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Fall River Heritage State Park: Fantastic Views of the Taunton River

As a resident of Fall River for the past few years, I have regularly used the beautiful boardwalk at Fall River Heritage State Park for my 5k training. I can jog right over from my apartment and ...

Copicut Woods – A Rustic Escape in Fall River, Massachusetts

We have been visiting a lot of the local preserves and parks around southeast Massachusetts since moving to Fall River. One of our favorites is Myles Standish State Park in Carver. Sometimes, when ...

My Favorite Walt Disney World Rides & Attractions

As we head into the spring and summer months, we hear of more and more people booking their trips to Walt Disney World. While I did not take my first vacation here until my late 20’s, I have ...

Jamestown Island, Rhode Island: The Search for Sea Glass

Newport, Rhode Island is one of my favorite quick getaways from Southeast Massachusetts. There is lots of history to explore, wonderful local restaurants, and beautiful beaches. On a recent cruise, ...

Myles Standish State Forest – Hiking in Southeast Massachusetts

Myles Standish State Forest is a large & beautiful state forest located in Southeastern Massachusetts, about 45 minutes south of Boston, in the towns of Plymouth and Carver. There are plenty of ...

Ice skating in Providence, Rhode Island: Better than Boston’s Frog Pond

Providence offers a number of fun ways to beat the winter blues. Winter sports are a great way to get outside and burn some calories, plus skating really warms you up. I have been skating for ...

Islesboro, Maine: A Peaceful Retreat Away from the Mainland

Islesboro, a tiny island located off the coast of Maine, is only accessible via ferry from Lincolnville, Maine. I had the very unique opportunity to live in this popular summer colony a few years ...

Southern California Beaches: The Best Beaches of LA & Orange County

Update: I’ve explored a lot more in Southern California since initially writing this post. Please check out my Socal tourist vacation guide for more info on the best beaches, mountain hiking ...

My Favorite Touristy Hiking Destinations

Update: I’ve done so much more hiking since originally writing this article. A few other fantastic hiking destinations I’ve lived in recently include: Flagstaff (a gorgeous 4 season ...

Spring Break Travel: My Favorite Quiet Spring Break Destinations

Are you planning a spring getaway? You could travel to a popular warm weather hotspot or you could visit a quieter natural destination for more peace and relaxation. I have come up with a few ideas ...