street in Hartford. When you first arrive at J’s just a mile or so off of I-84 near the corner of Prospect Ave and Park Street you aren’t really sure what to expect
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