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When is Memorial Day?
Memorial Day date 2013. When is Memorial Day? Here is your guide to upcoming Memorial Day dates for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 to assist your travel planning.
Must-See Sights in Boston
What are the must-see sights in Boston? For first-time visitors or others who have only spent a short stay in Boston, here is New England travel writer Kim Knox Beckius's picks for the 10 must-see attractions in Boston, Massachusetts.
When is Thanksgiving?
When is Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving date 2013 and beyond. Plan Ahead with this guide to the Thanksgiving date for 2013 through 2019. Also past Thanksgiving dates from 2005 to 2012. Thanksgiving in the U.S. is always the fourth Thursday in November.
When is Columbus Day?
Columbus Day date 2013. When is Columbus Day? Here is your guide to upcoming Columbus Day dates for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 to assist your fall travel planning.
New England Oddities
New England Oddities: New England isn't all steepled churches and patriotic landmarks. Here's part one of your A to Z Guide to offbeat, weird, strange, wacky and odd attractions in New England.
Grilled Lobster Recipe
Grilled lobster is a treat! If you are searching for a grilled lobster recipe, here are the basics of how to grill lobsters.
When is Labor Day?
Labor Day date 2013. When is Labor Day? Here is your guide to upcoming Labor Day dates for 2013, 2014, 2014, 2016 and 2017 to assist your travel planning.
Six Flags Coupons Discounts
Six Flags New England coupon and discount offers to help travelers save money on admission to New England's premier amusement park, Six Flags New England in Massachusetts.
Best Driving Directions Online
Many people go online to get free driving directions. But which online driving directions tools are the best and most accurate? Travel writer Kim Knox Beckius, who has field tested many free driving directions services while writing 'Backroads of New England' and other travel books and stories, reviews Mapquest, Yahoo! Maps, Google Maps and other online driving directions Web sites.
Nude in New England
Whether you're a seasoned nudist or a first-timer who wants to try vacationing naked, here's your guide to 10 places to take it all off and go nude in New England. Start here for information on nudist resorts and campgrounds in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
Peak Fall Foliage
Advice on how to see peak fall foliage in New England. Predicting when fall foliage will peak in New England is a crapshoot but New England travel writer Kim Knox Beckius has tips to help you stack the odds of seeing peak foliage in your favor.
Tanglewood Concert Schedule 2013
Tanglewood Music Festival concert schedule 2013. Here is a complete, easy to browse and search schedule of concert performances at Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, for the summer of 2013.
Freedom Trail
A walk along The Freedom Trail is one of the best ways to get acquainted with Boston and to see the city's historic landmarks. Here's a guide to The Freedom Trail for Boston Visitors, plus a virtual photo tour of the stops along the route.
Kim's New England Deal Sheet - New England Travel and Shopping Discounts Packages Last-Minute Deals Bargains
New England travel deals, discounts, offers, bargains, last-minute getaway steals, packages, free stuff, insider tips, and secrets, from New England Guide Kim Knox Beckius.
America's Stonehenge
America's Stonehenge guide and photo tour. You've probably heard of Stonehenge in England, but did you know that America has its own Stone Henge in Salem, New Hampshire? Come along on a virtual photo tour of this attraction's cave-like dwellings, astronomically aligned rock formations, sacrificial stone, and other mysterious structures left behind by an unknown people.
New England Summer Festivals A to Z - Summer 2013 Events in Connecticut Maine Massachusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island Vermont
New England summer festivals guide. New England is bursting with festivals this summer! Here's your A-Z Guide to 2013 summer events in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
Boston North Shore Activities
There are more than 30 antique shops along Route 133 in Essex, Massachusetts, a North Shore town that's just a 45-minute drive from downtown Boston. I have a penchant for vintage jewelry, and my favorite antiques spot in Essex is the White Elephant Shop.
Coloring Pages - Free Fall Leaf Pages for Kids to Color - School Projects - Car Trip Activity
Print these coloring pages before you hit the road on a New England fall foliage car trip for the kids to color and cut out. These free, printable autumn leaf images can also be used for school projects.
Outlet Shopping Guide
Complete guide to outlet shopping in Kittery, Maine, North Conway, New Hampshire, Manchester, Vermont, and all of the New England states. Find the best bargains and deals at outlets in Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont.
