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A new White Mountains attraction invites you to sweat it out this spring
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A Nordic-inspired sauna recently opened in the White Mountains and guests rotate between steamy saunas and cold plunges on a 1,000 square-foot deck with spectacular mountain views. I chatted with the owner about this unique experience in the popular vacation destination.
This week, I’m also sharing the best seafood restaurants in Maine, Patriots Day activities, hotel and camping deals, all the info you need about the Amtrak Downeaster this season, and more.
Mingle with worldwide guests at this Nordic-inspired New Hampshire sauna
White Mountain Sauna Haus debuted this year inside a renovated 1800s barn in North Conway. Guests spend time in two traditional Finnish saunas, three plunge pools, a cafe, and a community fire pit. I chatted with one of the owners about how the contrast therapy studio works, the health benefits, and where visitors are traveling there from
Patriots Day events in Massachusetts
Monday is Patriots Day and there’s so much happening across the city and state. I’ve got all the information you need about the parades, historical reenactments, Boston Marathon, Red Sox game, and more. Speaking of the Boston Marathon, find out how readers feel about it not making a list of best marathons in the United States.
Find the best seafood in Maine
After TravelMag published a list of 10 “can’t-miss” seafood restaurants in Maine, Boston.com readers were largely unimpressed. Their favorite spot from the TravelMag list was The Clam Shack in Kennebunkport (I’ve devoured their clams and can’t argue with that!). Check out where else readers love to go for seafood in Maine.
Travel tips
- Still looking for accommodations for the World Cup this summer? Massachusetts campgrounds are reporting availability during match days.
- Want to travel to Maine this season without the hassle of driving, parking, and tolls? Check out all the places you can go on the Amtrak Downeaster. Bonus: kids age 2 to 12 can ride for half off.
- In response to a rise in bear encounters, the White Mountain National Forest is requiring a new food storage requirement for overnight visitors beginning on May 1.
Deals and steals
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- Families can save money at Great Wolf Lodge this summer when buying a season pass. Choose from a $350 unlimited pass and a $100 limited pass, both good for trips between May 1-Aug. 31. Also, save up to 30% off during a spring flash sale when booking by April 19.
- Campers can get 25% off select sites and cabins at Jellystone Park Cranberry Acres in Carver when booking by May 21 for stays between April 17 and May 21.
- Are you running the Boston Marathon? Check out free and discounted food, activities, and products Seaport businesses are offering runners this weekend.
- For those exploring Boston this month, Check out 10 free things to do in April.
I’ll leave you with this photo from our multimedia producer Hussein Hammouda, who spotted a fox during a recent trip to Drumlin Farm in Lincoln.
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