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Seeing animals in their natural environment is a marvelous spectacle to experience.  Around Salem, there are several opportunities to view majestic marine mammals in their element on these incredible whale watching tours. Cape Ann Whale Watch: Humpbacks, finbacks and minke are among the creatures that you will see during this educational whale... [Read more...]

With summer fast approaching, the amount of time available to get in shape is dwindling, especially if you live in a Salem apartment with pool.  You want to look good for the pool, so you need to step up your working out game. Thankfully, there is the North Shore Boot Camp.  This is a great way to burn off calories, get in shape and tone up your body,... [Read more...]

When preparing dinner in your apartment on the North Shore, you may want to spice it up a bit and try a new recipe.  Although you can always pull out a recipe book, you are probably tired of constantly flipping through these pages to understand what products to use.  Instead, with a proper cooking demonstration and class through Eurostoves, you can know... [Read more...]

Mother's Day is fast approaching, and if you haven't purchased the perfect gift for your mother yet, it is time to get out of your apartment in downtown Salem and check out the different boutiques in the area.  Here, you are sure to find something your mother will love for her present, no matter what her style or tastes are.If your mother loves furniture... [Read more...]

If you are looking for the perfect excuse to get out of your apartment on the North Shore, you need to check out the Cape Ann Brewing Company.  Here, not only can you find some of the finest food and drink in the entire area, but there is always a new act coming to town.  So instead of spending the night inside your apartment on the North Shore, come on... [Read more...]

If you want to support local artisans, chefs and farms, you need to get out of your apartment on the North Shore and check out Vidalia's.  This Beverly Farms market has everything you need to eat fresh and experience local art. From artisan cheeses and signature sandwiches to locally grown produce, everything you put in your mouth is incredibly fresh,... [Read more...]

Just because you are living in an apartment in downtown Salem, doesn't mean you can't completely live green.  Outside of changing out your lightbulbs, you may not completely know what you can do, but this is where the Living Green and Renewable Energy Fair comes into play. The fair is set to take place on Saturday, May 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., right... [Read more...]

Kiteboarding is a peaceful and challenging sport that's perfect to try out at the beaches near Salem as the water warms up this spring.  As you slide over waves on your board, you hold onto a parachute-like "kite" that gently lifts you higher into the air and propels you through the sea. If you enjoy kiteboarding, you need to get out of your apartment... [Read more...]

While living at your Salem apartment, it is important to know where the nearest and best oil changing locations are, so you don't have to drive far or wait long to have your vehicle up and running again.  Right in town and just miles away, you'll find convenient oil change centers close to Hawthorne Commons that will have you driving around the North Shore... [Read more...]

Paintball is a great way to blow of a little bit of steam, all while playing with your friends and neighbors.  Regardless of if you have partaken in paintball hundreds of times, or if it is your first round, there are several paintball locations near your Salem apartment, which provide the necessary gear and equipment.  Check out two paintball courses near... [Read more...]

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