Field Notes
Exploring American Charm
At The Travelers’ Field Guide, we believe that travel isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about following curiosity. The best stories don’t always come from guidebooks. They come from winding back roads, unplanned stops, roadside diners, and conversations with locals you’ll never forget.
This is where we keep those stories.
Some are destination deep-dives. Others are short snapshots. All are written with a traveler’s eye and a storyteller’s heart.
Whether you’re planning your next getaway or just daydreaming about the open road—welcome. You’re in the right place.
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The Best Fall Festivals by State (Maine–Florida)
From pumpkin patches in New England to oyster feasts and apple harvests farther south, every state along the East Coast has a festival that feels like fall. September and October weekends are packed with food, music, and small-town traditions worth the trip.
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Connecticut’s Quiet Shore Towns After Labor Day
After Labor Day, Connecticut’s shoreline shifts gears. The beaches are wide open, the sidewalks quiet, and small towns like Old Saybrook and Madison feel more like themselves. September is when the coast trades summer rush for calm charm.
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Leaf Peeping Road Trips: From Maine to Virginia
The East Coast does autumn in bold strokes — scarlet ridges, golden valleys, and winding roads that beg for one more mile. Here are the leaf-peeping routes worth chasing this season, plus the cider mills, festivals, and diners that make them unforgettable.
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5 Reasons to Love September on the Coast
September is the coast’s best-kept secret. The crowds are gone, the prices drop, and the beaches, food, and festivals are yours to enjoy at a slower pace. It’s when the shoreline feels like it belongs to you again.
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36 Hours in South County, Rhode Island
Thirty-six hours in South County is all it takes to reset: oysters on the water, trails through salt marshes, and the steady surf at Narragansett Town Beach.
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A Long Weekend on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast
A slow, salty weekend on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast—featuring shrimp burgers, wild horses, rooftop sunsets, and two towns that make you forget what day it is. Come for the beach, stay for the stories that stick with you long after the sand’s gone from your shoes.
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Skip the Crowds: These 7 Hidden Beach Towns Are Worth the Drive
From Maine to Georgia, these 7 underrated beach towns offer quiet shores, local charm, and the kind of summer escape you’ll want to keep all to yourself. Perfect for travelers who prefer clam shacks over crowds and sunsets over souvenirs.
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Scooped 2025: How to Turn Your Summer Into One Sweet Road Trip
The 2025 Scooped: An Ice Cream Trail features 40+ creameries across Pennsylvania serving up farm-fresh ice cream, wild flavors, and hometown charm. Check in with your digital passport to earn rewards like a stainless-steel tumbler—or even a farm getaway in Lancaster County.
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What’s Happening This July in the Southeast Pt. 2
From Blue Angels soaring over Pensacola to ice cream in Piedmont Park and pickle-themed parties in Macon, Georgia and Florida serve up some of July’s most flavorful events. Here are the can’t-miss highlights for your Southern summer calendar.