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A Fantastic Vacation = Increased Productivity at Work!Did you know that a healthy vacation when you plan active and relaxing activities will result in increased creativity, experiencing new activities, reduce stress, and recharge your internal batteries. I did a lot of research for this blog and the word that kept popping up was creativity. Most research articles report that time away from work boosts creativity which leads to increased productivity at work. It all makes sense. If you don't take a break from the task or project you are working on to problem solve, your brain gets no break from the path it's on. If you change up things and take a vacation with your family or friends, you'll boost your creativity. When you are exposed to new and different things or maybe try something that's out of your wheelhouse will also boost your creativity. Vacations are a great time to do just that - most people try a new activity or explore a new place on vacation. A creativity win! Psychology Today Has a Lot To Say About VacationsElizabeth Padillo Olesen starts her poem about work like this: Work in the morning Work at noon Work in the afternoon and work in the night. Does that sound like you? Well, you're in good company because according to Psychology Today:
Most Americans pride themselves in working hard and being dedicated to their job but research has proven that employees will work harder, have better health, enthusiasm, and perform better at their jobs if they take time off.
Why is that? According to Psychology Today, time spent enjoying leisure activities boosts our satisfaction with life and our marriages, increase good health, and result in us working harder. How could it not? Vacations should be exactly what you envision - unplugging from social media, TV, work and pleasure emails, and just enjoying activities solo or with friends or family that bring you joy. Taking a few days off and only getting up from the couch to eat and go potty will not give you the benefits you're looking for. Your couch should not be your vacation destination. You need to get up and go and do something you love. The break from work will help you to return with a new and enthusiastic point of view.
If you find you are unable to detach from work, you'll end up with burnout that impacts productivity.
Economically, you'd think businesses would encourage folks to use all their vacation time because it's estimated to cost $224 billion per year to pay folks for unused vacation time! Raise your hand if you've ever sold back vacation time to your employer. At the same time, commit to yourself never to do that again. 
Learn How To Avoid Black Flies
This is the BEST New Hampshire Black Fly survival guide!Yeeehaaaa! Winter is OVER! The days are getting longer, April showers bring May flowers, the days are warm and the nights are cool. Don't you just LOVE spring? I do and so do the black flies, or as some folks call them, May flies. While you're ducking the black flies, check out 7 Perfect Summer Days in North Conway, NH. Don't let the black flies keep you from enjoying the outdoors. There are many suggestions later on in this article to keep you black fly free! 
Photo: Jay Philbrick Photography - Taken from Cathedral Ledge
Things to do in North Conway, NH in Summer!
Most vacationers that come to North Conway have a rough idea of what they want to do on vacation - after all, you picked a vacation in the White Mountains and not the beach!
I'll break it down for you into 7 days packed with fun - there's also a bonus 8th day for those that cannot get enough! If you're like me, you spent lots of time in northern NH as a kid. My folks were not athletic but they loved going for rides through the mountains and pick a place to stay along the way! I guess that's when I got my desire to live and work in North Conway! I am a hiker, biker, horseback rider (call me anytime to talk about horses!), kayaker, canoer, explorer, love waterfalls, shop when I need to, LOVE to eat out, am very social so we frequently can be seen enjoying a drink with friends, raised children here and now get to enjoy all the "kid stuff" with the grand babies, and lover of any activity the gets me outdoors summer, fall, winter or spring! Follow along my journey around North Conway and the White Mountains and benefit from the fact that I've wasted time and money on activities and you don't need to make the same mistakes as me. I've included the best of the best in value and fun, things to do in North Conway. I hope you agree! If you play your cards right, you can arrive early and stay late to enjoy 8 perfect summer days with plenty of things to do in North Conway, NH! 
Don't Cry... There are LOTS of Things to DO in North Conway, NH!
Kid Friendly Rainy Day FUN at Four Seasons Lodge in North Conway, NH
Vacationing in North Conway, NH is fun, picturesque, and usually outdoorsy. If you've traveled to town expecting to hike, bike, or tube and Mother Nature throws a few inches of rain into the mix - fear not! There are plenty of kid friendly, indoor and outdoor things to do on a rainy day in North Conway, NH.
Our favorite rainy day activities include; Story Land, Diana's Baths, Mt Washington Valley Children's Museum, Uberblast, M&D Productions, Saco Valley Sports Center, Remick Country Doctor Museum, Tin Mountain Conservation Center, and Ham Arena. Things To Do in North Conway, NH that are Family Friendly
My head spins when I think about how many family friendly things to do in North Conway, NH there are. Most of them are budget friendly too!
North Conway, NH is probably has the most family friendly things to do in all of New England. Tourism and the outdoors are the only industries in the area so you can be sure there are many fun, budget friendly, and outdoorsy activities close-by. A few of my favorites are skiing, doing a covered bridge tour or spending a day hanging out by one and splashing in the water below, and enjoying a day hike that's kid-friendly. 
