2 New England Areas Named Among The Best For Dog-Friendly Vacations
Most would agree that your dog is part of the family. So then, shouldn’t dogs come along on your family trip? Daily Paws thinks so, and recently they named three New England locations among the best spots for dog-friendly vacations.
Daily Paws suggests that considering your itinerary and where you will stay is of the utmost importance when beginning to plan your trip. These points will help you think through what the circumstances will be like for your dog. Furthermore, will they enjoy it? Daily Paws describes how the founder of GoPetFriendly.com, Amy Burkert, went on a mission to illuminate the best ways to travel with your dog. This included finding the best spots in the country and the most comfortable way to get there. Burkert now lives in an RV with her husband and dog. Together, they constantly hit the road, document and share their pet-friendly expertise.
In a similar feature, PlanetWare states, “To see the look of contentment as they traverse hills with their tails wagging, run off-leash on a pristine beach with their ears flopping, or savor the last bits of ice cream at a roadside shop is worth every moment spent planning your dog-friendly vacation.”
While a dog spa and doggie daycare sounds nice, they can be expensive. In addition, having your dog in the family vacation photo allows for an unforgettable memory.
New England is fortunate to have many outdoor seasonal locations that are great for taking trips, and have dog-friendly accommodations. Here are the two New England areas featured by Daily Paws and Amy Burkert, that are dog-friendly destinations.
Bar Harbor, Maine
Specifically, the mountain ranges at Acadia National Park offer plenty of dog-friendly adventures and outdoor patios. This area was named in both Daily Paws and PlanetWare.
Eastern Vermont
In fact, in St. Johnsbury, there is a 150-acre haven called Dog Mountain. Here, “Dogs are free to run, play, swim, and (best of all) meet other dogs,” they say.
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Wellfleet, Cape Cod
Cape Cod is an obvious location. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekend, there is perhaps no place that is more popular in Massachusetts. To me, it’s about finding that specific corner of Cape Cod that is right for you. You can camp or find cottages along Cahoon Hallow Road that will enable amazing trips to the beach. Trekking those sand dunes, hitting the three-foot waves (yes, sometimes there are shark warnings), and then getting food at the Beachcomber while listening to the great live music, is my perfect day.
North Conway, New Hampshire
There is never a bad time to visit this charming town. You can ski Cranmore in the winter. Hike, hit the waterfalls, or visit Storyland in the summer. Either way, you will be graced with some amazing local restaurants. In fact, North Conway flies under the radar as one of the best pizza towns in New England. The hotels like Eastern Slope in accommodate any season, and are right in the middle of town where all the bars, restaurants and stores are. This weekend getaway is probably the least “quiet” but has the most amount of options at your fingertips.
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Woodstock, Vermont
The river that runs through Woodstock has a way of speaking to you. It’s serene but can also provide a thrill of pushing you down stream. It’s calming to provide that fresh water cleanse to rid yourself of all that comes with the lights on the city. Lastly, the various rope swings scattered around the town provide a liberating rush. From the climb up the rocks to the swing, to the plunge, you focus on nothing but the joy of that ride. Ramunto’s Brick Oven and Brews is also an essential stop upon each visit.
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Sebago Lake, Maine
Lake life just hits differently. Depending upon where you go around Lake Sebago you get the feeling that nowhere else on the planet exists while you there. Frye Island has the magic of no public cars, local watering holes, and the ability to bike incredible dirt roads. There’s a history there to learn about and local taps to enjoy. It’s common to see jet skiing or pontoon boating anywhere you look within the glistening waters. Furthermore, certain towns offer that one and only general store that has everything you can imagine, from household cleaning supplies to steaks to grill for dinner.
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