Explore a ‘Modern Medieval’ Castle on a Day Trip From Boston, Massachusetts
A full-blown medieval castle complete with rare, authentic old-world artefacts perched on the New England shores? If you are looking for one of the more unusual day trips from Boston, Massachusetts, make the half hour drive to Gloucester to discover Hammond Castle, a hidden gem that will have you thinking more about King Arthur and medieval knights than lobster rolls and clam digging. This...
A Vintage Christmas to Remember in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Forget those cheesy Christmas romance movies that have been playing since November (you know, the ones that are set in a small town with fake snow and feature a romance between two reunited high school 'frenemies'). If you want to fall in love with a small town where the snow is as real as the welcome and the holiday charm is equally genuine, head to Portsmouth, New Hampshire. After experiencing...
What to do in Joshua Tree, California
There is something about deserts that fascinates people. Whether it is the vast, alien landscapes or the sheer challenge of surviving in an extreme environment, these extreme places seem to spark the imagination and attract the curious. Joshua Tree, California, is one of these destinations, a small desert town that has attracted movie stars and musicians, hippies and artists, adventurers and conservationists. And despite its small size, visitors who come here soon discover that the options for what to do in Joshua Tree are as unique and varied as the twisted trees after which the town is named.