The Summer of 100 Beaches

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Destinations: Two or More Days in a Single Base Location

  • Salisbury Beach MA: Camping, Biking & Beach Food

    Salisbury Beach MA: Camping, Biking & Beach Food

    Salisbury Beach, Massachusetts – A Comeback Story This Salisbury Beach, Massachusetts guide covers the best camping at The Pines, the short bike ride to Groundswell Cafe, and why this classic beach town is worth a second look. Three trips in 2020, a growing appreciation, and now I’m a believer. Three trips were made to Salisbury…

  • Hampton Beach NH: Lively Strip, Bands & Breakfast

    Hampton Beach NH: Lively Strip, Bands & Breakfast

    Hampton Beach, New Hampshire – Family Fun & Live Music Plan a day trip to Hampton Beach, NH — wide sandy beach, lively beachfront arcades, live music, and breakfast at The Coffee Break Cafe. Family‑friendly fun on the New Hampshire coast. Hampton Beach, NH is a short bike ride north of Salisbury, MA. It has…

  • Bar Harbor: Camping, Bike Rides & Acadia Food Guide

    Bar Harbor: Camping, Bike Rides & Acadia Food Guide

    Rugged Maine Coastline, ocean views, and a national park. A masterful blend of dramatic maritime scenery, rich history, outdoor adventure, and world-class culinary experiences. While most visitors crowd into Bar Harbor, this guide focuses on the quieter, equally stunning Schoodic Peninsula — with insider tips on camping, biking, and the best local seafood. Bar Harbor,…

Day Trips: Adventures From Home Base Or On The Road

  • Old Orchard Beach ME: Pier, Arcades & Beach Food

    Old Orchard Beach ME: Pier, Arcades & Beach Food

    New England’s ultimate, high-energy sandbox and a nostalgic throwback to the classic American seaside resort. This guide to Old Orchard Beach, Maine covers everything from the historic pier and Palace Playland arcades to the best fried dough and the quiet contrast of Ocean Park. The energy here is infectious, fueled by a vibrant mix of…

  • Popham Beach ME: Fort, Sandbars & Coastal Views

    Popham Beach ME: Fort, Sandbars & Coastal Views

    An old stone fort to explore, one of the largest sandy beaches in Maine, and a small coastal village. This Popham Beach, Maine travel guide covers the best ways to enjoy the massive sandy beach, explore the Civil War fort, and find the best seafood in town — including the only place in town. Popham,…

  • Chebeague Island Day Trip: Ferry, Bike & Food Guide

    Chebeague Island Day Trip: Ferry, Bike & Food Guide

    Cookies, a Ferry, and Quiet Maine Island Roads Plan a car-free day trip to Chebeague Island by ferry. The adventure starts with fresh-baked cookies in Yarmouth and leads to quiet island roads, a hidden sandbar, and a bowl of the best clam chowder in Maine — all without a car. Getting to Chebeague Island is…