The Connecticut Wine Trail carries a tremendous variety of wine styles and stunning scenery as you meander through this beautiful state at any given time of the year. The trail has a collection of over 40 vineyards and wineries statewide. And while I wish I could visit them all during my time here in New…
The Rhode Island Division operates along the Old Colony Railroad, built in 1862. The rails meander alongside spectacular Narragansett Bay offering riders views of Jamestown, the Mount Hope Bridge, Hog Island Lighthouse, and coastal woodlands. Yet, this isn’t the typical riding the rails scenario you’re probably thinking of.. seated comfortably in a cushioned seat and…
Resting peacefully between some trees and situated above the noise of traffic and passing pedestrians, rests a beautiful historic home. It was the home of Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain) and his family from 1874-1891. Clemens wrote many of his best known works there including: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, The Prince and the Pauper, Life…
Groton is a town in New London County, Connecticut, located on the Thames River. It is home to General Dynamics Electric Boat, which is the major contractor for submarine work for the United States Navy. Groton is sometimes referred to as the “Submarine Capitol of the World” due to the long-standing history of submarines in…
East Haddam was never a sought after destination, but quickly became one after I first stumbled across this town while driving through. The winding country roads showcase historic homes, scenic river views are plentiful, and charming historic businesses can be seen scattered around. And of course, as a New England town, it wouldn’t be complete…
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