Being inspired by my upcoming travels, I wanted to share a great place I found that’s not to far away from Boston, so those who cannot fly anywhere can at least have a mini–getaway.

So a few weeks ago The Russian and I took the commuter rail (gotta stay frugal) to Singing Beach in Manchester–by–the–Sea. Only took about an hour to get there and round trip only cost about $17 per person.

The beach is a short walk away down the same road.  Fun Fact: It’s called singing beach cause the white sand makes a squeaking noise when walked on.

It was a good decision to go to this beach.  During the summer, they charge about $5 a person to walk on the beach.  Totally affordable.  It was a good day.

After a wonderful day of tanning (or in The Russian’s case, burning), we decided to grab a bite, and I was feeling seafood (wonder why).  That’s when we stumbled upon The Landing at 7 Central.  It looked fancy (read: pricy) but it was actually quite affordable, and the view off the back deck couldn’t be beat.

The Russian and I sat back with a couple of beers and enjoyed a lobster roll and some fried clams.  The Lobster roll was buttery and full of knuckle and tail meat with creamy mayo to keep it all together. It was only $16 with fries and a small salad.

The clam plate was also incredible, whole bellied clams with seasoned fries and slaw.  The clams were crunchy yet still burst with the sea when you bit in.  Pure heaven, and still only $19.

So if you ever find you have a day off and it’s actually nice out in Boston for more than five seconds, take a day trip to the beach, and definitely try this place if you do.  It’s always nice to get out of the city for a little and have a really New England–y day.

-L