This New Hampshire Butchery Is A Dream Come True For Carnivores
I have never seen so much meat in one place. The display case stretches along the entire counter, filled with cuts that make your mouth water just looking at them.
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The Giant New Hampshire Farmers Market And Flea Market You’ll Want To Explore Again And Again
You could spend an entire day here and still not see everything. That is the kind of place this is. A giant New Hampshire market...
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The Best Legendary Cheeseburger In New Hampshire Is Found Inside This Tiny Hole-In-The-Wall Diner
You would walk right past this place if you were not looking for it. The building is small and unassuming, tucked between two larger storefronts on a busy street.
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This New Hampshire Comfort Food Restaurant Serves Classic Coastal Dishes That Taste Like Home
I grew up eating seafood on paper plates at picnic tables. The fish was always fresh. The fries were always crispy. And the...
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This Giant Italian Marketplace In New Hampshire Makes Fresh Pasta Daily And Serves Wall-To-Wall Comfort
I walked in expecting a market. What I found was something much bigger. This giant Italian marketplace in New Hampshire is a...
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This Old-School Italian Deli In New Hampshire Is Worth The Drive From Anywhere
Some places just stop you in your tracks, and not because they're flashy or famous. New Hampshire has a quiet little gem tucked along a residential street in Portsmouth that feels...
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10 Historic New Hampshire Coffeehouses Tucked Inside Restored 19th-Century Buildings
I love a good cup of coffee anywhere, but I love it most in a building with history. New Hampshire is full of coffeehouses tucked inside restored 19th century buildings, and I...
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This Lake Town In New Hampshire Is Suddenly Packed With Tourists
I have been visiting this lake town for years, and I have watched it change. Slowly at first. Then all at once. This New Hampshire...
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This Charming Specialty Shop In New Hampshire Feels Like A Hidden Corner Of Sicily
I have never been to Sicily, but I imagine it feels something like this. The shelves are packed with imported goods from Italy. Olive...
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10 Excellent Restaurants In Nashua, New Hampshire That Are Worth Visiting In 2026
I have eaten my way across New Hampshire over the years, and I have learned that some towns just have better food scenes than others. This particular city is one of those places.
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This Enchanting New Hampshire Lakeside Village Invites You To Watch Classic Movies On A Giant Floating Screen Right From Your Boat
Summer evenings in New Hampshire are magical on their own. Warm breezes, long light, the smell of the lake. But this lakeside...
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10 Hidden New Hampshire Artisan Towns Filled With Local Craft Shops
I love a good souvenir as much as anyone, but I cannot stand the generic items that are made in a factory somewhere and shipped to every tourist town in America. That is why I...
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This Historic New Hampshire Train Takes You On A Scenic Lakeside Journey While Serving A Gourmet Dinner
I have been on dinner trains before, and they are usually fine. The food is okay. The views are nice enough. But this historic...
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This Unique New Hampshire Boardwalk Extends For A Quarter-Mile Right Over The Water Of A Pristine Glacial Lake
There is something magical about walking on water. Not literally, of course, but close enough. This unique boardwalk in New...
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This No-Frills New Hampshire Hidden Gem Explodes With Old-School Comfort Food Flavor
I almost drove right past it. The building is small and plain, tucked into a corner of a parking lot that does not get much attention.
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10 Charming New Hampshire Ice Cream Stands With Huge Homemade Scoops
Summer in New Hampshire means many things. Long days at the lake. Hikes in the mountains. And ice cream.
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This Remote New Hampshire Forest Is Home To A Forgotten Graveyard Of Vintage 1930s Steam Trains
Deep in the woods of New Hampshire, far from any road or trail, there is a graveyard. But not for people. For trains. Vintage...
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This Hidden New Hampshire Nature Trail Winds Directly Over A Stunning Canyon Of Smoothly Carved Bedrock
I have hiked through a lot of canyons in New Hampshire, but I have never hiked directly over one. That is what makes this trail so unique.
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This Secret New Hampshire Spot Serves Outrageous Wood-Fired Pizza With Panoramic Mountain Views
I have eaten a lot of pizza in my life, but I have never eaten pizza quite like this. The crust is blistered and smoky from the wood fired oven.
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This Iconic New Hampshire Restaurant Serves The Ultimate Turkey Dinner All Year Long
Most people only eat turkey dinner once a year, on a specific Thursday in November. The rest of the year, they settle for sandwiches and leftovers and vague memories of gravy.
