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Spend Summer Outside: The Best Hiking Near Boston

July 1, 2017 By Ryan Victor 4 Comments

To make the most of the Fourth of July in New England (or any summer weekend), head outside! Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont all have some great hikes for various levels. These five trails are some of the best hiking near Boston, including the Mt. Washington hike and other trails in the White Mountains.

The Boston Pops, a huge fireworks show, and all that history make Boston one of the best places to celebrate the Fourth of July. But to get the most out of the holiday weekend in New England, consider spending part of it outdoors. Here’s five of the area’s best hikes to get you started.

Filed Under: Active and Healthy, Hiking, Maine, Massachusetts, Nature and Outdoors, New Hampshire, North America, U.S., Vermont Tagged With: activities, Boston, Mt. Washington, New England, Travel Styles, White Mountains

Cycling New England: The Top 5 Rail Trails

December 19, 2016 By Ryan Victor 1 Comment

If you’re planning to travel to New England and you love the outdoors, you won’t want to miss the region’s best rail trails. They’re perfect cycling, walking, and running paths, and most have some history, too. Try one of our top bike rides in New England, and explore Boston, Cape Cod, Lake Champlain, and more.

New England is a haven of outdoors activities, and some of its most impressive options are the bike trails that have popped up to replace old railroad tracks. Here are our favorite rail trails for cycling throughout New England, and most can even be reached by public transportation from Boston.

Filed Under: Active and Healthy, Cycling, Maine, Massachusetts, Nature and Outdoors, North America, Rhode Island, U.S., Vermont Tagged With: activities, Boston, Burlington, Cape Cod, New England, rail trails, Travel Styles

A Guide to the Best Yoga Studios in Boston

November 22, 2016 By Jen Ambrose 28 Comments

Boston is a city that’s conscious about health, wellness, and fitness, and there’s a yoga studio in nearly every neighborhood. Here’s our list of the best yoga studios in the Boston area (including options in the North End, Back Bay, Cambridge, Somerville, Allston, and Brighton), with classes in Vinyasa flow, Iyengar, Ashtanga, restorative yoga, meditation, and more.

Whether you’re an avid yogi visiting Boston or a Bostonian considering your first class, our guide to some of the city’s best yoga studios has everything you need to know.

Filed Under: Active and Healthy, Massachusetts, North America, U.S., Yoga Tagged With: activities, Boston, meditation, Travel Styles, yoga studios

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, Walden Pond

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: Educational and Experiential, Foodie Travel, Massachusetts, North America Tagged With: beer, Boston

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: Active and Healthy, Educational and Experiential, Kayaking, Massachusetts, Nature and Outdoors, North America Tagged With: activities, Boston, Boston Harbor, Travel Styles

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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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