Saco River Tubing, History & More
The Saco River is a very important part of the White Mountains. It provides a rite of passage sport for newbie vacationers to the area - Saco River tubing. I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that it's one of the most popular outdoor fun things to do in North Conway, NH! I know I probably just upset a few die-hard hikers but come on, who doesn't like kicking back on a sunny day, enjoying an adult beverage or two, having Mother Nature's power propel you down a waterway, knowing the kids are having fun too?
What most folks don't realize is that the Saco River has a rich and interesting history and is a kind of life-blood for NH and Maine residents too. Read on for some interesting factoids you can tuck away to impress someone at your next dinner party! 
Covered Bridges in North Conway, NH
Covered Bridges in North Conway, NH that are Awesome
So, you think you know about covered bridges? Well, you don't! But New Hampshire sure does... well, maybe you build bridges and I shouldn't jump to conclusions but then, you must be interested in North Conway's historic covered bridges!
The White Mountains covered bridge history is wildly interesting. My favorite is the Jackson Kissing Covered Bridge. If you're looking for things to do in North Conway and photo ops, head to the Saco River Covered Bridge in summer, Albany Covered Birdge in winter, and the Swift River Bridge in a snowstorm! If you want to enjoy all the covered bridges that the White Mountains have to offer, you can easily create your very own White Mountains Covered Bridge Tour! 
Jay Philbrick Photography
Summertime Fun for Everyone in North Conway NH
Thinking of heading to North Conway, NH and need a summer fun list of things to do? There are lots of indoor and outdoor things to do in North Conway, NH that will make everyone smile (even cousin Richard). Get your pencil and start taking notes. My top picks include; Saco River Tubing for all ages, hikes for tykes in North Conway, Diana's Baths in summer, relaxing on the Conway Scenic Railroad, enjoying the White Mountain National Forest, and Story Land for folks on a budget.
Remember folks, North Conway, NH is a tourist town so you can bet that there will be things to do that will slap a smile on everyone's face!
I took a chance naming my lodge "Four Seasons Lodge" because 28 years ago, we were essentially a one horse town. Skiing was what we were known for and Settlers Green and North Conway outlets were Johnny Come Lately's! Over the years, folks have become way more outdoorsy, (even though gaming seems to be the #1 sport among teens) and hiking, ice climbing, dog sled races, snowmobiling and more have become a thing. Combine those sports with all the new and super fun White Mountain Attractions, and you'll need two pages for your list! So, let's start. 
Gay Family Reunions
Planning a Gay Family Vacation in North Conway, NH?
Planning a gay family vacation in North Conway, NH? You've picked a perfect spot for it. North Conway, NH is an inclusive, welcoming, and family friendly town with many things to do. We have many gay family vacation tips for out LGBTQ friends. I've lived in North Conway, NH for a long time and like most vacation destinations, it's very gay friendly. Some of the events and highlights for you to consider are; Gay Pride Week in North Conway, NH, all the summer fun you can have in North Conway, NH, delicious North Conway restaurants, and last but not least, the Be Kind Festival at Schouler Park.
North Conway, NH - Not Just a Ski Town
Things To Do in North Conway, NH
Family vacations in North Conway, NH are a huge portion of tourists during every season. There are several great North Conway restaurants when you’re on a budget. Some folks are looking for tips for Saco River tubing and Conway Scenic Railroad for families. Are you worried about surviving North Conway weather? Most visitors don’t know that Mt Washington Auto Road is family friendly and you can enjoy Story Land on a budget too!
North Conway, NH is a very family friendly spot to host your family reunion or friend getaway. Four Seasons Lodge is a wonderful North Conway lodge and perfect for a large group gathering. 
7 Fantastic North Conway Restaurants
Looking for fantastic North Conway Restaurants?
I have 7 favorite restaurants in North Conway, NH and they are a mix of family friendly, foodie, moderately priced, and local North Conway restaurants.
In no particular order, my tip picks for restaurants in North Conway are; Stonehurst Tavern, Almost There, Red Fox Bar and Grill, Taste of Thai, Jalisco, North Conway Country Club, and Horsefeather’s and are all within minutes of Four Seasons Lodge - the best North Conway lodge. Food is not that important to me plus I'm not a foodie and I'm cheap so so those characteristics are absolutely going to influence my top 7 picks.
In no particular order, here are my top 7 North Conway restaurants.
Saco River Tubing - Things to do in North Conway, NH
Saco River Tubing is Fun for Kids of All Ages!
Saco River tubing with kids in summer is an amazing experience for everyone! There are lots of places but we know the best places to tube on the Saco River. Saco River put-in and take-out can be tricky to check out our articles for Saco River tubing tips. My best tip is not to put-in at First Bridge in North Conway. It's very crowded and the water quality is iffy due to all the pee pee (if you get my drift).
You'll want to pick a really hot summer day to partake in one of my favorite things to do in North Conway, NH - Saco River Tubing. The Saco River is the hottest location for tourists and locals alike during the summer--and by hottest, I mean coolest!
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Things To Do in North Conway, NH
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