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The Ultimate Boston Bucket List

November 8, 2016 By Jen Ambrose 12 Comments

Boston, Massachusetts, is a popular travel destination in New England, and there are plenty of things to do in the city. After living there for four years, we created this bucket list to give you a local perspective for your next trip. Click to read about the city’s museums, markets, theatre, sports, breweries, outdoors activities, and more.

Whether you’re a native Bostonian looking for adventure, a newly relocated student wanting to explore your new home, or a first-time visitor to the city, this bucket list will help you make the most of everything Boston has to offer.

Filed Under: Massachusetts, North America, U.S. Tagged With: Boston, New England

King (or Queen) of the Mountain: How to Stay at a Forest Service Cabin

October 18, 2016 By Ryan Victor 6 Comments

Want a unique camping experience or just unusual accommodations in the U.S.? Here's how to rent a decommissioned fire lookout, ranger station, or Forest Service cabin in a national forest.

Looking for a unique camping experience? Leave your tent at home, and rent a decommissioned fire lookout or Forest Ranger station for the night.

Filed Under: Accommodations, Camping, Nature and Outdoors, North America, U.S.

A Beer Lover’s Guide to Craft Breweries in Boston

October 11, 2016 By Ryan Victor 24 Comments

Boston, Massachusetts, has a great craft beer scene, with three popular breweries in the city proper: Sam Adams, Harpoon, and Trillium. Next time you travel to Boston, be sure to take a brewery tour, get free beer samples, or pick up some small-batch microbrews.

If you’re a beer lover in Boston, visiting a craft brewery is a must. Ryan went to all eleven microbreweries in Boston proper, and this guide includes highlights on each one and tips for making the most of your visits.

Filed Under: Foodie Travel, Massachusetts, North America, U.S. Tagged With: Boston, craft breweries, New England

Hiking Away from the Crowds: Maine’s Cutler Coast

August 4, 2016 By Ryan Victor 5 Comments

Cutler Coast in Maine is one of Ryan’s favorite spots for hiking. If you’re looking for some peace and quiet, you’ll love it, too! Click for details on planning your hike.

It’s certainly not the best-known destination in New England, but Cutler Coast in Maine is one of Ryan’s favorite places to hike – and to get away from it all.

Filed Under: Hiking, Maine, Nature and Outdoors, North America, Off the Beaten Path, U.S. Tagged With: New England

Paddling through History: A Kayak Tour of the Boston Harbor Islands

May 26, 2016 By Ryan Victor 4 Comments

Boston Harbor is full of history and ripe for exploration. There’s no better way to get up close and personal with the islands’ history – and with nature – than an independent kayak tour.

Filed Under: Kayaking, Massachusetts, Nature and Outdoors, North America, U.S. Tagged With: Boston, New England

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Hi! We’re Jen and Ryan, an American couple on a journey to travel the world while working from the road. We’re passionate about outdoor adventure, responsible travel, and getting off the beaten path. Passions and Places is a space for us to share our stories and tips with you, but most importantly, we hope to inspire you to seek your own adventure.

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