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The Queen of the Beach Read Can’t Put Down Her Pen

Elin Hilderbrand announced her retirement in 2021, then published seven more books, sold nine to Hollywood, and kept writing by hand every morning. So why can’t Nantucket’s most synonymous resident just say goodbye?


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A Weekend Traveler’s Guide to New Hampshire’s Lakes Region

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18 Must-Visit Restaurants in Portland, Maine

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The Governor Bradford Is Back—and Provincetown Can Exhale


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So, You Want to Live in Provincetown?

At the tip of Cape Cod, this artsy beach town is a real-life escape from the real world. Just be prepared to put up the big bucks—and put in a little work.

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20 Must-Try Restaurants in Provincetown

The seaside haven at the end of the world lures with raw bars, perfect pizzas, and all the frosé you can handle. 

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A Weekend Traveler’s Guide to New Hampshire’s Lakes Region

Whether you want to bike the fabled Kancamagus Highway, poke around a twee little town, or simply dangle your feet over a dock, this area is a slice of Americana as tempting as apple pie.

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18 Must-Visit Restaurants in Portland, Maine

Where to find oysters, Tex-Mex, Belgian-style fries, souvlaki, and more in one of New England’s best food cities.

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Elin Hilderbrand’s Very Long Goodbye

Nantucket’s most synonymous resident announced her retirement in 2021, then published seven more books, sold nine to Hollywood, and kept writing by hand every morning. So why can’t the Queen of the Beach Read put down the pen?

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A Lovely New Cottage Brings Light to an Old Truro Foundation

Architect Nick Waldman thoughtfully rebuilt this Cape Cod two-bedroom to feel like it’d been here all along—cedar shingles, marsh views, and all.


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Life’s too short to stay put. Explore New England and beyond with our weekly highlights.

A Bostonian’s Guide to the White Mountains

A Bostonian’s Guide to the White Mountains

A choose-your-adventure tour of the winding trails, mirror-like lakes, and the highest peak in the northeast.


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The Nantucket Book Festival Will Send You Home Feeling Better About the World

Ann Patchett, Jenna Bush Hager, Richard Russo head to the 48-square-mile island to help celebrate the island event’s 15th anniversary.

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The Governor Bradford Is Back—and Provincetown Can Exhale

Familiar faces bring “grandma’s cooking” bites like chicken pot pie croquettes to a stalwart spot, now under new management (again).

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How to Spend a Weekend in Chatham, Cape Cod

When it comes to quintessential summer days, all roads lead to this Lower Cape town.

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Five Wonderful, Wild, and Hyper-Local Dishes of Southeastern Massachusetts

From the wonderful wonderful Awful Awful to the soft-meets-crunchy chow mein sandwich, these regional icons are worth a trip to the South Coast.

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The 2026 New England Travel Awards: Nominate Your Favorites

Tell us your favorite resorts, festivals, and destinations across the region.

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Plan the Perfect Winter Weekend: 5 Tips for Family-Friendly Holiday Fun

Plan the Perfect Winter Weekend: 5 Tips for Family-Friendly Holiday Fun

You don't have to leave the state for an ideal winter oasis. Central Massachusetts is the perfect place for holiday shows, light displays, and family fun.

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A New England Traveler’s Guide to Porto, Portugal

North of Lisbon, the coastal city is having a moment. Book a flight now before everyone else figures it out.

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Seven Must-Try New Restaurants around New England

Dig into a summer-camp-themed seafood spot, a luxe tasting menu in Providence, and so much Portuguese food.

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Why Is Everyone So Obsessed with Nantucket Right Now?

Cocaine in the wastewater. Billionaires fighting over a clam shack. A Christmas brawl that landed on TMZ. Why can’t we look away when something happens on the island?

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Nantucket Boutique Birdie Soars with Color, Craft, and Island Charm

Interior designer Nina Liddle brings her discerning eye to retail, debuting a retail space filled with vibrant finds.

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