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Clam Chowder Recipes
Clam chowder recipes from New England. Find a recipe for a new chowder favorite.
Tanglewood Concert Schedule - Tanglewood Music Festival 2009 Season Schedule - Boston Symphony Orchestra Summer Home Massachusetts Berkshires
Tanglewood Music Festival concert schedule 2009. Here is a complete schedule of concert performances at Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, for the summer of 2009.
Tanglewood 2009 Guide
Tanglewood 2009 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 2009 including schedule and ticket information.
Boston Baked Beans
Here are some wonderful recipes for a New England favorite, Boston Baked Beans, plus sources for ordering Boston Baked Beans online.
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 Memorial Day?
Memorial Day date planner. When is Memorial Day? Here is your guide to upcoming Memorial Day dates for 2009 to 2013 to assist your travel planning.
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.
New England Foliage Central - Autumn in New England - Complete Guide to Fall for Travelers and Others Who Love the Season
New England Foliage Central. Here's your New England fall foliage hub on the Internet, guiding you to the best the region has to offer this colorful autumn season. You'll find colorful fall features, games and projects for families, a New England fall foliage travel planner, leaf peeping web cams, day trip ideas, driving tours, foliage reports and hotlines and more.
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.
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.
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.
When is Thanksgiving?
When is Thanksgiving? Plan Ahead with this guide to Thanksgiving dates for 2009 through 2015. Thanksgiving in the U.S. is always the fourth Thursday in November.
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.
New England Summer Festivals A to Z - Your Guide to the Hottest Summer 2009 Events in Connecticut Maine Massachusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island and Vermont
New England is bursting with festivals this summer! Here's your A-Z Guide to 2009 summer events in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
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.
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.
Fall Foliage Travel Planner
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.
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.
Peak Fall Foliage
Peak Fall Foliage: Advice on how to see peak fall foliage in New England. Mother Nature has a mind of her own, and predicting when fall foliage will peak in New England is a crapshoot at best. Still, New England travel writer Kim Knox Beckius has a few tips to help you stack the odds of seeing peak foliage in your favor.
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.
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.
Boston Harborfest 4th of July
Boston Harborfest 4th of July celebration. Celebrate America's Independence Day in one of its most patriotic cities, Boston.
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.
Hampton Beach Vacation Guide
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.
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.
How to Get Tanglewood Tickets
Tanglewood tickets. Tanglewood tickets go on sale Sunday, February 15, 2009. Tickets for Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, can be ordered online or by phone.
Kim's New England Deal Sheet - New England Travel and Shopping Discounts, Deals, Packages, Bargains, Free Stuff, Special Offers
New England travel discounts, offers, bargains, deals, packages, free stuff, insider tips, and secrets, from New England Guide Kim Knox Beckius.
WaterFire Providence 2009
WaterFire Providence 2009 schedule. WaterFire is Providence, Rhode Island's signature event.
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.
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.
Buy Live Maine Lobster Cheap
Buy Live Maine Lobster: 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.
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.
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.
Six Flags New England
Six Flags New England travel guide. Here's your guide to Six Flags New England, the region's largest theme park. Six Flags Theme Parks Inc. added the former Riverside Amusement Park in Agawam, Massachusetts, to its flock of amusement parks in 2000.
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.
Getting to Foxwoods Casino
How to get to Foxwoods Resort Casino by car, train, ferry, bus or motorcoach.
How To Boil Lobsters
A simple how to on boiling live new england lobsters.
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.
Dramatic Plunge
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.
Best Driving Directions Online
Driving Directions: 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.
Lake Compounce Discount
Lake Compounce discount tickets. Here's how to save money by purchasing discount tickets to Lake Compounce amusement park in Bristol, Connecticut.
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.
Lake Compounce
Lake Compounce 2009. Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut, is America's oldest amusement park and Connecticut's largest water park. New for 2009, you'll find three new rides including WipeOut, the Slush Factory, RockNation and other new shows, more.
Kim's Country Clam Chowder
New England Clam Chowder Recipe: This recipe for Kim's Country Clam Chowder, a thick, hearty New England clam chowder, comes from the kitchen of New England travel writer Kim Knox Beckius.
