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What to Pack for New England Winter Getaways (Plus Winter Things to Do in New England)

November 4, 2021January 3, 2020 by Jackie Gately

Ultimate Packing Checklist for Winter in New England

If you’re wondering what to pack for New England winter getaways, take it from a local: you’d better be prepared. While winter offers gorgeous, dramatic scenes worthy of Ansel Adams’ photography, when temperatures drop, it literally takes your breath away.

I’ve created this Ultimate Packing Checklist for Winter in New England to tell you everything you’ll need to bring.

Whether you plan to explore New England’s photographic beauty, snuggle up by the fire, or enjoy winter sports, don’t miss the printable packing checklist download to make packing easy for your New England winter getaways. Bonus: It even covers survival gear.)

Romantic North End Seafood Restaurant Celebrates Feast of the 7 Fishes

June 24, 2022December 5, 2019 by Jackie Gately

Il Molo Baked Lobster 1 | Enjoy Travel Life

As you navigate the narrow waterfront streets of Boston’s “Little Italy,” you could easily overlook il Molo. But you won’t want to miss it, especially if you love fresh seafood.

Once you experience this romantic North End Seafood Restaurant, it may just become one of your favorite places to eat in Boston.

I had the recent pleasure of being hosted at Il Molo on my birthday. Read on to hear about our dining experience.

You’ll also learn a bit about the North End of Boston and an Italian Christmas Dinner tradition served Christmas Eve known as the “Feast of the Seven Fishes.”

Editor’s note: We updated this article in June 2022 to keep it up to date.

Awesome Cape Cod Family Resort in Dennis | Fun for All

April 23, 2023October 25, 2019 by Jackie Gately

Sesuit Harbor House Dennis MA | Enjoy Travel Life

Sesuit Harbor House Lodging

I explored the charming town of Dennis, Massachusetts and discovered miles of soft-sand beaches, delicious fine and casual dining options, and a friendly New England community within Barnstable County. I stayed at Sesuit Harbor House, a Cape Cod family resort that was a pleasure to call home for the weekend.

Holiday Happenings in Boston at Mandarin Oriental & Bar Boulud

October 9, 2021October 23, 2019 by Jackie Gately

Let the Holiday Celebrations Begin!

The Mandarin Oriental Boston is hosting an array of Holiday Happenings in Boston that appeals to all ages. The festivities celebrate the season true to the hotel’s legendary hospitality, refined taste, and culinary excellence.

Best Seafood Restaurant in Brunswick Maine

April 28, 2022October 20, 2019 by Jackie Gately

Peppers Landing Seafood Brunswick ME 2 | Enjoy Travel Life

Where to go in Brunswick ME for Seafood

I love discovering great places to eat amidst a sea of overpriced dining and chain restaurants when I’m on the coast. There’s a good selection of dining options in Brunswick, Maine’s downtown. But we were looking for a hidden gem. And that’s exactly what we found at Pepper’s Landing. In fact, we may have found the best seafood restaurant in Brunswick Maine.

Your Packing Checklist for Fall in New England

February 25, 2023October 15, 2019 by Jackie Gately

Planning a Fall trip to New England? Autumn is a season that sneaks up on you in New England. One minute, you’re frolicking in beach waves along the coastline; the next, you’re wrapping a fleece blanket to your nose. You’ll be better prepared once you check out our “Packing checklist for fall in New England,” …

Where to Stay in Boston: Mandarin Oriental

August 8, 2023October 13, 2019 by Jackie Gately

Mandarin Oriental Boston Reception | Enjoy Travel Life

Luxury Boston Hotel Delights the Senses

I was deciding where to stay in Boston for a conference when I became utterly enchanted by Mandarin Oriental Boston. My senses were uplifted by an intoxicating fragrance the moment I stepped through the door at 776 Boylston Street. The scent placed somewhere between freshly baked cookies and the luscious center of a fragrant rose. It begged me to stay.

Discover Waterfront Luxury at this Bed and Breakfast in Falmouth MA

July 20, 2023June 10, 2019 by Jackie Gately

Bed and Breakfast in Falmouth Vineyard Sound | Enjoy Travel Life

Falmouth Massachusetts is one of the best destinations on Cape Cod. Situated on the southern coast of what’s called the “Upper Cape,” it boasts multiple inlets that create miles and miles of coastal access, beautiful beaches, and waterfront properties along the Atlantic Ocean. That’s just one reason I loved staying at Inn on the Sound, a luxurious bed and breakfast in Falmouth.

Red Lion Inn Restaurant Review: Fine Dining in the Beautiful Berkshires

April 23, 2023April 12, 2019 by Jackie Gately

The Red Lion Inn Restaurant Chicken Pot Pie | Enjoy Travel Life

The Red Lion Inn restaurant in Stockbridge MA is an excellent choice for fine dining in the Berkshires. Elegant without being stuffy, it is in the heart of a charming New England downtown alongside interesting little shops full of character and interest. Read on for a review of our family dining experience at what we …

10 Reasons To Love the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge Mass.

April 23, 2023March 6, 2019 by Jackie Gately

Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge MA Interior

We took a day trip to Western Massachusetts to visit the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge MA. Just over two hours from Boston, the museum holds the world’s largest collection of original Norman Rockwell art. It is home to hundreds of the artist’s original paintings, This includes the famous Norman Rockwell self-portrait (“Triple Self-Portrait”), the “Four Freedoms,” and “The Runaway.” In addition, the museum showcases the complete Rockwell series of Saturday Evening Post covers and Rockwell memorabilia.