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Starting in May 2009, I wrote for Examiner.com – Boston as the Boston Student Travel Examiner. I was responsible for writing articles about places to visit in Boston that would fit a student budget and interest students visiting (or living) in Boston.
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Georges Island: a ferry ride and a world away
Seven miles from downtown Boston, Georges Island couldn’t be more different. Hop on a ferry at the Boston Harbor and watch as the Boston skyline fades and as tranquility and history comes into focus. For less than $15, you can have yourself a little island paradise.
Top 5 summer things to do or see in Boston
1) Walk the Esplanade: This great walking/biking path follows the Charles River from the harbor area down into Cambridge. Walk through the picturesque Harvard campus and catch a free concert at the Hatchshell all in one day.
Get your modern art fix – for free!
Whether you live in Boston or are just in for the week, the Institute of Contemporary Art should be a stop on your list. Sometimes the $15 entry ($10 for students), will send some of you running to the hills screaming “I Won’t Pay $15 To See Modern Art!” But you are in luck, every Thursday between 5pm and 9pm admission is waived.
Boston Pops, Neil Diamond and fireworks for 4th of July
The Fourth of July is always a big deal in Boston. Storrow Drive closes down, and the city migrates to the banks of the Charles River to watch over 25,000 lbs of fireworks light up the sky to the sounds of “The Star Spangled Banner” performed by the Boston Pops
Boston’s best places to soak up the sun
Let’s face it: June was not a summer month in Boston this year. With temperatures at around 65 degrees and constant precipitation, many of Boston’s residents are itching to soak up some vitamin D. Schools are out, but instead of enjoying the weather, many have been holed up inside watching the late April showers fall.
$1 Megabus tickets from Boston to New York
Most people have been spending less on traveling this year, but what if you could get to the Big Apple for less than the cost of an actual apple?
Free beer and tour at the Samuel Adams brewery
Free tour, free beer – Sam Adams, what can’t you do?
Tucked away in the quaint neighborhood of Jamaica Plain (JP – for short), the Samuel Adams brewery will take you to a simpler time, where all you needed was water, malt, hops and yeast.
Boston Restaurant Week – Summer 2009
Ever wanted to sit down at a high end restaurant and not feel like you are breaking the bank while eating a three course meal? Welcome to Boston’s Restaurant Week!
Boston Restaurant Week: 606 Congress
Chef Gregory Griffie and restaurateur Michael Schlow have created a culinary haven at 606 Congress. The restaurant, located at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel, offers a plethora of food choices that are not usually readily available at a seafood restaurant.
Boston Restaurant Week: Elephant Walk
Face it, your dining hall and microwave can only blend so many flavors. So before we all go back to eating cereal, Ramen Noodles and cold pizza, we should allow our taste buds to have one last dance at The Elephant Walk.
Sheraton Ferncroft becomes Crowne Plaza Boston – North Shore
Today marks the first day of the new Crowne Plaza Boston- North Shore, formerly the Sheraton Ferncroft in Danvers.
“The change brings a new level of service and guest comfort to the already popular location,” states a press release from Sage Hospitality Group.