New England Summer Festivals A to Z Part 2- Your Guide to the Hottest Summer 2009 Events in Connecticut Maine Massachusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island and Vermont
New England is bursting with festivals this summer! Here is part two of your A-Z Guide to 2009 summer events in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
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.
Boston Travel Guide - Plan Your Trip to Boston and Cambridge - From About.com's New England for Visitors
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.
Gillette Stadium Hotels
Gillette Stadium hotel guide. Where to stay when visiting Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, MA, for a New England Patriots or New England Revolution game, a concert or other event.
Vacation Rental Guide
Complete guide to renting a vacation home in New England including cottages, cabins, condos, ski chalets, houses, summer homes, apartments, and other rentals in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
Cape Cod Travel - Plan a Trip to Cape Cod Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard with this Travel Guide
Cape Cod travel guide. If you're planning a trip 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 the Cape's vacation possibilities.
Boston North Shore Activities
The Boston North Shore is a New England coastal region that holds many surprises for visitors. Plan your North Shore vacation with this guide to the 10 most memorable things to do on the Massachusetts North Shore, starting with a sail around Gloucester Harbor aboard the schooner Thomas E. Lannon.
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.
When is Labor Day?
Labor Day date planner. When is Labor Day? Here is your guide to upcoming Labor Day dates for 2009 to 2013 to assist your travel planning.
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.
Old Orchard Beach Guide
Old Orchard Beach Maine travel guide. At Old Orchard Beach, Maine, the sand and fun go on and on. Plan your Old Orchard Beach summer vacation with this guide to lodging, attractions, entertainment, camping, vacation rentals, dining, shopping and more.
Howe Caverns Photo Tour
Howe Caverns NY: 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.
A Vacation With and From th...
Centrally located on Cape Cod in South Yarmouth, the Red Jacket Beach Resort specializes in family vacations, and though accommodations, which range from balconied hotel rooms to private rental cottages, are a bit more expensive than you’ll find at some of the smaller family motels on Cape Cod, the included amenities are worth every penny.
Kaaterskill Falls
Kaaterskill Falls. A hike to Kaaterskill Falls in the Catskill Mountains of New York State makes for a great day trip. Kaaterskill Falls, the tallest double-tiered waterfall in New York, has inspired artists such as Thomas Cole and Frederic Church, and you can behold its beauty at the end of a moderate, half-mile hike. Here is a guide to Kaaterskill Falls including photos and details on hiking to this scenic spot.
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.
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.
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.
New England Beer Festivals
New England Beer Festival Guide. New England was at the forefront of the microbrew revolution, and now that specialty beers are making a comeback, there's no better place than the Northeast to celebrate craft brewing's resurgence this summer and fall. Find the right craft brew for you at one of these beer festivals.
Catskill Game Farm Photo Tour
The Catskill Game Farm has been a family tradition since 1933. Here is your guide to visiting the Catskill Game Farm in Catskill, New York, including hours, directions, admission prices and Catskill Game Farm travel tips.
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 Bus Tours
Fall Foliage Bus Tours. Let someone else do the driving while you take in New England's fabulous fall scenery on an escorted bus/motorcoach tour.
Maine Clam Chowder Recipe
Maine clam chowder recipe. Deborah Fowles' traditional recipe for New England-style Maine clam chowder.
Leaf Identification Guide - ID New England Fall Leaves with this Leaf Identification Guide
Leaf identification guide. This leaf identification guide is designed to help you ID some of the leaves you'll see on your visit to New England during fall foliage season. The kids can color the pictures and even play a game of Leaf Bingo by trying to find one of each.
Tanglewood Directions - Directions to Tanglewood Berkshires Summer Home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra Lenox Massachusetts
Tanglewood directions. Here are directions to Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts.
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.
Apple Cider Drink Recipes
Apple Cider Drink Recipes: 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.
Massachusetts Flea Markets
Find flea markets in Massachusetts that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
Top New England Events 2009
New England events and festivals. The American Bus Association includes 12 New England and New York State events on its 2009 Top 100 Events in North America list. Fill your travel calendar with these wonderful festivals and events in the Northeast.
Best Lobster Roll
Where can you find the best lobster roll in New England? At Abbott's Lobster in the Rough, a seasonal, waterfront seafood shack in Noank, Connecticut. Abbott's serves lobster rolls piled high with hot lobster on a toasted, buttered bun.
