Posts in Category: recreation | Top Ten Travel List

The Magnificent Redwood Trees of California

Seeing the beautiful redwoods of California should be tops on any nature lover’s bucket list in my opinion. These trees can reach a stunning height of 300-500 ft according to the NPS. They are ...

Cape Cod Rail Trail – 22 Miles of Gorgeous New England Forest Views

Mike and I have been checking out a lot of great bike trails since moving to Massachusetts. This area really is a dream for anyone who loves cycling. The Cape Cod Rail Trail is a beautiful 22 mile ...

Peaceful Hiking at Breakheart Reservation in Massachusetts

Living in the Boston metro area, there is always a beautiful place to hike, no matter the season. Since moving here, Mike and I have been exploring the big recreational areas near the city and also ...

Attraction of the Week: The Gorgeous Virginia Beach Boardwalk

The Virginia Beach boardwalk is a beautiful 3 mile stretch of land along the Atlantic Ocean. Mike and I recently took a vacation to the area over spring break. Riding our bikes along this beautiful ...

Best Western Plus Oceanfront in Virginia Beach: An Affordable Getaway on the Atlantic

UPDATE: This property is now closed. Mike and I planned a quick getaway from Boston to Virginia Beach to enjoy a little spring break getaway. We really need a break from the unending cold and dreary ...

The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is a top rated aquarium located just a quick drive from the beach. It is a great daytime destination for anyone vacationing in the area as it is ...

A Picturesque Cruise along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk

Mike and I recently took a vacation to Virginia Beach. It was a long drive from Boston, but we loved the beautiful beachfront biking path. The 3 mile long Virginia Beach boardwalk features a ...

Pilgrim Memorial State Park & the Plymouth Waterfront

Last weekend, Mike and I decided to take a drive over to Plymouth for a stroll along the waterfront. This was our first time back in several years, so we decided to head over to explore some history ...

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 ...