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A Late Fall Weekend in Newport, Rhode Island

October 20, 2021 ~ mtolia ~ Leave a comment

The dazzling view along Newport's Cliff Walk The little seaside town of Newport, Rhode Island, known as the"Queen of Summer Resorts" is also a wonderful weekend destination in the off-season. During the late 1800's Newport was THE place for America's high society to vacation for the summer to escape the heat of New York, Philadelphia … Continue reading A Late Fall Weekend in Newport, Rhode Island

Face-Off: Boston versus Los Angeles

March 13, 2020March 13, 2020 ~ mtolia ~ Leave a comment

The Hub of the Universe or  Tinsletown ? Which is the better city to visit?   It can be a hard choice! Both Boston and Los Angeles have a tremendous number of ways of having very different travel experiences.  I am a near-native Bostonian but I visit Los Angeles frequently- at least annually for the … Continue reading Face-Off: Boston versus Los Angeles

Five Thrifty New England Winter Weekend Get-Aways

February 11, 2020October 9, 2020 ~ mtolia ~ Leave a comment

It’s February in New England. It’s cold and dark and it’s hard not to allow this time of year to get you down. My best advice for those that don’t care for the cold ? Embrace the season in all its chilliness. A long weekend away really can be a wonderful reset. Here are some … Continue reading Five Thrifty New England Winter Weekend Get-Aways

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This Year’s Family Summer Holiday: England

September 13, 2019September 13, 2019 ~ mtolia ~ Leave a comment

True fact. I write about New England to travel elsewhere. And my favorite place to travel? Most definitely Europe. I first visited Spain and Italy with my family at the age of 14.  As soon as I returned from that trip, I planned my next- to visit my German pen pal Sabine. And the pattern … Continue reading This Year’s Family Summer Holiday: England

New ! 4th Edition of “Day Trips New England” (June 1, 2021)

 

Recent Posts

  • A Late Fall Weekend in Newport, Rhode Island October 20, 2021
  • An Indulgent Rhode Island Coastal Escape at the Weekapaug Inn May 24, 2021
  • A Driving Itinerary for an Epic New England Road Trip (Including Hotel Recommendations) February 24, 2021
  • A Winter Walk at the Arnold Arboretum January 19, 2021
  • Pandemic Winter: Time Outdoors at Mount Auburn Cemetery December 4, 2020

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