Travel, life, dining, and entertainment for people who love Rhode Island
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Beyond the Gates of Newport Society
Not all of the Newport Mansions are Museums
Beyond the Gates of Newport Society
Not all of the Newport Mansions are Museums
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Flying Over Rhode Island
Piloting a Private Plane for the First Time
Flying Over Rhode Island
Piloting a Private Plane for the First Time
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Memorial Day
Remembering fallen heroes at the RI Veteran's Cemetery
Memorial Day
Remembering fallen heroes at the RI Veteran's Cemetery
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A Step into the Past
Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum
A Step into the Past
Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum
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A Special Meal in a Special Place
Enjoying the Star Chef Series at Gracie's in Providence
A Special Meal in a Special Place
Enjoying the Star Chef Series at Gracie's in Providence
Articles
Beyond the Gates of Newport Society
Not all of the Newport Mansions are Museums
One of the oldest cities in the country, the Society Capital of America for the prosperous, Newport Rhode Island is celebrated by a splendid display of countless structural designs, most noteably the mansions bult as summer cottages for the incredibly wealthy of the Gilded Age. But even though many of the mansions are now opened [...]
Flying Over Rhode Island
Piloting a Private Plane for the First Time
Last weekend, I flew. I climbed into a small plane, settled into the pilot’s seat, taxied to the runway, took off, and in no time was sailing 2000 feet above the Rhode Island coastline at over 100 miles an hour. Of course it wasn’t that simple, I didn’t actually do the take-off and landing, and [...]
Memorial Day
Remembering fallen heroes at the RI Veteran's Cemetery
With my home in Rhode Island, I can’t drive all the way to San Antonio where my Dad was laid to rest with a three volleys of gunfire and the distant sound of a bugle playing taps when I want to remember him. My mother has the neatly folded flag that once draped his coffin [...]
A Step into the Past
Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum
The American Indian has held a magical mystique for me. Their simple life styles, their belief system and their constant pursuit of happiness is a source of wonder for many. There are a multitude of museums located throughout the country that depict the history of these beloved people and the land that was once [...]
A Special Meal in a Special Place
Enjoying the Star Chef Series at Gracie's in Providence
Gracie’s is a place to create memories. Fine food and wine, attentive service, and a warming atmosphere make it the place to bring someone special for… a proposal? … an anniversary? But during the Star Chef Series dinners, the food is the reason for the evening, and that someone special you bring becomes a fellow [...]
A Taste of Opulance
Mother's Day Brunch at the Vanderbilt Grace Hotel
We may do our best year around to treat Mom the way she deserves, but most of us take a special effort on Mother’s Day. This year, consider making Mom feel like a million dollars by taking her to Mother’s Day buffet at the historic Vanderbilt Grace hotel. A Newport landmark, the Vanderbilt Grace [...]
Restoring the Old State House
Newport Colony House Begins Phase Three of Restoration
The 1801 Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington that lives in the Newport Colony House was recently covered so it is not clearly visible. With the busy summer season approaching, why cover such an important painting? At the 1739 Colony House, where the portrait resides, Phase Three of vital restoration work is beginning. Located [...]
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Recreational Vehicles
The basics of hitting the road in comfort
Recreational vehicles are multipurpose vehicles that are used for various purposes ranging from travelling and camping to full time living (for which they are parked in special trailer parks). Recreational vehicles are also widely known as mobile homes or motor homes. It is important to weigh both costs and benefits of owning and even renting [...]
Into the Vermont Countryside
Our weekend getaways sometimes takes us well away from civilization, to where the air is clear and the sounds of the cities are left far behind. When our romantic weekend getaway took us to Central Vermont, we discovered the village of Bernard and the warm welcome of the Fan House bed and breakfast. [...]
Heading East
There are times that a weekend getway is just what you need. So, road trip style, with a minimum of planning, head East on I-195 until the freeway runs out and you find yourself in the very eastern tip of our neighboring state Massachussetts in the artsy destination Provincetown. [...]
Calling all Rhode Island Moms who love Contests and Sweepstakes
There aren’t many places in America that offer motherhood as many excitements as The Ocean State. Just look around; Little Rhody offers so much for moms and their children to share together such as the beautiful coast line, the changing seasons, skiing, a tapestry of rich history, and some exciting professional sports teams to follow [...]
A Cheap Vacation
Many of the phone calls and emails I receive these days features the offer of a free, or almost free, two night vacation. While the cautious might worry about it being a crafty way to part you from your money, more often than not these are offers to come visit a timeshare property. Ever since the 1960′s [...]
Start Planning!
Rhode Island is truly a fantastic place for a family vacation. From incredible American history to beautiful Atlantic beaches, Rhode Island truly has it all. Rhode Island may be the smallest state, but even with extended vacation you’ll never be able to experience all of it! While you could plop yourself down in historic Newport [...]