Connecticut Brunch Places
Connecticut brunch places. A guide to the best Sunday brunches at restaurants in Connecticut.
New England Cool Things To Do
Looking for unusual and cool things to do in New England? Here's your guide to 10 things you didn't know you can do in New England... starting with... beholding a Giant Sequoia Tree in Rhode Island. Really.
Maine Lighthouse Driving Tour
Maine lighthouse driving tour. How to visit six lighthouses within 20 minutes of Portland, Maine, including detailed driving instructions.
Connecticut Things To Do
Connecticut things to do. Visiting Connecticut and wondering what to do? Here's your guide to the top CT attractions including casinos, museums, beaches, cruises, wineries, America's oldest amusement park and more fun things to do in CT.
Buy Live Maine Lobster Cheap
Buy live maine lobster... cheap! The best place to buy live maine lobster to take home from your visit to Maine is the Pine Point Fisherman's Co-op in Scarborough, Maine. Looking for cheap lobster? The Lobster Co-op also sells live Maine lobster online at very competitive prices.
Plymouth Rock
Plymouth Rock is the most visited rock in New England. Here's your guide to seeing Plymouth Rock, the Plymouth, Massachusetts, landmark where legend has it the Pilgrims landed. Pilgrim Memorial State Park, home of Plymouth Rock, is visited by nearly a million people each year.
Maine Black Flies & Mosquitoes
Here's how to protect yourself from Maine mosquitoes and black flies. These tips will help you reduce mosquitoes and black flies in your yard and prevent bites while enjoying the Maine outdoors so you don't have to spend all summer scratching at nasty mosquito and black fly bites.
Hotels Near Boston Airport
Hotels near Logan. If you're flying in or out of Boston and need to stay near Logan airport, here is your guide to hotels near Boston Logan Airport. Many of these hotels offer free parking and free airport shuttle service. Even if you're not traveling by air, hotels near the airport can be a cheap alternative to pricier lodgings in downtown Boston.
New England Events 2013
These New England events and festivals are ones you won't want to miss! For 2013, the American Bus Association named 19 New England and New York State events to its Top 100 Events in North America list. That makes the Northeast the place to be in 2013.
Tanglewood 2013 Guide
Tanglewood 2013 guide. Tanglewood, there's no better place in all of New England to spread out a picnic blanket, feast on gourmet goodies, and listen to live music as the sun sets and the stars unveil themselves. Here's your complete guide to Tanglewood 2013 including schedule and ticket information.
Things To Do in Portland Maine
From forts to a floating restaurant, lighthouses to the world's largest revolving globe, discover myriad things to do in Portland, Maine, with this guide to the best attractions in Portland and southern Maine. Enjoy memorable experiences, whether you're spending a single day in port on your cruise or vacationing for a week in Maine.
Five Healthy Escapes
Are you looking to get away from it all? Here's a sampling of healthy escapes in New England including spas, a yoga center, more.
Ocean Edge Resort Cape Cod
Ocean Edge Resort Cape Cod: Review. Ocean Edge Resort in Brewster on Cape Cod is a luxury beach resort. With a private beach, four outdoor pools, two indoor pools, luxury rental villas, golf, tennis, hot tubs, spa services, and a summer children's program, it is the ultimate family escape on The Cape.
Castle in the Clouds: A Photo Tour
Castle in the Clouds photo tour. Castle in the Clouds in NH is an architecturally intriguing landmark with stunning views of Lake Winnipesaukee. Enjoy these Castle in the Clouds photos, then plan a visit to Moultonborough, New Hampshire, to tour the castle, hike the estate grounds and dine at the Castle Cafe.
What's New for Summer 2013
What's new for travelers to experience in New England during the summer of 2013? From hotels to tours to events to restaurants, here are the best new reasons to visit the New England states during the summer of 2013.
How To Boil Lobsters
A simple how to on boiling live new england lobsters.
New England Beer Festivals 2013
New England beer festivals 2013 best events. New England was at the forefront of the microbrew revolution, and there's no better place than the Northeast to celebrate craft brewing this summer and fall. Find the right craft brew for you at one of these 2013 beer festivals.
