Explore Boston's Best with Newbury Guest House Blog
Meet Dave Garabedian, Newbury Guest House owner, native Bostonian, and your expert on the best of Boston’s Back Bay. “From history to architecture to shopping and dining, our city has so much to surprise and delight our guests – and so much of it is right outside our front door. We love helping them discover it, watching them fall in love with it, and seeing them return year after year to explore even more.
Watch this space for the latest from Dave and the NGH staff on what’s old (it’s Boston, after all), what’s new, what to do, and what not to miss.
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Boston’s Best Speakeasies (From a Perfect Home Base on Newbury Street)
What is a speakeasy? Speakeasies were hidden bars during U.S. Prohibition (1920–1933), illicit spots that sold alcohol behind unmarked doors, secret passwords, or decoy storefronts. Today, many legal bars borrow the style: discreet entrances, intimate rooms, and meticulously crafted drinks.
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10 Ways to Make the Best Out of Your Boston Visit
Boston isn’t just a city you visit — it’s a city you feel. The history, the walkability, the European charm, the cafés where you can sip something warm and people-watch for hours… it’s a place that stays with you long after your return flight home. Having spent time photographing and exploring Boston’s Back Bay — especially while working on the Newbury Guest House website — I’ve learned that the best Boston experiences come from slowing down and letting the city reveal itself to you.
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FIFA World Cup 26™ Tickets, Your Guide to Boston’s Biggest Matches – June 13 – July 9, 2026
Get Ready to Experience Soccer’s Biggest Stage The excitement is real, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is heading to Boston, and with it comes a rush for one of the hottest items in global sports: Boston will host SEVEN MATCHES. Fans from around the world are preparing to secure their seats for this historic event, which will bring top clubs from Europe, South America, Asia, and beyond to compete in the United States for the first time on this scale. And with Boston’s Gillette Stadium hosting seven matches, including five group-stage games, a Round of 32 clash, and a massive quarterfinal, demand for tickets is already heating up.
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“Little Italy” in Boston: A European-Flavored Stroll Through the North End
Short answer: Boston’s “Little Italy” is the North End, a compact, historic neighborhood of narrow streets, old-world cafés, and pasta-packed restaurants (plus major Freedom Trail sites like Paul Revere House and Old North Church). From Newbury Guest House, it’s about a 25–35 minute walk (roughly 2 miles) or ~15–20 minutes by the ‘T’ to the heart of Hanover & Salem Streets.
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The One Red Seat at Fenway (Yes, You Can Sit There)
If you’ve ever looked out over the sea of green at Fenway Park and wondered why there’s one lone red seat way out in the right-field bleachers… welcome to one of Boston’s favorite inside jokes. That splash of red, Section 42, Row 37, Seat 21, marks where a Ted Williams moonshot famously landed on June 9, 1946. The Sox later painted it red to commemorate the longest homer in Fenway history.
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What is on Boylston Street in Boston?
Boylston Street in Boston is a landmark boulevard running through Back Bay and Copley Square, home to the Boston Marathon finish line, the Boston Public Library, and the Prudential Center, blending iconic sights, upscale shopping, and great dining just steps from Newbury Guest House. Landmarks & culture Start at Copley Square, where the Boston Marathon finish line stripes Boylston near the Library. The Boston Public Library (McKim Building) anchors the square at 700 Boylston St, about a six-minute walk from Newbury Guest House, offering exhibitions, reading rooms, and a stunning courtyard. Head west to the Prudential Center at 800 Boylston St, a shopping/dining hub and home to View Boston, the 360° observation experience with sweeping city views. A block farther is the Hynes Convention Center at 900 Boylston St, a frequent host of festivals and major events. From spring through fall, don’t miss the Boston Open Market, local makers and artists set up each Saturday along the Boylst
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The Road to Glory: How FIFA Club World Cup Brackets Work
The Road to Glory: How FIFA Club World Cup Brackets Work Every fan loves the moment when a match becomes win-or-go-home. That drama is built into the FIFA Club World Cup brackets, the tournament roadmap that decides who survives, who advances, and who lifts the trophy. For the 2026 edition, the format will be the most ambitious in history, more teams, more matches, and more unforgettable nights.
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2026 FIFA Club World Cup, Get Ready, Boston!
The excitement is building, the 2026 FIFA Club World Cup is headed to Boston, and the city is already buzzing with anticipation. In summer 2026, fans from around the world will flock to New England to watch soccer history unfold on American soil. Seven thrilling matches will take place at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, officially designated as Boston Stadium for the tournament. These include five group stage games, one Round of 32 match, and a dramatic quarterfinal showdown on July 9, 2026. For soccer lovers, this isn’t just another event, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The 2026 FIFA Club World Cup marks a massive milestone in global sports, bringing together the best teams and fans from every continent. If you’ve ever dreamed of being part of an international soccer celebration, this is your moment.
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Where Can I Get the Best Lobster Roll in Boston?
If you’re visiting Boston and you don’t try a lobster roll, did you even really visit? Around here, it’s more than just a sandwich—it’s a local obsession. At Newbury Guest House, we hear this question almost daily: “Where can I get the best lobster roll?” Let’s dive in. Bib optional.