Rhode Island was on my list for one thing and one thing only: the Rhode Island School of Design. Since the day I switched to design, I have been reading about RISD, the innovative ideas that originated here, the artists and designers who trained here. It is kind of a Mecca for designers, so during my New England trip, I had to pick Providence.
Stowe may be Vermont’s fall foliage superstar, but it is not the only place to experience a beautiful autumn getaway. With peak season arriving early, hotel prices rising, and northern Vermont requiring a longer drive, I decided to explore a more affordable and often overlooked corner of the state: Brattleboro in southern Vermont.
If you’re looking for ideas for seeing fall colors in New Hampshire without an extensive drive, this blog post is for you. I experienced the magic of fall in southern New Hampshire, and it was absolutely stunning, just an hour’s drive from Boston.
If you are planning a day excursion to Portland, Maine, from Boston, this post covers how I made the most of roughly eight hours in the city. My itinerary included Old Port, a Maine potato doughnut, Portland’s working waterfront, Peaks Island, fresh lobster, and Portland Head Light, along with practical tips for exploring without a car.
If you’re visiting New Haven and looking for ideas on how to spend a day in this beautiful coastal city, this post is just for you. I’m sharing everything I did on my trip to New Haven, including some amazing eateries and things to do both indoors and outdoors. You’ll soon see why I put an emphasis on indoor activities.