Quincy Market - Faneuil Hall Marketplace - Freedom Trail Virtual Tour - Boston
Boston's Quincy Market, also known as Faneuil Hall Marketplace, is a great place to stop for food during your walk of the 2.5-mile Freedom Trail.
New Hampshire Things To Do
New Hampshire things to do. Considering a New Hampshire trip and wondering what to do? Here's your guide to the top NH attractions including scenic drives, beaches, tax-free shopping, family amusement parks, historic sites, America's Stonehenge, the Anheuser-Busch Brewery and more fun things to do in New Hampshire.
Boston Baked Beans
Boston Baked Beans recipes, plus the answer to your burning question: Why is Boston called Beantown? Here are some wonderful recipes for a New England favorite, Boston Baked Beans, as well as sources for ordering Boston Baked Beans online.
What are Fiddleheads?
What are fiddleheads? Learn about this New England spring delicacy that appears on menus and in markets in the region from about May through early July.
Foxwoods: A Complete Guide
Foxwoods, a Complete Guide to Foxwoods, the World's Largest Casino. Foxwoods Resort Casino celebrates its 16th year in 2008. Here's your complete guide to the Mashantucket Pequot tribe's Foxwoods, the world's largest casino, including directions, bust tours, on- and off-site lodging, gaming, nearby attractions, dining, entertainment and more.
New England Free Things To Do
A guide to free things to do in the New England states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. Plan a budget vacation or affordable day trip with New England travel writer Kim Knox Beckius's picks for New England's 10 best free attractions.
How To Eat a Lobster
How To Eat Lobster: With the lobster's tail spread open, grasp the lobster in the middle with two hands and break the tail away from the body with one decisive twist. What's that green stuff? And the bright red bits? I'll tell you.
New England Flower Festivals
10 Fabulous Flower Festivals in New England and New York State. A guide to spring flower festivals in New England and neighboring New York State. Enjoy spring blooms at one of these colorful events.
Boston Travel Guide - Plan Your Trip to Boston and Cambridge from About.com New England Travel
Boston travel guide. Boston is not just the capital of Massachusetts, it's New England's capital city. Here's a complete Boston and Cambridge Travel Guide to help you plan your trip.
America's Stonehenge Photos
Welcome to our photo tour of America's Stonehenge in Salem, New Hampshire, a mysterious attraction featuring astronomically positioned stones or megaliths.
Llama Facts - A Few Fun Facts About These Curious Creatures Llamas
Llamas - Interesting Facts. Learn more about these pack animals that make perfect hiking companions.
Cheap B&Bs in New England
10 Cheap B&Bs. Looking for a cheap B&B or inn? If your vacation budget is tight, sleep on the cheap at one of these 10 New England B&Bs with rooms under $100.
New England Fall Foliage Central
New England Foliage Central is your New England fall foliage hub, guiding you to the best New England offers each colorful autumn season. You'll find fall travel ideas, New England fall foliage peak times, fall events, projects for families, a New England fall foliage travel planner, leaf peeping web cams, day trips, driving tours, foliage reports and hotlines and more.
Boston Common - Freedom Trail Virtual Photo Tour - Picture of America's Oldest Public Park
Boston Common is America's oldest public park and a 50-acre oasis in the midst of the city. It's also the best starting point for a walk of The Freedom Trail.
Hartford Union Station
Hartford bus and train station. A guide to Hartford Union Station, the train and bus station in Hartford, CT. Union Station in Hartford, Connecticut, is the capital city's transportation hub. The 1914 train and bus station is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Clam Chowder Recipes
Clam chowder recipes from New England. Find a recipe for a new chowder favorite with this collection of popular clam chowder recipes from famed New England restaurants and inns like the Cliff House in Maine, plus recipes for low-calorie, low-fat, crock pot and other chowder varieties.
Connecticut Flea Markets
Find flea markets in Connecticut that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
Hartford Bradley Airport Parking
Hartford Bradley Airport parking guide. Best places to park near Hartford Springfield Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. Abundant parking options are one reason that flying from Bradley Airport is a cinch. Here are picks for the best valet parking and self-park options near Bradley Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut.
Martha's Vineyard Guide
Play your Martha's Vineyard Vacation with this guide to island dining; what to do including shopping and historic sites; martha's vineyard history; lodging options; getting there and more.
