Travel

For this year’s holiday issue Travel Advisory, I decided to pack up the car and head west to the Massachusetts Berkshires. 

You don’t have to fight the crowds in California’s Napa Valley or hop a plane to Bordeaux to visit world-class wineries. Several excellent vineyards lie just north of the Vermont border in Quebec’s Brome-Missisquoi region…

One of New Englanders’ favorite summer vacation destinations, the beautiful island of  Bermuda — a tropical paradise known for its history, gorgeous pink-sand beaches, delicious cuisine…

Timeshares are one of the more well-known and, perhaps, complex vacation options. Many of you have probably heard of timeshares, but the underlying components of the…

The first time I visited the Provincetown area of Cape Cod, also known as the Outer Cape, was in 1990. I was 19 years old….

Taking advantage of southern Maine’s popular beaches and hiking spots before the tourist season is in full swing makes for a relaxing and memorable getaway,…

Enjoy Traditional Irish Hospitality Just Steps Away From Times Square. The Irish are legendary for their hospitality. Ireland’s age-old tradition of welcoming strangers begins around…

In the nearly eight years that I’ve been writing this column, I’ve had several readers tell me they love reading about beautiful hotels and interesting…

Although many people don’t think of it, January and February can be ideal months to travel locally.  You can get great deals on hotel rates,…

The Red Lion Inn makes for a wonderful getaway any time of year, but for many guests, it’s during the holiday season that the Red Lion is at its best.

Freeport, Maine, and the Harraseeket Inn Most of us know Freeport, Maine, as the home of L.L. Bean or as the site of all the…

It’s not easy being an arrogant American. We think we are the best at everything, but given the successes we have achieved, we tend to…