Scenic New Hampshire – Statewide ideas on how to spend your next New Hampshire vacation. Travel Ideas, Lodging, and year-round activities for your enjoyment in New Hampshire.

Jerry Jamming

Trish Gordon and Donald Morse of Pittsfield in front of “Festie,” their 1985 VW Vanagon. (Trish designed the official Jerry Jam 25th anniversary logo that appears on her tank-top.) The two mottoes of Jerry Jam are “Kind Minds, Good Times” and “Let the music be the drug.” Both mottoes were in strong evidence at the […]

JOIN SEACOAST MARITIME CHARTERS FOR A MORNING MAIL RUN!

Have you always dreamed of hopping on a boat to deliver the mail to sweet island destinations?? As long as we’ve known that’s a “thing”, so have we! We’re pretty fortunate because Captain Jack of Kittery Point, Maine-based Seacoast Maritime Charters is welcoming guests to hop aboard his boat—Shining Star—to…

Trust the Process: Artist Sarah Mundy

Sarah Mundy leads a life devoted to the arts. By day, the 33-year-old Portsmouth resident works as art teacher at the town’s public high school, leading teenagers through the fundamentals of painting, drawing, ceramics and sculpture, and by night (and school vacation), Mundy churns out an impressive collection of her own. Including handmade bowls and […]

Best of NH 2023 Pizzerias & Ethnic Food Restaurants

Editor’s Pick North Country Japanese Danielle and Joe were disappointed in the lack of options for Japanese cuisine in the valley, so they decided it was time to take matters into their own hands. They started Sushki in North Conway and hope to bring some fresh variety to the local food scene by asking, “What’s […]

Best of NH 2023 Breweries, Wine, Spirits, Cocktails & Bars

Editor’s Picks Hot Dogs and Beer Candia Road Brewing Co. in Manchester keeps it crispy serving up craft beer at their brewery and taproom. Pairing a chicken bacon ranch crisper with a subtle banana wheat ale or a basket of nachos with a pint of sidewalk chalk may be great, but the best combination may […]

Best of NH 2023 Desserts, Ice Cream Stands, Coffee & Bakeries

Editor’s Picks Boutique Bakery  Cakes, macarons, monster cookies and jumbo cupcakes? Don’t mind if we do. Christy Skinner creates Mystic Sugar Bakery masterpieces at her North Conway shop where you can delight in enchanted forest décor while sampling a variety of fairy-tale-inspired treats. Unique cupcake flavors like Enchanted Forest, a chocolate-filled cake with tart sweet […]

Best of NH 2023 American & Seafood Restaurants

Editor’s Picks Creative Chicken Tenders As you know, Manchester is the Chicken Tender Capital of the World, and the Puritan Backroom Restaurant is the literal inventor of the chicken tender. While their tenders are the original, to be revered above all else, they’re not the only Manchester establishment serving up world-class tendies. Charlie’s of Goffstown […]

Pet-Friendly Travel in the Western White Mountains

You’ve probably felt the guilt when you stared in your pet’s sad eyes as you packed your bag for vacation, but did you know that the Western White Mountains of New Hampshire are pet-friendly? Numerous trails, waterways and relaxing public areas are waiting for your pup to romp around on! […]

Open The Door: Nature Nurtures Learning in New Hampshire

Students create a sculpture from found objects in nature in a class taught by Susanna Hargreaves and Maggie Holm. The weather is more agreeable now to get outside. Parents and educators can find so many ways for children to learn from the variety of resources available in New Hampshire. The state is filled with so […]

MAINE GETAWAY: THE FEDERAL!

Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood of downtown Brunswick, Maine, The Federal is a boutique hotel where historic charm meets modern flair! We recently stayed at this lovely property and had a wonderful experience. Can’t wait to share it with you!! With a cozy artistic lobby, comfy guest rooms with…