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Strawberry Fields
June is strawberry season in New England, and hand-picked strawberries are a tasty souvenir of your New England visit. Here's your guide to pick-your-own farms in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont.

New for 2003 at Lake Compounce
Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut, is America's oldest amusement park, and for 2003, it introduces Clipper Cove, an addition to the Splash Harbor water park, plus Fried Oreos and Whac-A-Mole.

Gwyneth Returneth
Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow returns to the summer theater in the Berkshires that launched her acting career this summer as Rosalind in Shakespeare's 'As You Like It.'

The Bears of Summer
Clark's Trading Post in Lincoln, New Hampshire, is one of the most popular White Mountains attractions, and the best reason to go is the Bear Show. I'll tell you how to visit Clark's Trading Post and take you on a virtual photo tour to watch these amazing, trained North American Black Bears in action.

Oh, What a Knight!
The Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts, is the largest museum in the Western Hemisphere dedicated solely to the exhibition of arms and armor. Come along on a virtual photo tour of this museum that preserves the days of knights.

The World's Longest Candy Counter
Chutter General Store in Littleton, New Hampshire, has the world's longest candy counter and a certificate from the 'Guinness World Records' book to prove it. Visit Chutters or order penny candy online.

There's No Better Cheddar
Cabot Creamery is one of northern Vermont's must-see places. Take a tour and see how cheese is made, sample free cheeses and other dairy products and learn about the history of this unique farm cooperative that has won international awards for its delicious Vermont cheddars.

10 Places to Snowshoe and Cross-Country Ski in Vermont
Here's your guide to 10 nordic centers in Vermont where you can cross-country ski or snowshoe on groomed and natural trails. Whether you're a cross-country skiing beginner or an expert at snowshoeing, you'll find a great place to get out and enjoy winter recreation in Vermont. Information on rentals, lessons, and guided tours, too.

Clam Chowder for the Soul
Order or cook up a New England clam chowder pick-me-up with this guide to New England clam chowder recipes and sources for ordering clam chowder online.

OpSail 2000
Did you miss the tall ships when OpSail 2000 made its first New England stop in Connecticut? I'll take you to see the tall ships virtually with this tour of majestic vessels from Chile, Brazil, the Ukraine, Colombia, and the USA.

Who Wants to be a Travel Writer?
About.com's New England for Visitors site is now accepting reviews, stories, recipes, and photographs from aspiring travel writers. Here's how to submit your material for consideration for online publication.

Strike a Pose
The Cape Neddick Lighthouse in York Beach, Maine, also known as Nubble Light, is one of Maine's most photographed lighthouses. Here's your guide to visiting the historic lighthouse and capturing your own perfect picture.

Fenway Photo Gallery
Fenway Park has been the home of the Boston Red Sox since 1912. Visit this historic ballpark, scheduled to be replaced by a new stadium, on a virtual photo tour. Pedro Martinez is pitching, so put on your Red Sox cap and click along.

Boston Baked Beans
Here are some wonderful recipes for a New England favorite, Boston Baked Beans, plus sources for ordering Boston Baked Beans online.

A Ramble in Reid State Park
Even on a gray day, Reid State Park in Maine comes alive through these photographs of its beaches and scenic views.

Breakfast in New England
Here are some delicious recipes for French toast, pancakes, fritters, and waffles from New England inns and restaurants, just in time for maple syrup season.

Top New England Events 2003
The American Bus Association includes 13 New England and New York State events on its 2003 'Top 100 Events in North America' list.

Top New England Events
The American Bus Association includes eleven New England events on its 2001 'Top 100 Events' list.

Fall for Fondue
Prepare a romantic supper for someone you love with this New England recipe for fondue featuring Vermont cheddar cheese and Calvados apple brandy.

Halloween in Salem: A Photo Album
Come along on a virtual photo tour of Halloween in Salem, Masschusetts, home of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials... if you dare!

Your Time Machine Awaits
A visit to Old Sturbridge Village, where 19th century New England is recreated every day, is a must for any New England travel itinerary. Visit Old Sturbridge Village virtually on this photo tour, or plan your visit with this guide to the Northeast's largest living history museum.

Plimoth Plantation: A Photo Album
Come along on a virtual photo tour of Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth, Massachusetts, home of the 1627 Pilgrim Village.

Who Wants to Be a Top Turkey?
If you like Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, you'll gobble up this Thanksgiving trivia challenge. Do you have the gizzards to be a Top Turkey?

Cookie Recipes from New England Inns
Old-fashioned cookie and brownie recipes from New England inns, just in time for holiday baking. Find a new favorite cookie recipe.

Make Mincemeat
Mincemeat is a traditional Thanksgiving dish. Here is an old-fashioned New England recipe, along with one adapted for modern cooks and published in the Old Sturbridge Village Cookbook, if you'd like to make mincemeat at home.

 
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