A Few Lesser-Known Spots to Visit When Traveling to New York
If you’re travelling to New York for the holidays, you’ll probably want to visit all the touristy spots: the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, or Times Square to name just a few. Yes, those are all fun and exciting if you’ve never been there. But if you really want to have a fun [...]
The Many Health Benefits of Camping
Despite the advances in technology, people long for the great outdoors. Nothing is quite as relaxing as spending time in nature and away from the demands of the real world. While camping is a fun activity anyone can enjoy, it also comes with a great deal of health benefits, too. Before you start out [...]
Five Tips for Picking the Perfect Wine
It’s Friday night and you have dinner plans with friends. You are making a meal that consists of fish as a main course and pork as an option. Wine will be served; you know that white usually goes with fish and red generally meat. So what option should you serve with the pork? What if [...]
RI Networking Safety
Rhode Islanders are famous for their charm and hospitality, but at an internal and more local level they want to stay in touch, keep up wither each other and support their friends and neighbors. And Rhode Islanders simply adore the internet – not necessarily more or less than any other state per se, but Rhode [...]
A Healthy Plan for Holiday Travel
Summer may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean traveling for the year is over. Many people are booking plans during the fall and holiday months, which can often exacerbate food temptations for many weight-loss hopefuls. The Sensa Weight-Loss System is the most reasonable plan available because you can easily stick to it [...]
Deck Your Walls With Antler Decor
It doesn’t matter where you are located in this great country, if you’re in the position to decorate your home, you want it to be unique. Yes, we may draw inspiration from magazines and the homes of famous stars that we’re privy to seeing – but in the most earnest sense of things, we want [...]
Dizzy for Disney!
Take a look around your home and gaze intently at your family. If your hunches are correct, someone’s glued to the TV, someone else has an iPod in tow and is probably reading something trashy on their kindle, and last but not least, someone else is on the internet probably playing around on Facebook. Are [...]
Travel Product Reviews
Hold On to Your Seat Belts!
Trying out the Seatbelt Bag
Ever wonder what happens to seat belts once a car is retired from its driving days? Ok, probably not, but can you imagine using seat belts from those retired vehicles and making a really super, extra durable custom-made bag? Well, I couldn’t imagine anything like that until I was asked to sample one of these [...]
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Kid’s gifts that didn’t make it into the stockings
... but I wish they had!
I know that I am notorious for waiting till the last minute on many things, but Christmas isn’t one of them. Well, at least I thought I was until this Christmas when my body decided to give me a good case of pneumonia. So, I did much of my shopping on line this time, (though [...]
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I Want a Hess Truck!
A look at the quintessential Christmas gift
I never got a Hess truck under my tree. Oh, I was still a kid when the first Hess truck premiered in 1965, in fact I was the perfect age for a toy truck that would let me fill the big tank with water, then dispense it from a little hose to the Hot [...]
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Magnificent Ears With Just One Clip
A look at ear rings from Crazy4Clips
Dressing up for a special occasion can sometimes be a bit overwhelming. If you are like me and don’t really have a sense of what looks good and what doesn’t then you would know what I mean when I say “overwhelming. I can usually find the right necklace, but have problems selecting the right earrings. [...]
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A Li’l Sweetness Goes a Long Way
Tasting Hey Shuga! sweetener
I have been a coffee connoisseur for as long as I can remember. I start my day with a steamy hot cup of coffee. Then the afternoon pick me up to get me through the rest of the day. And, sometimes, I will have a cup of coffee at night, sit back and watch a [...]
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Saved by a Whale’s Tail
Keeping your tablet stable and positioned
With all of the really cool gadgets on the market for our electronics, life can become very confusing, with adapters, plug-ins, holders, chargers, earplugs, stands, covers, jackets, wireless devices and pretty much anything else you can think of to help make the world of electronics easier. One problem I often come across when talking to people about [...]
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No Wobbly Turkey Necks
Testing Nexercise
I’m not always checking myself to make sure that every line, crease and wrinkle is covered in a fashionable way. Maybe I might dot some mascara and eye shadow on, but really, that is about it. But, and I mean but, I told myself that I never want to get one of those turkey looking [...]
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Water with a ‘Sparkling’ Taste of Class
Nowadays, we constantly reminded to drink enough water. Thankfully, there is a huge variety of water products on the market that help getting enough water easier — filtered water from pitchers, spring water in plastic bottles, BPA free water bottles, Vitamin enriched waters, flavor enhancers, odd shaped water bottles — all providing cool, refreshing water right at our fingertips. [...]
