fall
As the summer crowds slowly begin to fade and the trees turn fiery shades of red, orange, and yellow, fall in New England has officially begun. It’s time for sweater weather, pumpkin spice, and apple orchards.Being from Rhode Island myself, I know many people think the Ocean State is most…
With crisp mornings already creeping in across some states, fall is on its way.Visiting national parks to see the season’s colors, or “leaf peeping,” is a popular pastime and gives a major boost to some states’ economies. An analysis by Appalachian State University estimated that fall-foliage tourism contributes more than…
Did you wake up this morning to a slight chill in the air? Perhaps you spotted a lone leaf falling from a tree and received your first targeted Halloween ad on Instagram?And so, you headed to your local Starbucks and discovered that, yes, it’s time: The fall drinks are back.The…
Heading into the fall, retailers will need to shift their emphasis more toward offering a better value for cash-strapped households.While retail prices are relatively straightforward things, value is harder to nail down as households are continuing to look for ways to get the most out of their limited dollars. Other…
If you’re in the market for a new fall bag, know this: it should probably be big enough to carry a cable-knit sweater, a cozy plaid blanket, and a container of your favorite pumpkin-spice treats.The Coach Brooklyn bag and Chloé Paddington purses that reigned supreme in recent years will no…
My husband and I spent our honeymoon in Costa Rica 22 years ago. It was our first international trip together, and while the stunning beaches, sloth sightings, and lava flowing down the side of a volcano left us awe-struck, we also appreciated seeing each other experience these new things together.As…
