With prices on everything from gas to food to lodging on the rise, many will be opting for easy day trips from home to save money this summer. If you are planning to be frugal when it comes to vacation plans and need some inspiration, here are a few of our favorite spots to explore.…
The holiday season, and sweater weather are upon us. No need to feel down about these cooler months, however, there are ways to find joy even during these quieter, colder days. They not only bring the holidays, a time for celebrating and giving; but they also bring slower days spent indoors with those closest to…
Memorial Day weekend typically means a getaway for most. While the long weekend this year, will still usher in the warmer and longer days of summer; it will look a whole lot different. Take it from me, though; there are still things to do and places to go. After writing our May 7th post…
With warmer weather and thoughts of COVID-19 restrictions loosening in the coming weeks, we are all eager to get outside. While safety guidelines for outdoor activities will remain in place, there will be opportunities to enjoy the outdoors safely. These will include wearing face masks, washing hands and social distancing. Things we are all familiar…
As realtors, we get to visit a variety of homes but a castle…that is a treat. Whether you fancy Downtown Abbey or Harry Potter, there’s something about a castle that is awe-inspiring to young and old. A seaside castle is even better and we are lucky enough to have one right here in Southern…
It has finally arrived…the first day of summer, or Summer Solstice. After what seemed like a never-ending winter here in New England this is a day we’ve all been waiting for. Long, warm summer days enjoying the outdoors are definitely cause for celebration, and Reader’s Digest has put together a list of 26 nostalgic…
With a few 80 degree days under our belts in New England we can officially declare that spring has arrived! We love where we live year round, and as the weather gets warmer we yearn to be outside. Luckily Massachusetts’ Essex County offers lots of places to visit and things to do outside in the…