New Hampshire Flea Markets
New Hampshire flea markets. Find flea markets in New Hampshire that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
Fall Foliage Driving Tours
New England's country roads beckon throughout the year, but there's no more magnificent time for a driving tour of New England than autumn. Here are some fall foliage driving tours and suggested scenic routes for exploring New England.
Apple Cider Drink Recipes
Apple Cider drink recipes for Halloween, Thanksgiving, autumn, any time! There is no taste that is more evocative of autumn in New England than a hot or cold apple cider beverage. Here are more than a dozen alcoholic and non-alcoholic cider drink recipes for you to try.
Budweiser Clydesdales in NH
The Budweiser Clydesdales are the beverage industry's most recognizable mascots, and you can meet these famous horses by visiting the Clydesdale Hamlet at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in Merrimack, New Hampshire. There are always eight to 10 Clydesdales at the stables, which are open to the public free of charge year-round.
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 strawberry farms in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont.
Gingerbread Houses 2011
Photos of the spectacular gingerbread houses at the Boston Christmas Festival's 2011 competition. See the winners of this annual competition featuring gingerbread houses by Boston chefs, which raises funds this year for Housing Families, Inc.
Getting to Block Island
Getting to Block Island. A guide to Block Island ferries and flights. How to get to Rhode Island's Block Island. Picturesque and secluded Block Island is situated 12 miles off the coast of Rhode Island. Getting to Block Island requires either a ferry boat ride or flight from the mainland. Here is your guide to ferry services and airlines that serve Block Island.
Rhinebeck, NY, Hotel Guide
Rhinebeck NY Hotel Guide. Rhinebeck, New York, is a popular weekend getaway destination. Find a hotel in or near Rhinebeck, NY, with this guide to hotels.
New England Summer Festivals - 2013 Summer Festivals in the New England States
New England is bursting with festivals this summer! Here is part two of your A-Z Guide to 2013 summer events in the New England states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
Fall Foliage Bus Tours
New England fall foliage bus tours. Let someone else do the driving while you take in New England's fabulous fall foliage on an escorted motorcoach tour. These bus tours offer memorable fall foliage itineraries.
Mohegan Sun Nearby Lodging
Hotels and inns near Mohegan Sun Casino. Here are some lodging options if you want to stay near Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville, Connecticut.
Grilling Lobsters
Grilled lobster is delicious, and it's easier to cook lobster on the grill than you might think. Learn how to grill lobster with this visual, step-by-step guide to grilling lobsters.
Samuel Adams Brewery - Boston Massachusetts - See Sam Brew - Visit the Home of Samuel Adams Beer
Tour the Samuel Adams Brewery in Boston for a look at the history of beer in Boston, the beer making process, and Sam Adams' unique microbrews. You'll also get to sample several of the brewery's beers during a tasting after your tour.
Term for Connecticut Resident?
What do you call someone from Connecticut? Connecticuter? Nutmegger? Connecticutian? There are actually several names used for Connecticut residents; here's a look at the best and most acceptable terms.
Attractions Near Foxwoods
Attractions Near Foxwoods/Things To Do Near Foxwoods: If you're heading for Foxwoods, why not stay for a day or two and explore some of the other attractions along the Connecticut and Rhode Island shoreline.
Outline Maps of the New England States - Coloring Pages - School Projects - Car Trip Activity
Print these coloring pages before you hit the road on a New England car trip for the kids to color and cut out. These free outline maps of the New England states and region can also be used for school projects.
Cliff House Chowder Recipe
Cliff House Clam Chowder Recipe: This authentic New England clam chowder recipe has been on the menu at The Cliff House in Ogunquit, Maine, since 1872.
Top Parks
New England's National Parks draw millions of visitors to the region each year. Which are most popular? Here's a top ten list.
Foxwoods Entertainment Guide
Foxwoods Entertainment calendar and guide. Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut offers headline acts, night club entertainers and a variety of other shows and entertainment that will round out your casino experience. Here's your guide to Foxwoods entertainment venues and getting tickets for upcoming shows.
Speak Like a Mainer
Speak like a Mainer. Learn Maine lingo and how to speak with a Maine accent. If you're planning to vacation in Maine, here's how to speak like a native Mainer so you'll fit in up north.
