Cider Hill Farm Amesbury: A Fall Favorite

Cider Hill Farm

It’s true: fall is finally among us. The brisk air and the vibrant foliage make this the perfect time to be a New Englander. It’s important to soak up these last few weeks before it gets too chilly…and with an abundance of local farms and fall festivities, you won’t be short of things to do! […]

Salisbury MA Beach Favorites: A Local Perspective

Salisbury Beach - Surf Board

September marks the end of summer, but there’s still some time to enjoy the warm weather before it officially slips away. While the pandemic has certainly X-ed off some of our usual favorite summer activities, there’s a special location on the East Coast that promises fun in a safe environment… Salisbury MA Beach!  There’s plenty […]

Walking Trails in Newburyport – Top 5 Faves

Words couldn’t ring more true, especially given the uncertain and restrictive circumstances surrounding the Corona virus. While we miss our favorite Newburyport summer events, the opportunity to get outside and enjoy the local scenery isn’t half bad: that’s why we’ve compiled the Top Five Scenic Walking Trails in and around Newburyport in one easy-to-read list! […]

The Best Ice Cream Stands in Haverhill MA

Haverhill ice cream

Looking for a way to beat the heat this summer? Why not take a trip to Haverhill Massachusetts and try one of its famous ice cream stands! Haverhill is centrally located in the Merrimack Valley and offers the perfect blend of city and country. At a little over 35 square miles, it has a thriving […]

Outdoor Dining North of Boston

Friends gather for outdoor dining north of Boston

Restaurants are beginning to reopen for dining service. Massachusetts requires dining to be outdoor at this time. Here is your list of restaurants offering patio or outdoor dining north of Boston.

Plum Island Beach: A walking tour

Plum Island is a spectacular place to live the beach life. It’s a destination for serene beaches, wildlife (seals and snow owls, anyone?), swimming areas and trails. And it’s only minutes from downtown Newburyport restaurant and shops. This weekend I visited Plum Island for a walking tour with island expert Bill Sargent. As the author […]