The Faces of DINE

Brian ShieldsRecently, the members of Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) met for their semi-annual meeting. These meetings rotate between the nine inn members, and this one was held at the Inn at Harbor Hill Marina.  DINE meetings offer … Read more

No skimpflation during your DINE getaway

Less is more graphicThe term “shrinkflation”, a term for spending more and getting less, was coined in a recent NPR article. The article portends, “It’s a situation where we’re paying the same or more for services, but they kinda suck compared Read more

Spotlight on Camden Maine Stay Inn in Camden, Maine

Camden Maine Stay InnToday we will shine the light on the Camden Maine Stay Inn on the Mid-Coast of Maine.  We’ve created this spotlight series to offer up-close and personal views of what make the Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) so special … Read more

Heading into the holidays, DINE innkeepers give thanks

Thankful signIt’s been a year like no other in every innkeepers mind, especially among the Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) members. The Covid-19 pandemic shut down inns across the country, and the 10 DINE inns spent months developing new safety, … Read more

DINE innkeepers check in during the pandemic – updates on their lives – Part 2

Brian Mulcahy at his deskLast week we started our series offering insight into the day in the life of a Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) innkeeper during the Coronavirus shut down.  While most DINE innkeepers are finding themselves with more personal time, they … Read more

Meet the Innkeeper: Angela Comstock of Grafton Inn

Angela Comstock, Innkeeper at Grafton InnSpend any amount of time at the Grafton Inn and you will certainly have the good fortune to meet the innkeeper, Angela Comstock.  You’ll recognize her by the broad smile on her face and the friendly welcome.  Whether engaging with … Read more

Meet the Innkeepers: Drew, Todd and Karen from Captain’s House Inn

Captain's House Inn at dusk with lightsAfter nearly a decade as innkeepers at the Captain’s House Inn, James and Jill Meyer passed the reigns on to a team of owners/innkeepers with strong roots to Chatham and the legacy of hospitality and tourism the town offers.  … Read more

Congratulations and farewell to 2 DINE innkeeping couples

With the new year come new innkeepers in the Distinctive Inns of New England‘s (DINE) ranks. We bid a bittersweet farewell to Erik and Sarah Lindblom of the Captain Jefferds Inn and to James and Jill Meyer of the … Read more

What happens at DINE meetings? Innkeepers smile

Twice a year the innkeepers and owners of the 12 Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) meet to go over business, promotions and new ideas.  If your ears were burning earlier this week, they may have been talking about you … Read more

Five things you’ve always wanted to know about innkeeping: DINE innkeepers answer

Distinctive Inns of New England innkeepers at Chesterfield InnSo, you want to be an innkeeper when you retire?  The Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) innkeepers hear it all the time.  It’s the image of merrily baking muffins, greeting guests with lively and interesting conversation, and making new … Read more

A day in the life of a DINE innkeeper – no Labor Day-off for them

While most enjoy a day of rest on Labor Day, innkeepers and staff at the 12 Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) are busy at work, making memories for their guests.  No rest for the weary at the DINE inns Read more

DINE innkeepers offer 150 years of innkeeping wisdom

DINE innkeepers gather at Rabbit Hill InnWe knew that the 12 Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) were owned and managed by an savvy bunch, but until we added up all their years of innkeeping experience, we didn’t realize the collective wisdom there was.  No wonder … Read more

No resort fees here: DINE inns offer amenity-filled getaways

DINE inns filled with amenities, not crowded seatsWhen asked about hidden hotel and airline fees Peter Greenberg, A multiple Emmy-winning investigative reporter, producer, and Travel Editor for CBS News ,says “Welcome to the home of the brave—and the land of the fee.”  In his Travel Tip article … Read more

Behind the scenes at a Distinctive Inns of New England meeting

Distinctive Inns of New England meetingIt’s difficult to know all that goes into making a New England Inn association successful.  It takes a hard working group of innkeepers, 12 distinctive and dedicated inns, and an esprit-de-corp dedicated to quality and professionalism. The Distinctive Inns Read more

Three travel predictions for inngoers in 2017

Sarah Lindblom from Captain Jefferds Inn hugs guestRecently Booking.com, one of the powerhouses of hotel and accommodations booking directories, offered up some very interesting predictions for travel in 2017.  In an article entitled 8 Big Travel Predictions for 2017, Booking.com used data from 12,781 respondents across … Read more

What we love about inns and B&Bs

Innkeepers from Deerfield Inn and Chesterfield InnSubaru loves to talk about what they love to love about their cars.  This got us thinking about what we love to love about our inns and B&Bs.  The innkeepers at the 12 Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) often … Read more