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10 Panoramic New Hampshire Fire Towers Offering 360-Degree Views
I have climbed a lot of mountains in New Hampshire, but some of the best views have come from places that required almost no climbing at all. The fire towers scattered across the...
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This Massive Tower In Virginia Is Actually A Secret Society Memorial
A 333-foot neoclassical tower dominates the skyline, often mistaken for something far more ordinary than it is. In reality, this striking landmark honors George Washington while...
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Forget Fancy Restaurants, New Hampshire Locals Say the Best Biscuits and Gravy Are Found Here
I have eaten biscuits and gravy at fancy restaurants with cloth napkins and artisanal pepper. I have eaten them at trendy brunch spots where the line goes out the door.
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9 New Hampshire Factory Tours That Make For A Surprisingly Fun Day Trip
When someone says "factory tour," you probably think of boring walkways and dull explanations about machines you do not care about. That is not what these New Hampshire factory...
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Locals Say This Once Peaceful New Hampshire Lake Town Is Now Ruined By Tourists
I do not usually write negative articles about places in New Hampshire, but sometimes the truth needs to be told. I have been visiting this lake town for years, and I have watched...
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This New Hampshire Farm Where You Harvest Fresh Blueberries For $2.75 Per Pound
I have bought blueberries at the grocery store plenty of times, but I have never really thought about where they came from or who picked them. This New Hampshire farm changed that...
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This Charming New Hampshire Diner Serves Nostalgic Comfort Food By The Plate
The moment I sat down at this diner in New Hampshire, I noticed that almost every plate coming out of the kitchen looked exactly like something my grandmother would have made....
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10 Enchanting New Hampshire Lakeside Cafes Whispering Majestic Mountain Views Over Breakfast Plates
There is no better way to start a day in New Hampshire than with breakfast by the water. The lake is calm in the morning. The...
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This Small New Hampshire Town Is Quietly Known For Its Historic Charm, Legendary Pancake Parlors, And Road Trip Appeal
Some towns shout for your attention with billboards and big attractions. This small New Hampshire town does the opposite. It...
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This Century-Old New Hampshire Bookstore Is Perfect For Rainy Days
Rainy days in New Hampshire used to mean sitting at home watching old movies. Not anymore. I have found the perfect place to...
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10 Hidden New Hampshire Caves Worth Exploring This Summer
Summer in New Hampshire is wonderful, but the heat can be overwhelming sometimes. That is when I head underground. The state...
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This New Hampshire’s Adults-Friendly Spa Resort Features Soaking Pools and Endless Relaxation
I did not realize how much I needed a break until I arrived at this New Hampshire spa resort. The drive up was stressful, my mind was full of lists and worries, and I was already...
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New Hampshire’s Fabric Treasure Trove That Brings Makers Back Again And Again
If you sew or quilt or make anything with fabric, you already know how hard it is to find a great store. Most places have a small selection and high prices.
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10 New Hampshire Towns Losing Residents Due To Record-High Property Taxes
I do not usually write about sad things, but this is a reality that people in New Hampshire are living with right now. Property taxes have gone up to record highs in many parts...
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This New Hampshire Town Is The Last Affordable Paradise With Homes Under $200,000
I check real estate listings sometimes, mostly just to torture myself with what I cannot afford. Prices seem absolutely insane everywhere you look these days.
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New Hampshire’s Vintage Paradise With An Eclectic Mix Of Local Vendors Under One Roof
I walked into this New Hampshire place thinking I would stay for twenty minutes, and I left over two hours later with a bag full of treasures. The building is enormous, and it...
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This Easy 3.2-Mile Hike In New Hampshire Is So Picturesque You’ll Be Dreaming About The Landscape For Days
I have done plenty of hikes that left me sore and exhausted, but this one in New Hampshire left me dreaming about the view for days afterwards. The trail is only 3.2 miles, which...
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This Vintage New Hampshire Bakery Has Been Perfecting Homemade Diner Classics Since 1947
The sign on the door says they opened in 1947. That was seventy nine years ago, which means this bakery has been doing its thing since before my parents were even born.
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New Hampshire Has A Scenic Meandering River Where You Can Kayak Through Boreal Forest And Moose Habitats
The water moves slowly here, almost like it is in no hurry to get anywhere. That is exactly what makes this New Hampshire river so perfect for kayaking.
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10 Enormous Thrift Stores In New Hampshire Where $35 Feels Like A Small Fortune
I love the feeling of walking out of a store with a bag full of treasures. And knowing I spent almost nothing. That feeling is...
