Julia Child at the Miami Book Fair, 1989.
When looking for things to do in NH, these prestigious culinarians decided to drop in for some NH dining at this northern New England resort.
Julia Child – Did you know she was an intelligence operative for the American OSS during World War II? But it was a post-war experience in France that led her to fame. She called her first meal in Rouen “an opening up of the soul and spirit,” and went on to spread the French culinary culture worldwide. Read More
Benny performing with President Truman in 1959
Nearly every type of famous person you can imagine has stayed at this remote New Hampshire vacation spot. Here’s a list of just some of the popular comedians who’ve dropped by over the decades…. Read More
Extreme and champion downhill skiers who have stayed at this New Hampshire vacation spot, home to The Balsams Wilderness Ski Area, include:
Dan Egan: Extreme skier, runs Egan Entertainment Network.
Cheryl & Charles Malfetti: The U.S. national ski dancing champs who also founded the International Ski Dancing Association. Read More
Many of the musicians who’ve stayed at this NH hotel are household names … but what else are they?
Frank Sinatra – Far more than a legendary musician, did you know he won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor?
Joe Pass - A jazz guitar legend in his own right, Pass was also one of Sinatra’s musicians, however it’s not clear whether he stayed here at the same time.
The Platters – First rock & roll group ever to have a Top Ten album in America. Read More
History and tradition abound at this NH grand hotel. For example, you may know that New Hampshire is the first state to vote in the presidential primary. But did you also know that Dixville Notch is the first town to vote in each primary as well? Citizens gather in The Balsams’ Ballot Room at midnight on primary day to cast their votes.
Over the years, many presidential candidates have visited Dixville Notch. If they needed lodging, guess where they spent the night? Of course, The Balsams! Below is a short list of presidents and the more notable presidential candidates who’ve been guests at The Balsams.
Have any of your screen heroes stayed at The Balsams Grand Resort Hotel? Many of the actors who’ve spent their New Hampshire vacation here are household names. Below are just a few names you may recall.
Groucho Marx: Apparently he brought Harpo and Chico along. Strangely, they say Harpo never discussed his delightful New Hampshire vacation. Read More
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