The author records a long series of carriage journeys undertaken by a pair of women, presenting episodic travel letters that blend practical advice with vivid scene-setting. The narratives move through coastal and inland New England and into adjacent provinces, portraying mountain passes, river valleys, seaside resorts, inns, village life and various roadside encounters. Organized as regional outings and annual drives, the accounts emphasize the pleasures and challenges of self-directed travel, along with details of equipment, hospitality, and everyday travel etiquette.