Six Flags Hotels
Hotels Near Six Flags New England: Heading to Six Flags New England? Here are hotels located close to the amusement park.
What's New for Summer '09
New in New England for Summer 2009. There's so much new to see and do in New England during the summer of 2009. Whether you're more comfortable zipping between treetops or planted firmly on a challenging golf course, an admirer of tall ships or architecturally intriguing mansions, a music fan or dog lover, a would-be skydiver with a fear of falling, the parent of a child with an inquiring mind or a closet Elvis impersonator, this is the year you need to visit New England.
Hartford Riverfest 4th of July
Hartford Riverfest 4th of July celebration. Celebrate America's Independence Day in Hartford, CT.
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.
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.
Tomb Boston
Tomb Boston: Test your wits at this interactive, Egyptian-themed adventure attraction in the Fenway area of Boston, the first urban theme park-like attraction developed by 5W!TS. Tomb challenges visitors with its elaborate puzzles, and working together as a group is a key to avoiding death. School groups and corporate outings are welcome, as are travelers seeking a new way to entertain older kids and teenagers in Boston.
Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Baked Macaroni and Cheese is the perfect comfort food, and what makes this recipe extra delicious is Vermont sharp cheddar cheese. This New England recipe for Macaroni and Cheese is rich and hearty enough to make it a one-dish supper.
Six Flags Directions
Six Flags New England Directions: Heading to Six Flags New England for a day of amusement? Here are the driving directions you'll need to find the park.
Farmington River Tubing
Farmington River Tubing in New Hartford, Connecticut. Tubing on the Farmington River is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day in the Hartford area. Here's your guide to Farmington River tubing including where to go, what it costs, how to dress and other tips for a safe and fun tubing adventure on the Farmington.
New England Camping Reviews
Reviews of private and public campgrounds and RV parks in New England submitted by About.com users.
Foxwoods Entertainment Guide
Foxwoods Entertainment: Foxwoods Resort Casino 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 shows.
Boston Discount Programs
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 discount offers can make Boston a more affordable place to visit.
Picture of Bash Bish Falls - Massachusetts Highest Waterfall - Woodland Cascade
When you come upon Bash Bish Falls for the first time, you'll feel as though you've discovered a secret, woodland cascade. In truth, though, these impressive twin waterfalls, the highest falls in Massachusetts, are a quite popular Berkshires attraction.
Hampton Beach Photo Album - Welcome to Hampton Beach, New Hampshire - Family Summer Beach Vacations
Click through this photo album of Hampton Beach images for a preview of your summer getaway at the beach.
Connecticut Flea Markets
Find flea markets in Connecticut that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
Plan Your New England Fall Foliage Trip
Plan a New England Fall Foliage Trip with this Free Email Course from About New England
Mohegan Sun Casino Guide
Mohegan Sun Casino travel guide. Mohegan Sun Casino completed an amazing expansion project in 2002, making it an even bigger rival to nearby Foxwoods. Here's your complete travel guide to the Mohegan Sun casino in Uncasville, Connecticut.
Fall Weekend Events
New England Fall Events 2009. A guide to fall events in New England for those who wish to plan a day or weekend visit to the region during the fall foliage season.
Newport Travel Guide - Plan a Trip to Newport Rhode Island
Newport 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.
Doris Duke Clothing Exhibit
A special exhibit of Doris Duke's clothing is on view at Rough Point, Doris Duke's mansion home in Newport, Rhode Island, through November 5, 2005. Don't miss this unique opportunity to peek inside the closet of heiress Doris Duke.
New England Travel Deals
New England travel discounts, offers, bargains, deals, packages, free stuff, insider tips, and secrets, from New England Guide Kim Knox Beckius.
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.
Most Unique Tours of Boston
Boston tours. Looking for a unique way to see Boston? Whether you're planning your first trip to Boston or you want to see the city in a whole new way, here are my picks for the most unique tours of Boston.
Chutter General Store
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.
Pack the Perfect Picnic for your Evening at Tanglewood the Summer Home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in Lenox Massachusetts
Picnic at Tanglewood. Here are suggestions for packing the perfect gourmet picnic for your evening of music at Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts.