Choose Hampton Beach, New Hamp
Hampton Beach vacation guide. Choose Hampton Beach, NH, for a classic New Hampshire family beach vacation. Plan your Hampton Beach summer vacation with this guide to lodging, attractions, entertainment, camping, vacation rentals, dining, shopping and more.
WaterFire Schedule 2013
WaterFire 2013 schedule. WaterFire is Providence, Rhode Island's signature event. Here are confirmed lighting dates for WaterFire 2013 in Providence, RI.
Cape Cod Travel Guide
Cape Cod travel guide. If you're planning to travel to Cape Cod, Nantucket and/or Martha's Vineyard, this travel guide is your starting place for finding and reserving lodging, designing an itinerary and getting to know Cape Cod vacation possibilities.
Crock Pot Boston Baked Beans Recipe
Crock Pot Boston Baked Beans recipe. An easy recipe for Boston Baked Beans created in our New England Kitchen for a Fourth of July BBQ. Let your crock pot do the work, then enjoy these richly flavored Boston Baked Beans, the perfect summer side dish. Maple syrup gives these beans a touch of sweetness.
New England Vacation Rental Guide
Find New England vacation rentals with this guide to renting a vacation home including cottages, cabins, condos, ski chalets, houses, summer homes, apartments and other rentals in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
New England Family Vacation
New England family vacation ideas. Plan your New England family vacation with these travel ideas and tips for traveling with kids from New England travel expert (and mom) Kim Knox Beckius.
Patriots Day
When is Patriots' Day 2013, and what activities take place in Massachusetts and Maine on this uniquely New England holiday? Here's a look at upcoming dates for Patriots' Day for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017, along with a guide to Patriots' Day traditions including the Boston Marathon and the Patriots' Day Parade in Lexington, Massachusetts.
Most Unique Tours of Boston
Boston tours. Looking for a unique way to tour Boston? Whether you're planning your first trip to Boston or you want to see the city in a whole new way, here are the most unique tours of Boston.
Swan Boats - Boston Public Garden - Boston Photo Album
The swan boats have returned to Boston Public Garden each spring since they were invented in 1877.
Block Island Hotels
Block Island hotels guide. A guide to hotels on Block Island, Rhode Island.
Vermont Covered Bridges Drive
Vermont Covered Bridges driving tour. See five Vermont covered bridges on this driving tour of Bennington County Vermont. These photos of some of Vermont's best preserved covered bridges may inspire you to plan your own covered bridge tour.
Pea Shoots Recipe
Pea shoots and tendrils begin to show up at New England farmer's markets in late June. Wondering how to cook pea shoots? Here's an easy, quick and tasty pea shoots and tendrils recipe from my New England kitchen.
Waterfire Providence
WaterFire Providence is the Rhode Island capital city's signature event. Make plans now to visit Rhode Island to see WaterFire, a spectacular sculpture by Barnaby Evans. Here's your complete guide to WaterFire including the 2013 WaterFire schedule.
Chinese Bus
Chinese Bus is a cheap transportation option between Boston and New York. If you are looking for a budget travel option between Boston and NYC, here is a quick tip on several Chinese bus companies that offer cheap transportation between the two Northeast cities.
Fiddleheads with Mushrooms
Recipe for fiddleheads with mushrooms onions and garlic. A New England fiddleheads recipe.
New England Wineries
Complete guide to sampling the wines of New England by touring vineyards and tasting wines made in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
Boston Marathon Help
The deadly attack at the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, April 15, has aroused global desire to help, to give, to support those whose lives have been turned upside down. If you're a New Englander, a runner or anyone whose heart is in Boston, here are legitimate ways to provide support for victims and for this beautiful, historic city.
Gillette Castle
Gillette Castle in East Haddam is one of Connecticut's most popular and intriguing attractions. The castle, built by actor William Gillette, is open for tours Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Learn more about Gillette Castle State Park and see photos to inspire a visit.
Marginal Way Ogunquit Maine
Marginal Way is a mile-long pathway that extends from Shore Road in Ogunquit, Maine, to the docks of Perkins Cove. The Marginal Way may not look like much to the casual passerby, but its all-encompassing view of the picturesque town of Ogunquit, Maine, and the feelings of total tranquility that walking the Marginal Way provides make it a definite spot to see in New England.
