Zoo New England is one of 2 zoos located near Boston. The 72 acre zoo is one of the largest in New England. It opened in 1912, making it Boston’s oldest zoo. When it first opened, the first official exhibits were an aviary and bear dens. The bear dens used to be a major attraction […]

Niagara Falls is a fantastic place to take a summer trip. Even though this is the busiest time of the year, you will be able to take full advantage of the water based attractions in the sunny, warm weather. Seeing one of the largest falls in the world is definitely an awe-inspiring experience. I ...

Lincoln Woods State Park is a beautiful Rhode Island state park located just a short drive from Providence (~20min). Summer activities at Lincoln Woods include: hiking, jogging, fishing, picnicking, and swimming at the beach. The highlight here is the gorgeous covered bridge (pictured above) ...

Blue Hills Reservation is a 7000 acre park located just a short drive away from Boston. During the summer months, hiking, swimming, and mountain biking are the predominant activities. Mike and I saw the sign for this reservation on a trip home from Boston and decided to check it out. Although we ...

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 Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge by accident while looking for a beach in the area. It is located right down the road. I am glad ...

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 from Providence, making it an ideal daytime recreational destination. In 1976, Slater Park was added ...

The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University, located in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, is the oldest public arboretum in the country. At this beautiful free public space, you will find 281 scenic acres of trees and shrubs. There are hundreds of different varieties of ...

Waterfire is a popular artistic event taking place in Providence, Rhode Island during the summer and early fall months. This event takes place in downtown Providence at WaterPlace Park. Over 80 bonfires are lit on the river on an award-winning sculpture created by artist Barnaby Evans. Now going ...

Southern California is one of my favorite year-round vacation destinations. Beautiful weather, amazing beaches, and plenty of waterfront attractions place it high on my list for summer fun and recreation. Offering a plethora of fun, scenic, and more often than not, completely free things to do, a ...

Chicago is one of the best summer cities! There are so many events, festivals, and beautiful places to explore, making it the ideal summer destination city. Having once lived in Chicago for over 20 years, I have had plenty of summer adventures over the years. Whether you are in a mood for fitness, ...