Orange, New Hampshire – I love to hike, but everybody knows that I do not know how to camp. And I certainly don’t know how to live out of my backpack for more than a few hours at a time.…
Kid-friendly Boston on BBC Travel
From the New England Aquarium and Museum of Science to the Boston Harbor islands, local expert Kelley Heyworth shares her picks of the city’s best experiences with children. Welcome to Boston, Massachusetts: hotbed of history, artistic capital, higher education hub…
Know before you go to Boston
Here’s the scene: I’m visiting my future husband’s family in Boston for the first time. His mother asks if I want a tonic. It seems like an odd offer, but it sounds refreshing so I accept. Then she brings me an orange…
Boston on a Budget
Boston is up there on the list of US cities with a high cost of living, which – unfortunately – can also mean a high cost of traveling. The biggest challenge to visiting Boston on a budget is affordable accommodations, as…
Getting Around Boston
Boston is a compact city with ample green space. Most of the sights and attractions are located within an area that is only about 3 sq miles, so Boston is largely navigable on two feet (or two wheels). But when the weather is bad or…
Belize vs Costa Rica
This was a fun one to write. My colleague and I go head to head, debating which is a better travel destination, Belize vs Costa Rica? At any time of year, Central America astounds with its gorgeous beaches, exciting hikes, ancient ruins…
Boston With Kids
Boston is an incredible outdoor interactive museum, perfect for people of all ages to explore. From wandering the historic sites where patriots fought for US independence to studying Boston’s art collections, with elements that are quirky, creepy, funny and funky,…
Best Neighborhoods in Boston
Replete with historic sights, cultural attractions and academic institutions, Boston is a dynamic city with many sides. This is due in part to its patchwork of neighborhoods, each with its own distinct ambiance and attractions. The historic heart of Boston…
Last Day in Anguilla
The Valley, Anguilla – It’s my last day in Anguilla so I made time to visit my local beach at Katouche Bay. Oh. My. Goodness. Look at my beach! And it was definitely mine because there was no one else…
Liquid Glow Night Kayak
Island Harbor, Anguilla – The bay at Island Harbor has a sandy bottom with lots of vegetation, which makes it a favorite territory for sea turtles, as well as stingrays and eagle rays. By day, you can see them coming…