Getting to Foxwoods Casino
How to get to Foxwoods Resort Casino by car, train, ferry, bus or motorcoach.
On-Site Dining at Foxwoods
Foxwoods Dining: Here are some casual to elegant dining options at Foxwoods Resort Casino. Preview the menus of many of the restaurants at Foxwoods.
Massachusetts Flea Markets
Massachusetts flea markets. Find flea markets in Massachusetts that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
Maple Vinaigrette Dressing
Salad Dressing Recipe: Put syrup on your salad with this Maple Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe from the Vermont Maple Foundation's Official Vermont Maple Cookbook.
Easy Recipe Boiled Fiddleheads
An easy recipe for boiled fiddleheads, including advice on where to find wild New England fiddlehead ferns, submitted by Lona of the Hill People.
LL Bean Concert Series
LL Bean concert series. Attend the free LL Bean Concert Series in Freeport, Maine. Discovery Park at the L.L. Bean flagship store in Freeport, Maine, is transformed into an outdoor amphitheater on select concert evenings each summer. If you're vacationing in Maine, catch one of these free concerts if you can.
Boston Travel Discounts
These Boston discount programs for travelers will save you money on your Boston vacation. Whether you're planning a family vacation, a romantic getaway or a business trip, these deals and discount offers can make Boston a more affordable place to visit.
Driving Directions to Foxwoods
Foxwoods Directions: Driving directions to Foxwoods Resort Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut, from New York, Boston, Providence and Hartford.
Moose Alley
Moose Alley, the stretch of Route 3 that runs from Pittsburg, New Hampshire, to the Canadian border, is one of the best places to see moose in New England. It's also a scenic drive through New Hampshire's wild and pristine Great North Woods--moose or no moose.
Fall Foliage Travel Planner
New England fall foliage travel. It's the trip you've dreamed of for months or maybe even years--New England in the glorious, golden autumn. You're in for a spectacular show! Fall is New England's very busiest tourism season, so planning ahead can be your ticket to ensuring a picture-perfect, memorable stay.
L.L. Bean Flagship Store
LL Bean Flagship Store in Freeport, Maine. The L.L. Bean retail store in Freeport, Maine, welcomes more than 3.5 million visitors each year. L.L. Bean's flagship store is open 24 hours a day, 365 days each year. Learn about visiting this legendary retailer, which celebrates its 91st anniversary in 2008.
Caprilands Herb Farm
Caprilands Herb Farm in Coventry is one of the popular dining and shopping attractions in Connecticut's Quiet Corner. Make reservations for high tea, a lecture or a group luncheon and feast on herbs, or shop in the Gift Barn daily for herbal gifts and books. If you can't get to Caprilands, come along on this virtual tour and order herbs by phone.
Blue-Ribbon Garden Urn
First place in the Classic Garden Urn class of the Creative Outdoor Containers division at the Newport Flower Show went to Donna W. Boulay of Newport for this entry, which the judges praised for its 'sumptuous, rich color.'
Mystic Seaport Photo Tour
Mystic Seaport Mystic Connecticut: A virtual photo tour of Mystic Seaport in Mystic, Connecticut, along with information on visiting this 19th-century living history museum that preserves and celebrates America's seafaring heritage.
Kancamagus Highway
Kancamagus Highway scenic drive. New Hampshire's National Scenic Byway with the tongue-twister name--the Kancamagus Highway--is New England's most superb scenic drive and a beloved fall foliage route. Plan your trip along the Kancamagus Highway with this driving tour, excerpted from 'Backroads of New England,' a coffee table and guide book by Kim Knox Beckius with photography by William H. Johnson.
Free Ocean MP3
Free ocean MP3 audio file to download to your iPod or MP3 music player. An .mp3 audio of ocean sounds recorded along the Cliff Walk in Newport, Rhode Island.
Visit Yankee Candle
Yankee Candle in South Deerfield, Massachusetts, is the second most visited tourist attraction in New England. Here is your guide to visiting Yankee Candle.
Foxwoods Closest Airport
Which airport is closest to Foxwoods? If you'd like to fly to Foxwoods, here is the answer to this FAQ about the airport closest to Foxwoods.
Hammonasset Beach State Park
The white, sandy beach at Hammonnasset State Park in Madison is the place to head when it's hot and humid in Connecticut. Here is a quick guide to visiting Hammonasset Beach.