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Being wild and staying warm at the same time
A look at WildSkins Arm Warmers
For those of you who know me, (and those that don’t), I try to be as open minded as the next person but sometimes I have to step back and try to look at the whole picture rather than jumping right to the conclusion part. Being a product review editor for a few years now, [...]
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A “First Class” Airplane Nap
A look at the Travelrest Pillow and Blanket
Haven’t you ever just wanted to fly first class in an airplane, just to see what it was like? I sure have, but I just never could seem to afford the ticket. First class isn’t just about the food, free alcohol and wider seats; it’s also about staying warm and cozy while traveling, not just [...]
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Rhode Island Travel News
What So Proudly We Hailed
The War of 1812 on Great RoadOn Saturday, September 29 from 10 to 4., seven sites along Lincoln’s historic Great Road will host special tours, exhibits, and presentations with a War of 1812 focus; all sites are open free to the public. Take tours, explore the area, and discover the impact that the War of 1812 had on Great Road and [...]
Undressing History
What Women Wore in the 18th CenturyThe Newport Historical Society will host Undressing History: What Women Wore in the 18th Century on Thursday February 21, 2013 at 5:30pm at the Colony House, Washington Square with Renee Walker-Tuttle. Living history interpreter Renee Walker-Tuttle will dress herself in reproduction 18th century garments, allowing visitors to get a glimpse into the dressing room of the [...]
THE KING’S SINGERS AT KENT HALL
Sunday, February 10th, 2013 at 7 pmThe Chorus of Westerly presents its Kent Hall Master Series performance of 2013 with a special concert by the world famous a cappella ensemble The King’s Singers on Sunday, February 10, 2013, in the George Kent Performance Hall, 119 High Street, Westerly, Rhode Island. Tickets can be purchased by calling 401.596.8663 or by visiting [...]
February School Vacation at Providence Children’s Museum
February 18-22Providence Children’s Museum is the BEST place for school vacation fun! The Museum is open during vacation, Monday, February 18 – Friday, February 22, from 9AM – 6PM. Families can explore ThinkSpace, a major new exhibit exploring spatial thinking, and enjoy these special programs and performances: Keith Munslow Monday, February 18 11:30 AM, 1PM & [...]
Monster Jam Coming to Providence
Spiderman to Make First Ever Appearance at the Dunkin’ Donuts CenterMotor Sports℠ announced that tickets for Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®, the world’s premier monster truck series, are now on sale. The event will feature these popular trucks, subject to change without notice: Grave Digger, AP Grinder, El Toro Loco, Crushstation, Aftershock, Krazy Train, Thrasher, and making its debut in Providence, Spiderman. The show [...]
EARLY VALENTINE’S DAY EVENT TO PAMPER LOCAL LADIES
Special shopping event at MUSEValentine’s Day will surely be easier this year for those wishing to buy something special for their lady. MUSE’s Be My Valentine Registry & Spa Event on February 7th from 6-8 p.m. will allow women to register for their favorite jewelry and gift items in the shop so that their partners can come back and [...]
Franz Joseph Haydn’s The Creation
Providence Singers to presents on Sunday, Feb. 10On Sunday, February 10 at 4:30 p.m., the Providence Singers will perform Haydn’s grand and triumphant oratorio, The Creation. The concert will feature renowned guest soloists and musicians from the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra. Composed in 1797, The Creation was inspired by the oratorios of Handel, which is evident in its energetic spirit and sense [...]
Hotel Providence Awarded AAA Four Diamond
Seven years in a row for the boutique downtown hotelProvidence has been awarded the AAA 4 Diamond award for 2013. “We are pleased to have been recognized with our eighth consecutive AAA Four Diamond Award,” said Tom Fitzgibbons, General Manager. “Our team is committed to ensuring that every guest’s experience exceeds all expectations. This award acknowledges the hard work and daily dedication of our [...]
Judge a Man By His Character
A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Providence Children’s MuseumProvidence Children’s Museum presents a powerful celebration of the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 21. The event features a live performance with songs and stories, an exhibit and anti-discrimination activities and is free with Museum admission of $9 per person. The Civil Rights movement comes to life in [...]
Contemporary Thater’s Winter Schedule
Nine Productions Planned through March 2013The Contemporary Theater Company announced a series of new projects by local artists in its Springboard Season from January to March 2013. There is something for everyone in this season that promotes The Contemporary Theater Company’s goal of facilitating new, exciting work by local artists and bringing the arts to the community. On Jan. 18 [...]
Next Month...
Smith-Appleby House
- Colonial Games, Crafts & Tours at Smith-Appleby House on June 30
Alba Gu Bragh (Scotland Forever)
- The Highland Games in Rhode Island
From diners and taverns to White House menus and vintage microwaves
- Johnson & Wales Culinary Arts Museum
Guardian of the Bay
- A Walk through History at Newport's Fort Adams