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100 Things to Do on Cape Cod & the Islands
Discover Cape Cod’s quirky museums, like Toad Hall with its impressive collection of red-only sports cars, or spend the day soaking up the sun along the Cape Cod National Seashore. Attempt to snag the coveted brass ring while riding the Flying Horses Carousel on Martha’s Vineyard, then reward your efforts with freshly-caught lobster at Larsen’s Fish Market. Learn how the Coast Guard came into being at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum and sip a beer at Cisco Brewers, Nantucket’s only brewery. With 100 Things to Do on the Cape & the Islands, you’ll learn about the region’s top spots from a longtime local writer. Order it here.

100 Things to Do in Boston Before You Die
The ultimate insider’s guide to Boston, with essential sights, can’t-miss dining, free musical venues and all sorts of advice even locals will love. Order it here.

 

 

 

 

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Fodor’s New England: with the Best Fall Foliage Drives & Scenic Road Trips
Each Fodor’s Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Kim Foley  MacKinnon served as one here, researching, writing and updating several chapters. Order it here.

 

 

 

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Fodor’s Boston 2014 & 2016
Kim researched, wrote and updated the Exploring Boston,  Sports, and Outdoors sections  in the newest version of this guide (both in 2014 and now for 2016). Order the book here.

 

 

 

 

 

Coverimage smallOutdoors with Kids Boston
Kim’s latest information-packed guide focuses on 100 close-to-home outdoor experiences in and around the city. With tips and tricks, safety and planning information, and activity ideas, this guidebook is the perfect resource for busy parents, or anyone else who enjoys hiking. Released in April 2012. Click here to purchase.

 

 

 

 

Boston Baby: A Field Guide for Urban Parents

This diaper-sized volume is jam-packed with the resources and information local parents need—from where to begin when you bring your bundle of joy home, to surviving a New England winter with a toddler as wild as the weather, to finding (and getting into!) the perfect preschool for your budding genius. With hot tips from Boston parenting experts and essential details on museums, theaters, classes, and play spaces, Boston Baby is an indispensable addition to your diaper bag. Click here to purchase.

 

Previous books include Boston for Families; 101 Luxury Hotel Tips; and A Parent’s Guide to Boston.