When I first learned about Monhegan Island on social media, I knew I wanted to visit the quaint spot off the coast of Maine. I was immediately captivated by videos I'd seen of the Island Inn, its ...

It’s my birthday, and just like last year and the years before that, I’m on an 80-year-old ferry making my way to a remote island 10 miles off the coast of Maine called Monhegan. It’s July, and we’re ...

One of the main cultural shocks Europeans face when visiting the USA is that the entire country seems to be built for cars. While trains now connect most of the country, with South Dakota, Wyoming, ...

GETTING THERE: We drove from Washington, overnighted in the Boston area and then drove 109 miles to Portland and up Route 1 to Port Clyde and the ferry. From Portland, it took us about 21/2 hours to ...

New England’s coastline is dotted with idyllic islands where flawless beaches are abundant and natural beauty is around every bend. Low-key island pleasures include salty sea swims, sandy sunset ...

Cars aren't allowed on the island, which is only 1 square mile and incredibly walkable. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the trip and can't wait to return. When I first learned about Monhegan Island on ...