10 Short Day Trips from Boston on Every Budget (from a Former Local)

Looking for short day trips from Boston? You’re in the right place. Boston is the London of America: it’s politically important and culturally significant with an academic vibe that borders on artsy. Whether you’re moving to the area, or have an extra day in the city, everything in New England…

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The Best Things about Mount Holyoke: 25 Reasons To Apply

The best things about Mount Holyoke? Here’s a comprehensive list: everything. Just kidding! Only not really. When I applied to Mount Holyoke in the fall of 2010, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. To quote Audrey Hepburn in Roman Holiday, “I shall cherish my visit here…

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Top 10 Budget-Friendly Things To Do in Western Mass

Looking for things to do in Western Mass? I spent four years in the Pioneer Valley as an undergraduate at Mount Holyoke College and consider the area to be my second home. I became an adult in Massachusetts and sneak back every chance I get, as half of my heart…

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A Quick Boston Trip: the Ultimate 48 Hours in Boston Itinerary

Are you heading out on a quick Boston trip? This 48 hours in Boston itinerary walks you through everything you need to know about hitting the highlights of Beantown, including where to eat and the best things to do in Boston. I recently spent a whirlwind 48 hours in my favorite…

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