Boston, Mass – I have always said that Boston sports fans take the “fanatic” part of their job seriously. And I always encourage guidebook readers to go to a game to experience this energy first-hand. If you can’t make it…
Young Jack at the JFK Library
Boston, Mass – Lots to see at the John F Kennedy Presidential Library. I have been there many times, but I always learn something new. Exhibits address nearly every aspect of the JFK presidency, including an excellent overview of the…
How Do You See the World?
Boston, Mass – I am excited that I will be spending the next several months working on a series of guidebooks about Boston and New England, revisiting all the old favorite places and discovering some new ones. I always appreciate…
The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Boston this Winter
A series celebrating the joys of Boston in winter Boston, Mass – When the temperature drops, what’s the best way to warm the body and soothe the soul? Indulge in a delicious meal. Bostonian chefs and restaurateurs know how to…
11 Best Things to Do in Boston in Winter
A series celebrating the joys of Boston in winter Boston, Mass – Bostonians aren’t afraid of a little weather. When winter comes to New England, locals bundle up and embrace the season. Whether you prefer to go outside and play or…
Boston’s Winter Culture
First in a series celebrating the joys of winter in Boston Boston, Mass – It was a treat to research and write a series of articles for Meet Boston about visiting Boston during the colder months. Here is the first…
Cozy Cabins for Fall
Fall brings shorter days and cooler temperatures – and the undeniable urge to get cozy. Hunker down for a weekend (or longer) in one of these incredible cabins, which offer the ultimate combination of indulgent amenities, striking architecture and spectacular…
Guidebook Updates
Somerville, Mass – I arrived home from Mexico to find these updated Lonely Planet guidebooks on my doorstep. These three titles – Boston, Pocket Boston and New England guidebook updates – occupied most of the first half of last year,…
A Tale of Two Theaters
You would think – after 14 years – I would know what works and what doesn’t work. But the joy and frustration of traveling with kids is that it is unpredictable! I have always said that every new destination presents…
Boston vs Philadelphia
I go head to head with my Philly-based colleague to help you decide which city is best to visit: Boston vs Philadelphia. When I first moved to Boston, I thought I had landed in the smartest place on the planet.…