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The 5 Best Outdoorsy Towns to Explore in Massachusetts

Discover the small towns where breathtaking landscapes, local charm, and unforgettable outdoor recreation go hand in hand.

by Kim Falchek
on Jun 20
A woman with a walking stick stands on a rock and looks out atop Monument Mountain in Great Barrington, MA.
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Instead of Kennebunkport, This Massachusetts Town is Where You Should Take Your Next Trip

by Lynnette Nicholas
on Jun 18
An image of boats floating in the Cape Cod Bay on a sunny day.
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This Walkable Coastal City in Massachusetts Is a Must-Visit Gem

by Melissa Mahoney
on Jun 9
aerial shot of cambridge massachusetts
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One of Massachusetts’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Charlie Boyle
on May 16
Easthampton, MA is seen from above with the red brick church seen prominently.
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This Little-Known Waterfront Village Is One of the Most Charming in Massachusetts

by Jasmine Vieau
on Apr 14
Onset Beach in Wareham, Massachusetts with sweeping waterfront views toward the pier and village.

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Why Travelers Are Falling for This Small Historic Town in Massachusetts

Step into a historic Massachusetts town where rich history and some delicious eats are winning over visitors.

by Kim Falchek
on Mar 28
An exterior view of the historic Burnham house in Essex, MA reflecting in the water.
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Road Trips

This Country Store in Massachusetts Is One of the Best Road Trip Stops You’ve Never Considered

Petersham's Country Store is the perfect Quabbin Reservoir road trip stop.

by Kim Falchek
on Mar 19
An interior view of the Country Store, a quaint road trip stop in Petersham, Massachusetts.
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Amherst, Massachusetts Is a Literary Pilgrimage for Fans of Emily Dickinson 

Looking to discover more about the mysterious poet Emily Dickinson? Visit her home in Amherst.

by Charlie Boyle
on Mar 17
A college campus full of red brick buildings is blanketed by snow with hills in the background.
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Small Towns

The Historic Massachusetts Town Locals Hope Stays Off Tourists’ Radar

There's a hidden historic town in Massachusetts, only a short trip from Boston. A day in Saugus is like traveling through the story of the Bay State.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Mar 12
A close-up of an old mill at a historic ironworks in Saugus, MA.
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Day Trips

The 5 Most Colorful Places You Can Find in Massachusetts

These 5 vibrant Massachusetts attractions are sure to brighten any day.

by Kim Falchek
on Mar 2
Colorful tulips in front of the George Washington statue in the Boston Public Garden in Boston, MA.