The Shining Sea bike path in Falmouth Massachusetts is ten miles of scenic bliss that winds through woodlands, farmlands, salt marshes and along direct oceanfront beaches until you arrive at Woods Hole. One ride on this bike path and you'll understand why Cape Cod is a favorite destination of many.

Some practical advice on how to avoid getting bit by flies at New England beaches.

Ashumet Holly Reservation is 45 acres of preserved land with a large circular walkway of well-groomed paths that span a little more than two miles. There are many plants and trees here including over a thousand holly trees of eight different species. This is also a great area for bird watching.

What is a place where everyone dresses up in elaborate costumes, gathers together to celebrate their favorite characters, attend a masquerade parade, Carnevil, The Vermillion Ball, anime workshops, and more? It’s the Anime Convention at The Radisson Hotel in Nashua New Hampshire.

As I stood under the huge flag that waved proudly in the breeze above the “America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration” in Plymouth Massachusetts, I had tears welling up in my eyes several times. The show being put on at the bandstand was moving, inspiring and certainly entertaining.

When I was a kid my family had a great annual tradition for the 4th of July. Corn on the cob, clams, lobsters, sausages and potatoes were thrown into the pit and then the kids got to throw more seaweed in. It was a magical time full of American flags, sparklers, hearty food and real comradery.