24 articles tagged with new england travel
G'day, adventure seekers! I've just returned from a ripper of a trip to Newport, Vermont, where Lake Memphremagog stole my engineering heart. This 27-mile glacial lake stretching into Canada isn't just a tongue-twister (mem-free-MAY-gog, if you're wondering) – it's a...
There's something about small capitals that speaks to my soul. Perhaps it's the way they balance official grandeur with intimate community spaces, creating a visual dialogue between power and everyday life. Montpelier, Vermont – America's smallest state capital with just...
As someone who spends their days designing sustainable energy systems for urban environments, I find myself drawn to places where human ingenuity and history intersect. Dover, New Hampshire might not make most travelers' bucket lists, but this unassuming New England...
The ferry's wake faded behind us as Block Island emerged from the morning mist, its undulating green landscape promising adventure. As a marine biologist who's cycled coastlines from Okinawa to Sardinia, I've developed a particular fondness for exploring island ecosystems...
Standing in the shadow of Boston's metropolitan allure, Brockton, Massachusetts holds a quiet power that resonates with those seeking authentic American narratives. As someone who has spent years documenting cultural identity across continents, I found unexpected kinship in this working-class...
The rhythmic crashing of waves against New England's rocky coastline has always reminded me of home—both my childhood Bangalore beaches and my adopted Scottish shores. But this winter weekend found me far from both, exploring a destination that rarely makes...
When I tell colleagues I'm heading to Woonsocket for a weekend of nightlife exploration, their reactions typically range from mild confusion to outright skepticism. This former textile manufacturing hub in northern Rhode Island has long flown under the radar of...
There's something deeply nourishing about connecting with a place through its local artisans and small businesses. St. Albans—this charming Vermont town nestled just south of the Canadian border—has become my unexpected shopping sanctuary whenever I need to reset. Far from...
After analyzing dozens of potential domestic getaways that offer the perfect balance of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and walkable urban environments, Burlington emerged as the clear statistical winner for my summer sabbatical. This compact lakeside city—with its vibrant pedestrian marketplace,...