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According to a recent U.S. Travel Association report, more than half of working Americans don’t use all of their paid vacation days. They forfeit an average of 212 million days, which is equivalent to about $62.2 billion in lost benefits. Most Americans struggle to disconnect from the daily demands of their work. Research shows that taking vacation time actually increases your productivity by making you more resilient, improving cognitive function, creativity, and problem-solving.

New England is home to some of the best beers around, especially if you like IPA. Head in either direction from Ogunquit and you’ll hit several local breweries, distilleries, and even wineries. Bottoms up!  

We have your covered with our Ultimate Kid’s Bucket List, perfect to make sure the kids have fun or for a rainy day. From sugary treats to arcade games to a zoo, your kids will remember this coastal Maine vacation for years to come. The only question you’ll have, is can you fit it all in your vacation time?  

Historic Portsmouth is a charming small New England city that you don’t want to miss. Spend a day strolling its cobblestone streets, browsing the many boutiques, and enjoying all the delicious food. If you’re up for a little learning about the local history and culture on your vacation, Portsmouth is also home to several outstanding museums.

Kids have a lot of energy and they get bored easy. It’s a good thing that there is so much to do in the seacoast region to keep kids of all ages busy and active from sunup to sundown, so you can enjoy a little rest and relaxation after the kids go to bed. Here is a list of a few of our favorite kid-friendly activities from Portland to Portsmouth.

Raising teenagers isn’t always easy, but we made vacations with teenagers easy! Your teens probably don’t want to do everything you want to do on vacation and that’s okay. Drop them off at one of these places and they will come back with all smiles.

The White Mountains have a long history dating back centuries. From natural wonders like Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to the local legends at the New England Ski Museum, adults and children of all ages can learn something incredible about the region at the following places. 

Spend your vacation on tour with these incredible local tours! The Western White Mountains offer a wide variety of activities to meet everyone’s interests. Whether you prefer to sit back and enjoy a glass of wine or prefer the adrenaline rush of flying high over the mountaintops, these local tours will sure to leave a big smile on your face. 

The White Mountains are truly a year-round destination! However, most people come to Lincoln for the world-class East Coast skiing or a fresh air mountain getaway. Once the snow melts, the region wakes up again with heaps of fun, family-friendly activities. If you’re traveling in the Off-Season, check out a few of our favorite activities.

While we always hope that Mother Nature blesses us with bluebird summer days in the White Mountains, especially when we're on vacation, we all know that doesn’t happen. When you're on vacation, a little rain doesn't have to ruin the fun. Whether you send the kids to the movies and enjoy a wine or beer tasting or you catch a live performance, the movies are always a great rainy day bucket list item.