Going Places in Boston

It was reported that Boston’s Logan Airport was overrun with a near million passengers this Thanksgiving. Sunday was one of the busiest days, as travelers prepared to return home after spending the holidays with family and friends in New England. Nationwide, TSA officials estimated 2.4 million people traveled through airports yesterday alone, and people on social media reported extra long lines and wait times. With a shortage of pilots, flights have [...]

Massachusetts Covid cases are creeping up once again, just in time for cold weather, flu season and the holidays. Positive cases have dropped over the last two months after the delta variant fueled an increase this summer, but the state’s positive test rate has risen over the past two weeks from below 1.7% to a seven-day average of 2.15%. Thanksgiving is right around the corner — so how can you celebrate with [...]

While Covid-19 cases are far lower than they were a year ago, the pandemic isn’t over yet. On Thursday, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health confirmed 1,586 new Covid-19 cases. This brings the total number of cases in the state to 801,567. The state’s Department of Public Health also confirmed 23 additional deaths related to Covid-19, bringing the total to 18,671, and 509 current hospitalizations, with 147 in intensive care. The [...]

Many still worry about coronavirus, especially as new variants emerge and spread. As of August 27th, face masks are required in all indoor public settings in Boston, but there are still plenty of fun things to do around the city while staying safe, even with autumn in full swing. For families with young kids, Franklin Park Zoo is one of the Boston area’s family-friendly treasures. The zoo itself has online timed [...]

When you think of autumnal foliage, you think of New England. But many this year have noticed that fall colors are yet to make an appearance.  And they’re not wrong; according to meteorologists, this year’s warm, wet weather means fall foliage peak colors will come later than usual. While October is typically the best month for it, many are saying fall colors are yet to appear in most of southern and [...]

It’s been announced that the U.S. will ease foreign travel restrictions this November, allowing international visitors who have proof of vaccination and a negative Covid-19 test to enter the country. The current travel restrictions have been in place for 18 months, meaning family and loved ones will have long-awaited reunions.  Countries have until now faced a variety of restrictions, which many have complained have been confusing. Non-American citizens who have been [...]

Many professional and amateur sporting events were shut throughout a lot of the pandemic, leaving die-hard fans in the lurch. Boston is known in particular for having an incredible sports culture — and lucky for baseball fans, you can still buy tickets to see the Red Sox live at Fenway Park. Here’s what you need to know. Currently, Fenway Park is open for business — but they recommend anyone who is considered [...]

Summer may be in its final month, but there’s still plenty of time to get some beach days in before the end of the season. Luckily for you, New England is home to gorgeous sandy beaches — some of which are a stone’s throw away from Boston. Here’s a few of our favorites. One of the closest to Boston is Nahant Beach, which is just a 20-30 minutes drive. Massachusetts license plates [...]

The emergence and spread of the Delta — and Delta plus — variants of Covid-19 have many governors and public officials across the country taking another look at their mask-wearing guidelines and restrictions. Massachusetts is no different. A couple weeks ago, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker announced new tightened mask-wearing guidelines following a spike in positive cases, with Revere and Brockton both seeing severe increases. The latest update recommends fully vaccinated people in [...]

Back in June, the European Union opened itself to American travelers, ending a 15-month ban, and many Americans started dreaming of Italian beaches and Greek islands. But as Covid-19 rates continue to rise across Europe, prohibitive restrictions regarding travel, testing and quarantines might make these seem less appealing. If you’re still trying to make it across the pond this summer, here’s what you should know.  Currently, more EU travel options are [...]