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Spring and summer food festivals

From lobsters and scallops to garlic and rhubarb, spring and summer are times for a variety of tastes in New England, highlighted by the dozens of food festivals taking place across the region during the coming months.

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Solidifying the notion that luxury knows no limits, luxury hotel group Ritz-Carlton debuted its long-awaited...

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TV best sandwich contest snubs Mass.

Adam (sure I'll eat that Scotch bonnet-studded side of beef and that pound of curly fries) Richman is hosting a new Travel Channel show/contest...

Bird-watching at Mount Auburn Cemetery

Mount Auburn Cemetery is a haven for birdwatchers and avian enthusiasts. From various warblers to Great Horned Owls, here are a few of the feathered friends you may see there.

Jay Peak's Pump House

The Pump House is an enormous, visually stimulating attraction, featuring four tubed water slides, a surfing pool, rock-climbing wall, and kiddie area.

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A trend is emerging to free us from this constant communication: the unplugged vacation. So step away from the keyboard. Power down your phone. At the following destinations, getting unplugged has never been easier.

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Must-have gadgets for travelers

Some of the following gadgets and technology may make your adventures easier . . . more relaxing . . . more fun.

Know-it-all New England concierges offer tips

Concierges from eight New England hotels recommend where to eat and drink, what to do, and a wild-card pick worth seeking out.

10 spring hikes in New Hampshire

Spring is a great time to hike through New Hampshire's natural wonders. Here are 10 hikes on some of the state's most popular trails.

Ten New England road races

Whether covered bridges and lighthouses or quintessential Main Streets and village greens, these races offer a slice of New England.

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After two days of surfing, shopping, biking, power boating, and cruising the beaches, things were “epic.’’ That’s good.

Nine sheepshearing festivals in New England

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Titanic travel destinations

Odds are that you won't be able to get up close to the Titanic on the 100th anniversary of the ship's demise in the North Atlantic, but there are plenty of ways to travel and experience the centennial this April.

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Budget getaways in New England

Spring is the best in New England for finding travel bargains. Stuck between ski and beach seasons, hotels tend to slash their rates and restaurants start creatively filling up their specials boards.

Boston's best hotel pools

Hanging out poolside at these Boston area hotels certainly has its perks. Here are some of the best to dive in after you check in.

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25 things to do under $25

Grab your coat; here are 25 things to check out this spring in Boston, all $25 or less.

Best and worst of Boston

Boston gets high marks from visitors for its classical music, culture, and history. But the grades for local barbecue, friendliness, and weather weren't so kind.

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Fashion plus function

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