Chebeague Island Inn
Chebeague Island Inn, Maine's historic island hotel, is a place to hit the reset button and rediscover your natural rhythms. This photo tour and review of the Chebeague Island Inn will help you decide if this island getaway in Maine is right for you.
New England Fall Train Tours
A New England fall foliage train tour is an old-fashioned way to experience the beauty of autumn. Here is your guide to scenic fall train tours in the New England states.
Gold Rush
Coos Canyon, a bedrock gorge carved by the Swift River in Byron, Maine, is a prime place to pan for gold. Coos Canyon is also a scenic stop on the drive to Rangeley along Route 17. Here's what you need to know to plan your Coos Canyon gold panning expedition.
Romantic Maine
Top 10 romantic things to do in Portland and southern Maine. Romantic Maine ideas for Valentine's Day or any day.
Shad Season in Connecticut
Shad season in Connecticut. It's a sure sign of spring when the the shad are running in the Connecticut River--and a perfect time to dine on shad, cook up your own shad recipes, visit the Haddam Shad Museum or head for the annual Shad Derby in Windsor, Connecticut.
Best New England Family Resort
Which New England family resort or hotel is best? Travelers choose their favorite family escape in the 2012 New England Travel Readers' Choice Awards. Meet the winner and runners-up.
Maine Flea Markets
Find flea markets in Maine that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
Six Flags New England Tips
Roller coasters and other thrill rides at Six Flags New England. Six Flags New England is a destination for serious adrenaline junkies.
Block Island Car Ferry
Block Island car ferry. Taking a car to Block Island isn't easy. There is only one car ferry that operates between Block Island and mainland Rhode Island. If you need to take a car to Block Island--and it's definitely not necessary during the summer tourism season--here are some tips for getting your vehicle on and off Block Island.
Cruise New England Canada
Considering a New England and Canada cruise vacation? Here are 10 reasons to cruise New England and Canada on Carnival cruises departing from Boston or New York City, along with Carnival Glory photos and first-hand cruise tips from New England travel expert Kim Knox Beckius.
Roncari Express Valet Parking
Roncari Express Valet Parking is one of the best choices for long-term parking near Bradley International Airport in Hartford/Springfield. Here is your guide to parking at Roncari, including information on their STARcard rewards program and discount coupons that will save you money on airport parking.
White Pumpkin
What is a white pumpkin? Here in New England, white pumpkins, once a novelty, are becoming increasingly common, and these intriguing white orbs are all the rage when it comes to chic autumn decorating. But what is a white pumpkin? And what can you do with a white pumpkin? Here's everything you wanted to know about growing, cooking, carving, painting and decorating with white pumpkins.
New England Fall Foliage Tours
New England fall foliage tours. Leave the planning to someone else, and relax and enjoy a guided biking, hiking, walking, bus, train, cruise or aerial New England fall foliage tour this fall.
Bash Bish Falls
Bash Bish Falls, located in southwestern Massachusetts inside Bash Bish Falls State Park, is two waterfalls for the price of one, and the price is free! Visit Massachusetts' highest waterfalls... a photogenic destination for a hike. You'll also find hiking trails and primitive camping in the surrounding Mount Washington State Forest.
New England Aquarium
The New England Aquarium is one of Boston's perpetually popular family attractions. Here's your guide to visiting the Aquarium, or, if you can't get there, come along on a virtual photo tour.
Vermont Outlet Shopping Guide
Vermont has outlet shopping centers in Manchester Center, Brattleboro and near Burlington, but follow the back roads and find even better bargains at some of the hidden outlet, factory stores and bargain emporiums in VT.
How to Get Tanglewood Tickets
Tanglewood tickets. Tanglewood tickets for 2013 are on sale. Tickets for Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, can be ordered online or by phone.
Amtrak's Downeaster
Amtrak's Downeaster service makes it possible to take the train from Boston to Maine. Here's all the information you need to plan your rail trip including stops along the Maine coastal route, schedule and ticket reservation information, train amenities, and more.
