Singles, this one’s for you: DINE celebrates the unattached on Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day packages for singles at Distinctive Inns of New EnglandThey say Valentine’s Day is for lovers, but for the 50-or-more percent of Americans who remain unattached and single on Valentine’s Day it’s a ruthless reminder that they’re on their own to buy chocolates and roses. Distinctive Inns of New Read more

Resolution Solutions: Two DINE inn packages offering resolution success

Resolution solutions from Distinctive Inns of New EnglandSomething like 95-percent of Americans make resolutions at the beginning of the new year.  And something like 95-percent of that 95-percent don’t make it past the first month in fulfilling those resolutions.  The 12 members of Distinctive Inns of New Read more

The Up side of Down Time

According to the U.S. Travel Association (USTA) , a curious phenomenon has occurred in our country. In less than 15 years, U.S. workers have lost a week of vacation time. For years, Americans used and enjoyed more than 20 vacation … Read more

A preview of summer gardens – Part I

Cliffside Inn's mascot Koty, sitting in the spring daffodilsSpring has sprung, the grass is riz (in some parts of #DINEcountry), DINE inns are where the birdies is! At long last, spring has come to the Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) and sunshine plus warmer temps mean spring … Read more

Three great reasons to WINE and DINE

Julia Childs quote about wine and dineWe read over and over again that vacations are good for one’s health. The new scenery stimulates the brain and time away from the stress of office and home allows the body to relax and revive. After the winter we’ve … Read more

Finding love in all the right places throughout February

romance at Distinctive Inns of New EnglandWhile every day is Valentine’s Day in DINE country, we like to think of February as the month for lovers.  Visit any of the 11 Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) and you’ll find plenty of couples around crackling fires.  … Read more

Not your Grandma’s house, Part II

Delicious dessert from Chesterfield InnLast week we introduced our newest campaign, #Notyourgrandmashouse.  It’s an effort to show those who’ve never been to a B&B that today’s inns are not filled with old, uncomfortable antiques, lace covered bureaus and no, you won’t have to … Read more

Stop the busy

Chances are you’re just beginning to recover from the holidaze. Hanukkah and Christmas are recent memories with all their shopping, wrapping and entertaining, and then there’s the week in between until New Year’s. Add Kwanzaa, Solstice, Pan American Aviation Day … Read more

DINE inns thank veterans with November specials

Man in U.s. Marine Corps Uniform Saluting American FlagFor many years, B&Bs throughout the country have taken to thanking veterans and active military for their service with special offers in November, in honor of Veteran’s Day.  This year, in keeping with our efforts to thank those under-recognized groups … Read more

Life is short.  Take the vacation.

You never know what can happen. Life really is short; you never know what’s around the corner, so now is the time to enjoy it. Seize the day. Take the vacation. Throw convention aside and invest in you, your experiences and your soul mate.

Part II: DINE and devour – Culinary packages from Distinctive Inns

Last week we introduced some of the themed packages offered by the 11 Distinctive Inns of New England, focusing on romantic getaways and weekend retreats. Because we all know the way to your loved ones’ heart is through their stomach, we’ll focus on some of the fabulous culinary vacations and wonderful foodie experiences at DINE Inns.

Part I: DINE inns offer packages year-round

 Holidays2013-InnHarborHill-porch-smallerThe fact that the 11 DINE inns are distinctive is a great reason to book a stay with one of these special and romantic New England Inns.  Yet, for some, it’s the packages offered by these inns that entice couples Read more

DINE inns honor farmers in March

Farmers-thankyouYou may recall a December post in the DINE blog about honoring under recognized groups throughout 2014. We announced back then that Distinctive Inns of New England was planning a series of promotions to honor deserving groups of people who … Read more

What do Independence Day and strawberries have in common?

It seems like an unusual combination, but what do July 4th and strawberries have in common?  They’re both highlights of July in DINE country!  We’re right about at the height of strawberry season, and with July 4th right around … Read more

DINE advice for a perfect Valentine's Day

Take time for you and the one you love with a DINE getawayHallmark may tell you what your Valentine really wants this year is a card.  Teleflora will tell you to express your love with flowers and Russell Stover will suggest you say it with chocolate.  While traditional, these are not the … Read more

More Valentine’s Day getaways and other romantic ideas from Distinctive Inns of New England

In last week’s blog post, we shared some great ideas for Valentine’s Day getaways at The Inn at Thorn Hill and Gateway’s Inn. We congratulated the Captain’s House Inn on their inclusion in the Top 25 Inns & Read more

Recent news, special offers and Valentine’s Day packages from DINE

There’s so much happening at the 11 Distinctive Inns of New England, it’ll take two blog entries to tell all the news.  From Valentine’s Day packages to HOT DATE rates, this is the time for a winter escape to … Read more