Seal Tour
Cape Cod seal tours are one of the best family adventures on Cape Cod. Kids of all ages will enjoy a boat ride to Monomoy Island to see the Cape's colony of 1,200 gray seals. Chatham Water Tours offers four seal tours daily. Here is what you need to know to book a seal tour during your visit to Cape Cod, along with a virtual photo tour to give you a sneak peek at what it's like to see the seals.
Strawberry Fields
June is strawberry season in New England, and hand-picked strawberries are a tasty souvenir of your New England visit. Here's part 2 of your guide to pick-your-own farms in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont.
New Hampshire Waterfall Tour
New Hamphire waterfalls. Take a tour of 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.
Driving Directions to Foxwoods
Foxwoods Directions: Driving directions to Foxwoods Resort Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut, from New York, Boston, Providence and Hartford.
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.
Hampton Beach NH - Pictures - Catch a Wave
The waves at Hampton Beach are tame enough not to intimidate young children, yet vigorous enough to be appreciated by teens and adults. Here's a photo of children playing in the waves at Hampton Beach, NH.
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.
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.
Mohegan Sun Entertainment
Mohegan sun entertainment schedule and ticket information. Mohegan Sun Casino offers headline acts, entertainers, and a variety of other shows and entertainment that will round out your casino experience. Venues include the Cabaret, Mohegan Sun Arena, Wolf Den, more.
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.
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 Kim Knox Beckius
Fall Foliage Reports and Updates - New England Foliage Central - Check Current Foliage Conditions Online Before You Visit Maine Massachusetts Connecticut New York Vermont or New Hampshire this Autumn
Fall foliage reports and updates for the New England states and New York are available online. Here are links to regular fall foliage reports and current conditions for Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Hampshire, Vermont and the New England region.
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.
America's Stonehenge
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.
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.
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.
Catskill Game Farm Virtual Photo Tour - Welcome to the Catskill Game Farm
Our Catskill Game Farm virtual photo tour begins at the entrance to this Catskill, New York, attraction that has been a family tradition since 1933.
Running of the Brides
Filene's Basement Running of the Brides. Designer wedding gowns cheap. Since 1947, those four words have drawn hundreds of women to Filene's Basement in Boston for the wedding dress sale to beat all sales. Here are 10 tips for finding a bargain bridal gown at a Filene's Basement wedding dress sale, also known as the 'Running of the Brides,' along with dates for the next wedding dress sale in Boston and at other Filene's Basement stores.
Massachusetts Driving Tours
Massachussetts offers a bounty of options for leaf lovers looking to drive and explore. Here are some fall foliage driving tour ideas and scenic routes, from western Massachusetts to Boston and everywhere in between.
Maine Flea Markets
Find flea markets in Maine that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
Point Sebago Resort
Who says kids should be the only ones who get to go away to summer camp? Point Sebago Resort in Casco, Maine, on Sebago Lake, is a 775-acre family playgrounds with organized activities for tots, teens, and adults including golf, tennis, crafts, games, boating, dances, more.
Caves and Waves
New Hampshire is home to cool caves and 700,000 gallons of waves. Visit Water Country, Polar Caves, Lost River Gorge and other cool New Hampshire attractions when New England gets hot in the summertime.
Six Flags New England - What's New for 2009 at Six Flags New England Bizarro Roller Coaster and More
What's new in 2009 at Six Flags New England? The transformed Bizarro roller coaster and more.
Fall Foliage Day Trips
If you live close enough to New England to visit for a day, then fall foliage season is the perfect time of year to plan a winding drive through colorful autumn scenery to a festival, a museum or even to nowhere in particular. If you're looking for day trip ideas this fall, this is your place!
Picnicking at Tanglewood - Tanglewood Photo Album
Picnicking on the lawn is half the fun of attending a concert at Tanglewood in Lenox, Massachusetts.
Gay Marriage in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Gay Marriage Guide: Massachusetts became the first state in America to legally permit gay marriage on May 17, 2004. Here is a basic guide to gay marriage in Massachusetts, including laws, marriage license requirements, and inns and other businesses that cater to gay weddings.
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.
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.
Getting To Mohegan Sun Casino
How to get to Mohegan Sun Casino by car, ferry, bus or motorcoach.
