Staycations

It's that time of year for us New Englanders. The time of year where we curse the snow and cold and jet off to a warm destination. Due to the current state of the economy, many families have opted for what is referred to as a staycation. A staycation is a type of vacation in which an individual or family stays and relaxes at home, possibly taking day trips to area attractions. Living in New England, provides a wonderful playground for a perfect staycation and winter time is just as good as any to brave the elements and enjoy all that New England has to offer.

I live in the Boston area and have taken advantage of a staycation by taking my family to many great destinations. The destinations listed also allowed for nature exploration as well as great fun!

Winter Destinations:

• Upcoming and ongoing Nature Activities
• Exploring Massachusetts Audubon Society sanctuaries throughout Massachusetts
• Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, Hew Hampshire
• Boston Attractions: Museum of Science,  Boston Children's Museum
• Polar Express, Lincoln, New Hampshire

Spring Destinations:

• Boston Swan Boats
• Exploring Massachusetts Audubon Society sanctuaries throughout Massachusetts
• Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, Hew Hampshire

Summer Destinations:

• Block Island, Rhode Island
• Westerly, Rhode Island
• Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, Hew Hampshire
• Story Land ,White Mountains New Hampshire

Fall Destinations:

• Block Island, Rhode Island
• Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, Hew Hampshire
• Story Land ,White Mountains New Hampshire

*Some of these outings required a night or two at a hotel but are close enough that a day trip can be managed. Future blog posts will provide details about each trip. You can access reviews of some of the listed destinations through my TripAdvisor account at:  http://www.tripadvisor.com/MemberProfile?uid=7E7AE06679641B78F7E143F95F9626CA&c=pm&public=1