Excuse me while I rant about these hotel shortcomings

I’m just back from a five-day road trip, and my inner curmudgeon is on a rant. Whether I’m staying at a cheap no-frills motel, a fancy-schmancy inn, or a five-star resort, what I seek in a room — beyond cleanliness and a good mattress — is...

Maine — Foliage without hype or crowds

Vermont gets all the press — but it also gets gazillions of leaf peepers. If you want to enjoy the colors with fewer crowds, and perhaps get the bonus of those brilliant colors reflected in shimmering ocean waters, scoot up to Maine. But first, check the foliage...