Old Orchard Beach Photo - The Pier at Sunset - Old Orchard Beach Maine Photo Album
The Pier has been a distinctive Old Orchard Beach landmark since 1898, even though storms and fires have necessitated that it be rebuilt several times. This photo shows The Pier at sunset.
Roger Williams Park Zoo Tour
Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence, Rhode Island, is one of New England's finest zoos. The zoo is open daily year-round, so when winter chills New England, don't hibernate. Head to Roger Williams Park Zoo. This virtual photo tour provides a sneak preview of what you'll see on a winter visit to the zoo.
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 2009 WaterFire schedule.
Green Animals
Green Animals in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, is unique among the Newport Mansions, noted for its topiary garden filled with whimsical animals shaped from privet and yew trees. Come along on a virtual photo tour and learn how you can visit this historic estate and its magical gardens.
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.
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.
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.
National Baseball Hall of Fame
You'll see a Honus Wagner card--the world's most valuable baseball card--among the baseball cards exhibited on the second floor of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Why is the 1909 Honus Wagner baseball card so valuable?
Walden Pond
Walden Pond, made famous by 19th-century writer Henry David Thoreau, is a scenic and historic site in Concord, Massachusetts, that is worth a visit, particularly in the summer when the beach is open and during the fall foliage season. Here's your guide to visiting Walden Pond State Reservation, along with a photo album of autumn pictures from Walden Pond.
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.
Shelburne Falls
The Bridge of Flowers draws 15,000 visitors to the village of Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, each year, but the sleepy, riverside locale offers more attractions, shops, and Victorian architecture, making it a perfect New England day trip destination.
Block Island Travel Guide
Block Island travel guide. Plan a Block Island vacation with this guide to ferries, flights, hotels, sights and dining.
Martha's Vineyard Guide
A Martha's Vineyard Guide including information on getting to the island by ferry, boat or plane; where to stay including bed & breakfast inns and vacation rentals; island dining; and what to do including shopping and historic sites.
Stephen Huneck's Dog Chapel
Dog Chapel: Stephen Huneck's Dog Chapel in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, is a heavenly place for dogs and their people. If you own a dog or have ever loved a dog, this is a must-see stop during your New England travels. Take your dog along to explore the chapel and the surrounding scenic property and nature trails.
Old Man of the Mountain - New England Mourns Collapse of New Hampshire Symbol - Old Man of the Mountain Pictures
The Old Man of the Mountain, the natural wonder and New Hampshire State Symbol located in Franconia Notch State Park in the White Mountains, collapsed in May 2003. Here is a look at the demise of the Old Man of the Mountain and New Hampshire's plans for remembering him.
New England Vacation Planner
New England Vacation Planner from About.com. A comprehensive New England vacation planning guide including New England lodgings, destinations, fall foliage, transportation, maps, deals, packages, tours, events, photo galleries and more.
Free New England Map
Free New England map available. Would a free New England road map help you to plan your travels? Here's a quick tip on how to request an excellent free New England map from the New England Inns & Resorts Association.
Yankee Candle Directions
Yankee Candle directions. Here are directions to Yankee Candle in South Deerfield, Massachusetts.
Fall Day Trips from Boston
Fall day trips from Boston. If you live in Boston or are visiting the city in the fall, here are some suggested fall day trips you can take by bus, or set out in your car for scenic autumn destinations within a two-hour drive of Boston, Massachusetts.
Male or Female Lobster? How Can You Tell?
How do you tell a male lobster from a female lobster? Captain Hale shows us that the first pair of pleopods or swimmerets on a male lobster are hard, whereas on a female lobster, they are soft and feathery.
New England Baseball Guide
Here's a guide to New England's major and minor league baseball teams that will help you to plan a special outing for your father or any special man or baseball fan in your life.
Flea Markets in New England
Flea markets are a New England summer staple. Don't leave finding a bargain to chance. Here is your guide to regularly operating flea markets in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
The Games at Foxwoods
Foxwoods Games and Gambling Guide: Here are some links to Foxwoods specific gaming information, online sites to help you learn the games and plan your strategy, and information on becoming a member of Foxwoods' Wampum Club so that you'll be able to take advantage of coupons and promotions.

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