Cranmore Mountain Lodge Blog

More and more couples are eloping these days, splitting the difference between a traditional wedding (which can be bloated and boring) and an exotic destination wedding (which can be eye-wateringly expensive). North Conway has quickly become a hotspot because it’s not only a beautiful place, rich in nature, cuisine, and activities, but it also allows couples to keep things trim and efficient without compromising on the magic of the occasion.  

It’s an understatement to say that many people overthink their weddings. In fact, several seasons of very successful TV shows have focused solely on this fact. So it’s no surprise that many are choosing to simplify their special day and do what is called a “micro-wedding” or “mini-monie.” What started as a necessity during the pandemic has now become a sweeping trend that enables people to save money and avoid becoming a bride or groom “zilla” in the run-up to the big event.

But keeping things small doesn’t mean compromising on showing your future spouse how much they matter and creating something you’ll think about fondly for a lifetime. Here’s why couples from all over the country are flocking to North Conway and the White Mountains to tie the knot.

The days are running together, and you’re burnt out. A regular vacation isn’t going to do the trick—being tired and stressed while sitting next to the pool sipping umbrella drinks won’t make you stop thinking about your ever-filling inbox, which is just begging to be checked.

This is why so many people are choosing to go on wellness retreats, enabling them to recharge and refocus after a few dedicated days of disconnection from work and regular life. But while this sounds great on the surface, putting one together can be quite the task itself—but not if you choose to do it in North Conway.

Shopping for Dad is hard.

He “doesn’t want anything.” He has more ties than he’ll ever wear, his closet is 70% socks, and he’s had countless steak dinners.

A trip could shake things up while showing him you truly care, but all dads are different, and you’d probably like to have fun too, right? Fortunately, North Conway has you covered this Father’s Day, offering a bevy of activities so you can find things that are perfectly suited to both of you.  

The broad and beautiful vistas of the White Mountains are what draw thousands of visitors to North Conway every year, but there is plenty to see beyond the gorgeous sea of trees! The area is teeming with wildlife, and Spring is an ideal time to spot then flying, skittering, or loping around. Of course, you don’t need to just wander into the woods and hope for the best—these three spots will let you enjoy the local fauna and support local conservation efforts at the same time!

While some people love traveling with their spouse, partner, or best friend, for you, your favorite companion is your camera. What better souvenir is there than a stunning photo of a beautiful place that ensures the memories always stay fresh? North Conway has been a photographer’s destination for decades, and if you’re planning your next shutterbug adventure, here are the top four spots worth maxing out your memory cards.

You’ve given her flowers. You’ve given her chocolates. You’ve even given her chocolate flowers! It can be tough deciding what to do for Mother’s Day year after year, so why not change things up? A quick trip to North Conway can help you spend quality time with your mom in a beautiful place while giving you plenty of opportunities to show her how special she is. The town is ready to back you up with these four great offerings that are PERFECT for all types of moms!

It seems like it was just New Years, and now Memorial Day is just around the corner! Where does the time go? That’s a big question, but you need to figure out what you’re doing for the holiday first. Instead of the typical backyard BBQ, many people take a refreshing escape to North Conway as the weather starts to heat up. Thankfully, there is plenty to do for visitors of all ages, whether you want to be active or just sit and enjoy the crisp, clean air.

When most people think about going on vacation, they imagine themselves sitting in a comfy chair, colorful drink in hand, trying to come up with a name for the meal between lunch and dinner they are about to eat.

But you aren’t like most people.

You travel to have experiences, ones that allow you to stretch your legs both literally and metaphorically so you come back with more than just pictures and souvenirs. If this sounds familiar, then these yoga retreats in North Conway will seem like they were made just for you.

Have you ever had real maple syrup? If you’re part of the lucky minority who has, did you get to taste it in the same place where it was made, maybe even standing next to the tree where it was tapped while snow gently falls on your shoulders? If this sounds like an experience you’d like to have, then you’re spoiled for choice in North Conway, as you have two distinctly different but incredible maple sugaring experiences to choose between.