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This Unassuming New Hampshire Trail Turns A Simple Hike Into A Sparkling Crystal Hunt
I have been on plenty of hikes that end with a view. A waterfall. A summit. Something pretty to look at before you turn around...
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This New Hampshire Woodland Restaurant Serves Italian Comfort In A Secretive Setting
You would never guess this place is here. The road is narrow and winding. The woods press in on both sides. And then suddenly...
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This Historic New Hampshire Mountain Resort Just Debuted A Multimillion-Dollar Makeover
Old hotels can go two ways as they age, either they get shabby and sad or they get a new life, and this historic mountain resort in New Hampshire has just gotten a serious upgrade....
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This Iconic 1940s New Hampshire Eatery Is Secretly Serving The Best Burgers In New England
The place has been standing since the 1940s, which means it has seen a lot of burgers come and go, and somehow it is still quietly making the best ones in New England without making...
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10 Unassuming New Hampshire Seafood Shacks Serving Outrageously Fresh Lobster Rolls Right Off The Boat
You do not need white tablecloths to get a good lobster roll. In fact, the best ones usually come from places with picnic tables and paper plates.
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10 Historic Haunted Places In New Hampshire With Legends That Still Creep Locals Out
I do not know if I believe in ghosts. But I know people in New Hampshire who do. And they have stories that will make the hair...
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This Mind-Blowing New Hampshire Labyrinth In The Woods Houses A Cryptic 4,000-Year-Old Calendar
I have been to plenty of quirky attractions in New Hampshire. Some make you smile. Some make you scratch your head. But I have...
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Locals Keep This Hidden New Hampshire Village Off Travel Guides
There is a certain kind of place that locals protect like a secret handshake, and this tiny village in New Hampshire is exactly that. You will not find it on any travel guides...
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How This New Hampshire Shopping Hub Transformed Into The State’s Most Vibrant Evening Destination
You would not expect a shopping center to become the place where everyone wants to be after the sun goes down, but that is exactly what happened at this spot in New Hampshire....
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This Cozy New Hampshire Breakfast Nook Serves Home Fries Locals Love
Some places are so small that you might miss them entirely if you blink, and this breakfast nook in New Hampshire is exactly that kind of spot. But the people who live nearby have...
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This Retro New Hampshire Diner Serves Banana Bread French Toast Locals Love
I thought I had tried every possible variation of French toast over the years, but then I walked into this retro diner in New Hampshire and saw banana bread French toast on the...
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This New Hampshire Strip Mall Italian Spot Has People Skipping Boston
You would walk right past this place if you did not know what was waiting inside, because it is tucked into a strip mall in New Hampshire with unremarkable storefronts and a parking...
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The 34-Mile Virginia Rail-Trail Where You Can Walk, Bike, Or Run Under A Lush Forest Canopy Away From Traffic
Thirty-four miles of trail with no cars, no trucks, and no exhaust fumes. That is the luxury of a good rail-trail, and this Virginia one might be the best in the state.
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This Humble New Hampshire Restaurant Serves Massive Cheeseburgers Worth The Drive
Let me tell you about a cheeseburger that made me forget how to speak for about twenty minutes. The place is humble and easy to miss, the kind of New Hampshire spot you could drive...
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This Secret New Hampshire Swimming Hole Glows With Emerald-Green Water
I have seen plenty of swimming holes in New Hampshire that are nice enough, clear and cold and good for a hot afternoon, but I have never seen water that actually glows green like...
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Swim Below A Cascading Waterfall At This Hidden New Hampshire Gem
I have been to a lot of waterfalls in New Hampshire that are beautiful to look at but off limits for swimming, which is fine for photos but not great for hot summer days when all...
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Virginia’s Most Authentic Puerto Rican Food Spot Is Tucked Away In A Place Only Locals Know
Finding authentic Puerto Rican food outside of the island is not easy. Most places Americanize the recipes, tone down the spices, and serve something that vaguely resembles the...
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This Postcard-Worthy Botanical Garden In New Hampshire Feels Unlike Anything Else In The State
I have seen plenty of pretty gardens before in my life, with their neat rows of flowers and carefully arranged bushes, the kind of place where you take a quick photo and move on...
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This Charming Virginia Creamery Sells Artisan Cheese So Fresh, You Can Watch The Cows Being Milked
There is fresh cheese, and then there is cheese made from milk that came out of a cow an hour ago. This Virginia creamery falls into the second category.
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