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.

New Hampshire Spontaneity: Weekend of December 8 – 10

  Are you itching to get out and try something new, but aren’t sure where to look and what to do? Have no fear, “Spontaneity” is here! Every week, we provide a region-by-region breakdown of events and activities from across the Granite State that you won’t want to miss. From arts and crafts, to hole-in-the-wall […]

Spontaneity: Weekend of December 1 – 3

Are you itching to get out and try something new, but aren’t sure where to look and what to do? Have no fear, “Spontaneity” is here! Every week, we provide a region-by-region breakdown of events and activities from across the Granite State that you won’t want to miss. From arts and crafts, to hole-in-the-wall music […]

Navigating North Conway

In the early 19th century, Conway was the main town and North Conway was only one of its outlying settlements, but successive waves of artists, skiers and shoppers turned what was once a village into the tourism hub of the White Mountains.  North Conway, Train Station, winter, Schooler Park, New Hampshire, Like so much else […]

Ski Museum Chronicles History’s Slippery Slopes

The museum’s Franconia Notch location is open from Memorial Day through end of ski season. New England is steeped in skiing lore, spanning more than a century of winter pursuits. That shared history creates a nostalgic bond between generations, a thread of treasured memories connecting anyone who has ever attached their feet to a pair […]

Deacon Sam Hill’s Cupola

Deacon Sam Hill has a sour look on his face in the old photo. Hill was born in 1808 and looks to be roughly 60 years old, which dates the picture to the early days of photography when smiling was not fashionable. Most people grimaced or tried to look serious while they waited the several […]

Down for the Count

Fifteen years ago, I was almost giddy about the news of a fight inside the Strafford County jail. The pair trading words and blows were two people well known in the New Hampshire political circle at the time.   Gary Dodds violated bail conditions after he faked his own disappearance during a run for Congress. […]

New Entertainment Venues Bring Variety, Competition to Live Arts Scene

The Nashua Center for the Arts in downtown Nashua opened to the public in April with a ribbon cutting and tours of the building for donors and special guests and a performance with many local performers on hand. Ruby Shabazz, left, and Fee the Evolutionist, both of Nashua, along with John Henry, of Northwood (not […]

Gift Ideas for Shoe Lovers

Duckfeet USA From boots to slippers to sneakers and even your own custom shoe ware, these New Hampshire shops make shoes that will keep your feet warm and happy (and even stylish) this winter season. Duckfeet USA Portsmouth  These shoes may be headquartered in Denmark, but they just moved into the West End of Portsmouth […]

Our Favorite Holiday Events Happening in 2023

Bundle up, grab your ugly sweater and enjoy the holiday season the New Hampshire way. Here’s a roundup of our favorite holiday events, including a list of on-stage performances and concerts. Santa Express Trains Hobo Railroad in Lincoln Weekends, November 24 – December 23 All Santa Express Trains excursions are approximately 80 minutes long and […]

Winter Farmers Markets

New Hampshire Winter Farmers Markets Find fresh produce, meats and many other local products throughout the coldest months at one of the many winter farmers markets happening around the state of New Hampshire. These markets are updated for 2023-2024 unless otherwise noted. Make sure that you check the linked website for updated hours, COVID-19 policies […]