Posted by The Balsams Blogging Team on November 9, 2009
One visit to this New Hampshire hotel, where families can be found enjoying wholesome outdoor fun, will give hope to those who fear that simple childhood pleasures may be lost to the modern world. Today’s children and teens are growing up surrounded by technology, and some of them are showing signs of video game addiction. As video games like Grand Theft Auto and World of Warcraft become increasingly complex, detailed, and compelling, many kids would rather spend time on the computer than hanging out with friends, playing sports, or just enjoying the outdoors.
The good news is that getting kids into a wilderness environment helps them clear their heads and gain a whole new perspective on what’s important. So what can parents do to get their kids outside and away from the video games? For a few ideas, check out our latest twelve-step “How to” guide for getting your kids outdoors and active…
Posted by The Balsams Blogging Team on October 20, 2009
Last month, The Balsams blogging team produced a podcast of the New Hampshire hotel’’s strategic partnership to preserve the environment. The Balsams also has a pro-environment approach to its daily operations that extends even to its power-generating process. For example, here is a video tour of a facility most guests seldom visit, a place where patriotism and self-sufficiency mix with environmental friendliness.
Posted by The Balsams Blogging Team on October 19, 2009
Recent studies have shown what folks in the travel industry have been noticing for the past several months—the economic downturn of the past year is reshaping the tourism landscape. This has certainly had an impact in New Hampshire, where tourism is the second largest industry after manufacturing. However, travel revenues are down less than 2% according toAlice DeSouza, director of the New Hampshire Office of Travel and Tourism, and, says Dr. Peter Yesawich, Chairman of Ypartnership, “American travelers are trading down, but not out.” Read More »
Posted by The Balsams Blogging Team on September 21, 2009
Vickie Bunnell Preserve
The Nature Conservancy is an environmental organization with a mission of protecting Earth’s most important natural places in part through worthwhile partnerships.
Daryl Burtnett
When the Nature Conservancy was looking to team up with a green vacation resort to help conserve New Hampshire forests, The Balsams was a natural fit. In this podcast interview, Daryl Burtnett, the Nature Conservancy’s New Hampshire director, explains more about the green partnership and the new programs being offered by the Nature Conservancy to guests at the Balsams. As Burtnett points out, the partnership has already raised critical funds for the Nature Conservancy, but the best way to conserve wild places is actually free – just bring your kids out for a hike!
One visit to this New Hampshire hotel, where families can be found enjoying wholesome outdoor fun, will give hope to those who fear that simple childhood pleasures may be lost to the modern world. Today’s children and teens are growing up surrounded by technology, and some of them are showing signs of video game addiction. As video games like Grand Theft Auto and World of Warcraft become increasingly complex, detailed, and compelling, many kids would rather spend time on the computer than hanging out with friends, playing sports, or just enjoying the outdoors.
Recent studies have shown what folks in the travel industry have been noticing for the past several months—the economic downturn of the past year is reshaping the tourism landscape. This has certainly had an impact in New Hampshire, where tourism is the second largest industry after manufacturing. However, travel revenues are down less than 2% according to Alice DeSouza, director of the 
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