Category Archives: New Hampshire

A day in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

I was surprised to see so much action going on in a town I’d barely heard of. As we were walking around a heard a lady say to her companion ‘more and more people come here every summer.’ Portsmouth is … Continue reading

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Great Island Common, New Castle NH

On a quick weekend trip to Portsmouth, we only had one day to experience the New Hampshire coast! So many beaches to choose from I was swimming in decisions. I do declare I picked the perfect little beach, Great Island … Continue reading

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Pinball Wizard Arcade, Pelham NH

Ever since I was a young girl, I’ve played the silver ball. From Asbury Park to Budapest, I’m doing my best to play them all. Pelham, New Hampshire is kind of in the middle of nowhere (under an hour from … Continue reading

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Best of New Hampshire: Pickity Place

To Grandmother’s house we go! Lunch inside Little Red Riding Hood’s house? No it isn’t a fairytale, but you may recognize this real life restaurant from the illustrations of a memorable childhood story. Enchanting Pickity Place [248 Nutting Hill Rd, … Continue reading

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Best of New Hampshire: Mount Monadnock

Mount Monadnock [116 Poole Road, Jaffrey, NH 03452] claims to be the third most hiked mountain in the world. Upon hearing that I wondered, what is so special about this mountain? I had to see for myself. On a perfectly … Continue reading

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Best of New Hampshire: Andres Institute of Art

The integration of art and nature, nothing is more delightful than an outdoor sculpture park! Andres Institute of Art [98 NH-13, Brookline, NH 03033] is the largest outdoor sculpture park in New England, and it is free to visit. There … Continue reading

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Best of New Hampshire: American Classic Arcade Museum

Growing up with a big brother meant many hours playing video games in the house, and taking frequent trips to the arcade. Nowadays I don’t have any video games in the apartment, and most arcades don’t have any of my … Continue reading

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Best of New Hampshire: Screaming Boar Smokehouse

After a long day of hiking in the wet New Hampshire woods, barbeque sounded like heaven. Screaming Boar Smokehouse [40 W Main St, Littleton, NH 03561] took us in with a tender heart and gave us tender meat to eat, … Continue reading

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Best of New Hampshire: Polly’s Pancake Parlor

Polly’s Pancake Parlor [672 NH-117, Sugar Hill, NH 03586] is a breakfast institution in these woods. Opened for 75-years this family owned restaurant is skillfully practiced in the pancake art. Arrive as early as possible, and make sure to call … Continue reading

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Best of New Hampshire: Hiking to Waterfalls

If you are the type to chase waterfalls, head to New Hampshire immediately! They’re all over the place. Fantastic falls will surprise you by bursting on out of nowhere on the side of the highways and roads. There are so … Continue reading

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