Smith & Wesson Shooting Center
Smith & Wesson Shooting Sports Center is in Springfield, Massachusetts. If you're looking for an indoor acitivity on a rainy or blustery day in New England and if you've always wanted to learn how to shoot a gun, visit the Smith & Wesson Shooting Sports Center at the Smith & Wesson Academy in Springfield, Massachusetts, an indoor shooting range where you can experience shooting under the guidance of qualified firearms instructors.
How to Make a Leaf Rubbing
Making your own leaf rubbing is a great fall craft project that allows you to preserve memories of your fall trip to New England.
A New Hampshire Waterfall Tour
Tour 12 New Hampshire waterfalls with this guide to the scenic falls of the Mt. Washington Valley. Spring is the most spectacular season to view and photograph these accessible waterfalls, including the state's highest waterfall, Arethusa Falls, and the romantic Diana's Baths.
Cathedral of the Pines: A Natural Sanctuary in Rindge, New Hampshire
Cathedral of the Pines photo gallery. Cathedral of the Pines is one of New England's most moving and spiritual places. In these pictures, you'll see this natural sanctuary, its Altar of the Nation, the Women's Memorial Bell Tower with bronze plaques designed by Norman Rockwell and Mother's Chapel.
Lodgings Near Foxwoods
Foxwoods hotel guide. Find hotels near Foxwoods Casino. Here are some lodging options if you want to stay near Foxwoods Resort Casino in a hotel, inn, B&B or motel.
Howe Caverns Photo Tour
A photo tour of Howe Caverns in Howes Cave, NY. See pictures of Howe Caverns in central New York State and learn how to plan your own visit to tour this unique underground attraction, which was first discovered in 1842.
How to Cook Fresh Green Beans
How to cook fresh green beans.
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Massachusetts State House - Freedom Trail Virtual Photo Tour - Picture of the State House in Boston
Boston is the capital of Massachusetts, and the State House with its gleaming gold dome is the second stop on The Freedom Trail.
Georgetown, Maine, Tour
The Island of Georgetown, Maine, is one of the Maine coast's best-kept secrets. Take this driving tour to discover some of its hidden gems on a day trip from Southern Maine.
LimoLiner Bus Service
LimoLiner offers elite, affordable luxury bus transportation between New York City and Boston. Here is what you need to know about reserving bus tickets, LimoLiner's schedule, fares, amenities and services, and more.
The Sand Dunes of Cape Cod - Virtual Photo Tour - Art's Dune Tours Provincetown - Do the Dunes
You haven't truly been to Cape Cod unless you've seen the Cape's remarkable sand dunes, and though there are several ways to experience the dunes, by far the most entertaining is Provincetown-based Art's Dune Tours. For a preview of what you'll see on a tour, come along on this virtual photo adventure.
State House Close-Up - Freedom Trail Virtual Tour and Guide - Tour the State House
Completed in 1798, the Massachusetts State House in Boston is an architectural masterpiece designed by Charles Bulfinch. Free tours are available of this Freedom Trail landmark.
Freedom Trail Virtual Tour - Paul Revere Gravesite - Granary Burial Ground
When you visit the Granary Burial Ground during your Freedom Trail tour, be sure to venture inside for a look at the gravesites of historic Boston figures that are buried here--Samuel Adams, Peter Faneuil, John Hancock, and Paul Revere.
Take the Ferry to Newport
Newport ferry from Providence. Avoid traffic and driving hassles by taking the RIPTA ferry from Providence to Newport, Rhode Island. Here's complete information on ferry reservations, tickets, schedules, more.
Newport Rhode Island
Newport, Rhode Island, travel guide. Newport, Rhode Island, is one of New England's must-see places. Here's a complete Newport Travel Guide to help you plan your trip.
Park Street Church - Boston Freedom Trail Virtual Tour and Guide - Historic Church Hosted Anti-Slavery Speeches
The next stop on our Virtual Freedom Trail Tour is the 1809 Park Street Church, which was the site of many important anti-slavery speeches during its early history.
On-Site Hotels at Foxwoods
Foxwoods Hotels: Here are your lodging options if you want to stay right at Foxwoods Resort Casino. The casino has three hotels, Grand Pequot Tower, Great Cedar Hotel and Two Trees Inn.
Fall Foliage Cruises
A New England fall foliage cruise is a great way to see the autumn leaves. Here is your guide to New England fall foliage boat tours, plus cruise lines that offer New England cruises in the fall..

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