One Tank Romantic Getaways to New England – Part IV – The Berkshires

Over the past month, we’ve been celebrating the lowest summer gas prices in years with a blog series on one-tank romantic getaways to the Distinctive Inns of New England.  Each week we featured a few of the 12 member Read more

One Tank Romantic Inn to Inn getaways – Part III – Connecticut to the Cape

waterfront rooms at Inn at Harbor Hill MarinaWith gas prices the lowest they’ve been in a decade of summers, we’ve been focusing in on one-tank inn-to-inn itineraries, perfect for that New England romantic getaway this summer. We started with an inn-to-inn escape in Northern New England, … Read more

Basic is no bonus for romantic getaways

HappinessPeter Greenberg, highly acclaimed travel expert, writer and CBS News Travel Editor, recently stated, “I’ve argued for years that the branding message for many airlines should be “we’re not happy until you’re not happy.” In his story on PeterGreenberg.comRead more

Bucket list summer adventures at Distinctive Inns in Massachusetts

Jane Howard, at Deerfield InnIt may still be spring, but summer travel is increasingly on everyone’s minds.  With lower gas prices and warmer temps already underway in the six New England states, travelers are looking toward New England summer vacations. The 12 Distinctive Inns Read more

Five things guest love most about DINE guest rooms

Harding Room at Captain's House Inn, Chatham, MAStay at any of the 12 Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE), and we’re pretty sure that the beautiful guestrooms will be among the top memories you have for your romantic getaway. While usually the food and the welcoming … Read more

Five secrets for creating the perfect romantic getaway

Right around Valentine’s Day the focus turns to romance. After all, it is the holiday of love, so it’s natural that along with romance comes a spotlight on romantic getaways. That’s where Distinctive Inns of New England comes in! With … Read more

A preview of Distinctive Inns of New England summer gardens – Part II

We took you on an armchair walk down our garden memory lane, offering a peek into spring gardens throughout DINE inns in last week’s blog article.  This week, we’ll continue the tour in an effort to continue getting you … Read more

INNside or out, we have you covered in DINEcountry this winter

Rabbit Hill Inn porchOh baby, it’s cold outside.  And this winter there have been days after a new snowfall when it’s wonderful to be outside, walking through the woods beneath new snowfall.  Other times, it’s just too cold.  The 12 Distinctive Inns of 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

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

Honeymoon and DINE

Whether it’s the first time around or the second or third, once you’ve tied the knot it’s time for the fun to really begin. Leave the family and friends behind and focus on each other with an amazing honeymoon getaway … Read more

Whats all this fuss about the Red Chair?

The chair had so much fun exploring the nooks and crannies of Cape Cod, it was chomping at the bit to venture further into New England. At the same time, innkeepers throughout New England following the adventures of the Red Chair requested their own photo sessions with the Red Chair. The next thing we knew, a New England journey was being planned for the Red Chair, and each of the Distinctive Inns of New England are on the list to host the chair!