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20 Great US Touristy Attractions…Part 1

20 Great US Touristy Attractions…Part 1

After many years of traveling, I have learned that some tourist attractions are worth every penny, while others leave you wishing you would have spent your money elsewhere. I have compiled a list of ...

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Running into Gillette Stadium: Finish at the 50 5k!

Running into Gillette Stadium: Finish at the 50 5k!

UPDATE: According to their Facebook page, this event was cancelled in 2023. I hope they bring it back one of these days as it was such an incredible experience. I am sure many others would agree ...

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3 Things to do in Fairhaven, Massachusetts

3 Things to do in Fairhaven, Massachusetts

Fairhaven, Massachusetts, settled in 1659, is a small town located in Bristol County. The town shares a harbor with neighboring New Bedford, which is known for its’ whaling and fishing ...

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One of the Top 10 beaches in New England: Sachuest Beach in Middletown, RI

One of the Top 10 beaches in New England: Sachuest Beach in Middletown, RI

Sachuest Beach, also known as Second Beach, is consistently ranked among the Top 10 beaches in New England. If you are looking for a budget friendly alternative to the Newport Mansions, or simply ...

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Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge – Nature, Scenic views, & Serenity

Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge – Nature, Scenic views, & Serenity

Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is a beautiful 242 acre refugee, which occupies a peninsula between the Sakonnet River and Rhode Island Sound. We found this beautiful hidden gem by accident ...

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Slater Memorial Park: Home of the World’s Oldest Looff Stander Carousel

Slater Memorial Park: Home of the World’s Oldest Looff Stander Carousel

Slater Memorial Park, named after Samuel Slater, who built America’s first water powered mill, is the oldest and largest park in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The park is located about 15 minutes ...

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5 things to do in Provincetown, Cape Cod

5 things to do in Provincetown, Cape Cod

Provincetown, the furthest town on Cape Cod, is located on the very tip of the state about 2 hours from Boston. This coastal town, referred to as “P-town” by locals, is home to a ...

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Visiting Provincetown: An afternoon in Cape Cod

Visiting Provincetown: An afternoon in Cape Cod

Yesterday, Mike and I took the 2 and a half hour journey from Fall River over to Provincetown (known as P-Town by locals), which is the last city on the tip of Cape Cod. We mainly wanted to check ...

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CliffWalk Newport – Spectacular Ocean and Mansion Views!

CliffWalk Newport – Spectacular Ocean and Mansion Views!

The most scenic place to take a stroll in beautiful Newport, Rhode Island is Cliffwalk. This scenic 3.5 mile National Recreation Trail runs along the shoreline and the views are amazing. I would say ...

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A Cruise around Newport Harbor & Narragansett Bay

A Cruise around Newport Harbor & Narragansett Bay

Newport, a city on Aquidneck Island in Rhode Island, best known for its’ spectacular mansions, sailing, and scenery, is the perfect weekend destination.  I have visited the city many times ...

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