Donna Leon essays like letters from a friend overseas
By David Lyon, Globe Correspondent I have always been fond of fiction writers who are grounded in a certain place. Indeed, I think that their......
Mandarin Oriental New York debuts new Suite 5000
The way of luxury suites is getting more luxurious. Last week I told you about the new signature suites at New York's The Plaza......
Cold weather, great skiing and snowstorm Electra?
Cold snowmaking temps and snow flurries all week have New England ski resorts prime for weekend ski time! In addition to new terrain opening up,......
New England’s Top 8 Weird Roadside Landmarks
Here, in no particular order, are eight weird roadside monoliths that are enormous enough to make you grab for your camera and e-mail photos to friends.
Disney cruise ship gets a makeover
The Disney Magic, the first ship in Disney’s 15-year-old cruise line, recently underwent a five-week makeover that puts in a class with the most interactive ships on the seas.
Take a tour of the Massachusetts Tavern Trail
If you would like to imbibe a little of the Spirit of ’76 yourself, here are 10 Massachusetts taverns to explore.
Ten things you might not know about the city of Boston
Students from around the globe, welcome to Boston.
Ten great burger spots
Each New England spot is well worth the trip.
Speak like a Bostonian
We’ll give you a warning: the phrase “Pahk your cah in Hahvahd Yahd” normally goes over about as well as wearing an Alex Rodriguez jersey to the local watering hole
Lobster roll spots around New England
From Massachusetts to Maine, each state has its own top spots to score this seafood-filled sandwich.
25 things to do in Boston this winter for under $25
Even if you’re on a strict budget. Grab your coat and get out. Here are 25 things to check out this winter, all $25 or less.
New England New Year’s hotel packages
Whether you are planning a visit to Boston for the First Night celebration or trekking around New England to ring in the new year, many hotels have special packages for the holiday.
Holiday events around New England
From making your own candy canes to taking a wintry sleigh ride, here’s a round-up of some of the best holiday events in New England.
Ten destinations on the rise
Bar Harbor, Maine was among TripAdvisor’s Top 10 Destinations on the Rise in the U.S., a list that highlighted spots around the country and the world that have seen the greatest increase in positive traveler feedback over the past year.
The best and worst of Boston
Here’s where Boston finished in a variety of categories of Travel and Leisure’s annual “America’s Favorite Cities” survey.
25 New England gift ideas
Here are 24 New England-specific items that won’t only support the local economy, but make great gifts for the holidays as well.
Shop outside the box
Now’s the time to get creative with gift certificates for New England travel experiences that your friends and family can look forward to
Nine gifts for the traveler on your list
Got someone on your list who's always on the go? Consider one of the following travelling gifts this holiday season.
Top destinations and guides
New England
Now matter the season, New England shines in a variety of beauty, activity, and food.
Boston
Whether you’re new to the city, or have been here all your life, there’s always something new worth discovering.
Cape Cod
Explore the natural wonder of Massachusetts’ vacation treasure.
Martha’s Vineyard
Whether relaxing on the beach, shopping, or just grabbing a lobster dinner, the Vineyard is a worthy escape.
Nantucket
Retreat and relax on this popular summertime escape any time of the year.
Outdoor adventure
From hiking the mountains to biking the trails of the Vineyard, discover how to make the most of the outdoors.
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Globe photographer Essdras M. Suarez headed to Africa to photograph a safari through the savannahs of Kenya and Tanzania.
‘Frozen’ sculptures at the Snow & Ice Sculpture Festival in Bruges, Belgium
Artists from all over the world made sculptures out of 250 tons of ice.
Beauty in the eye of the beholder
If you’re looking for something less typical than your avereage “mani-pedi,” get inspired by these bizarre beauty treatments from around the world.
Go here, not there in Boston
9 tourist traps Bostonians should revisit
Maybe locals should shed the stigmas and immerse themselves in some of the most defining attractions this city has.
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