A few weeks ago I ventured to Rockport for a pre-season getaway thanks to the generous hosts at Addison Choate! The Rockport area is bursting with Inns and Bed-and-Breakfasts, but Addison Choate is of a completely different breed. Though they do technically offer you a luxurious bed with high-quality linens and a homemade breakfast, the…Read More
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Ipswich, MA Travel Guide
Last month I spent a delightful overnight at Briar Barn Inn in Rowley, Massachusetts. Rowley is situated between Newburyport and Ipswich and this time around I decided to explore the latter. Where to Stay Ipswich is an easy day trip from Boston by car or on the MBTA Commuter Rail, which drops you right in…Read More
Briar Barn Inn
A few weeks ago I spent a couple glorious days in the Ipswich/Rowley area at the Briar Barn Inn. Just an hour from Boston and easily accessibly on the Commuter Rail, the Briar Barn provides a quiet, luxurious escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. It’s conveniently located between Newburyport and Ipswich so…Read More
Portland Harbor Hotel
While visiting Portland for a foodie trip, my friends and I were hosted at the beautiful Portland Harbor Hotel. The hotel has all the upscale amenities of a high-end hotel but with an intimate, boutique feel. The design is particularly unique, the hotel operators worked with local designers, and international vendors, to create products that…Read More
Portland Food Getaway
Last week I fled the election chaos with a few friends to visit Portland, Maine for a food-centric getaway. Portland provides a perfect balance between peaceful respite and energetic city. There’s a lot to do (and eat) but it’s not so chaotic that you go home exhausted. Where to Stay We were hosted by the…Read More
Hob Knob Martha’s Vineyard
While visiting Martha’s Vineyard two weeks ago I had the pleasure of staying at Hob Knob, a luxury boutique property just steps from downtown Edgartown. One of the beauties of Martha’s Vineyard is how it has retained its natural beauty and rich history, creating an oasis in a contemporary, consumer driven world. This is especially…Read More