Massachusetts

Exploring Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Massachusetts

Christened in 1602 by British explorer Bartholomew Gosnold in honour of his daughter, Martha’s Vineyard is no longer covered in wild grapes. Today, it’s an island of beautiful beaches, woods, farmland, cranberry bogs, charming inns and tourists, distinguished from neighbouring Nantucket by its proximity to the mainland and its Cape Cod-like variety of landscapes and communities.

The Most Underrated City: Boston

One of the most underrated cities to vacation in is Boston, Massachusetts. You’re probably already getting visions of wind-burned faces, ravenous sports fans, and Ben Affleck. But Boston has more to offer than that. From historic sites to the Arts to great food to enthusiastic fans of some of the best sports teams in the country, this great city is a city like no other.

Berkshire Summer Festivals Lenox, Massachusetts

When warm weather sets in, performing artists from New York, Boston and the rest of the world find their way to the Berkshires, where the life of the mind flourishes among the rolling, wooded hills of western Massachusetts. The Tanglewood Music Festival is the Berkshires’ pre-eminent event. The summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, …

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Top Ten Gardens and Arboretums

Nature lovers will find much to explore at America’s colorful and diverse gardens and arboretums. 1. Denver Botanic Gardens and its two satellite locations offer a range of experiences for plant lovers, from alpine tundra at Mount Goliath to plants from around the globe at the York Street gardens. 2. The 446-acre U.S. National Arboretum …

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Top Ten Food & Wine Experiences in the USA

Food and wine enthusiasts will find that every part of the U.S. boasts memorable dining experiences. Here are some ideas to get you started on your culinary journey: 1. Mingle with chefs and food lovers at one of New York City’s more than 50 Greenmarkets. Union Square’s market is the biggest, with produce, meats and …

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