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Lowell National Historical Park - Back to the Mills

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Massachusetts has many museums tracing the richness of its history and heritage. And Lowell National Historical Park is a unique journey through America’s industrial revolution.Lowell was built to harness the power of the Merrimack River as it plunges 32-feet over the course of a mile. The power was captured by a dam and an ingenious canal system, and released to drive thousands of textile

Off-Season Cape Cod Getaway for Spring Break

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I’m not suggesting the college spring break crowd head to Cape Cod instead of Florida but for those looking for a quieter party then consider the Cape.It's way cooler.If you’ve ever been to Cape Cod, Massachusetts during the summer then you’ll know at times, and in some places, it can feel like Panama City Beach in Florida at spring break. Lots of bodies and lines for everything and nowhere to

Visit New England Coco Key Water Parks for Tropics in the Winter

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If you’re already tired (aka had enough) of shoveling snow and want 84 degree and sunshine weather but can’t travel far then try one of New England’s Coco Key Indoor Water Parks.There are three locations in New England; Danvers near Boston, Fitchburg also in Massachusetts, and the third is located in Waterbury, Connecticut.The 65,000-sq ft Boston Coco Key water Resort is the largest and located

New England Vacations Resource Adds More Destinations for 2010

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With the Thanksgiving shopping weekend almost upon us which signals a hectic 4 weeks of parties and holiday celebrations it would seem this isn’t the time to think about 2010 vacations.But the best deals come to the early birds and if you’re considering a trip to New England in 2010 and looking for ideas then hop over to our special New England Vacations suggestion page.You’ll find our top twelve

Getaways in Historic and Peaceful Hancock Village in New Hampshire

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Looking for a historic and quiet place to visit for a New Hampshire Getaway and within easy driving distance of southern New England cities? Then look no further than Hancock in the Monadnock region of southern New Hampshire.The history facts are Hancock was settled in 1764 and incorporated in 1779. The town has the distinction of almost every building on Main Street is listed on the National

Review of “No Name” Restaurant on Fish Pier in Boston

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“No Name” Restaurant is housed in a non-descript building on Fish Pier just a block down from the World Trade Center in Boston. It had a reputation for good fish for a good price but indifferent service. Here’s my take after a recent visit.I have not been to “No Name” for many years and the last time I went there was a huge line to get into what to me was a rowdy restaurant with everything

First Ever Open Lighthouse Day in Maine Draws Closer

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On Saturday, September 12, 2009 the nation’s first ever Open Lighthouse Day will be held in Maine - and you're invited.It is fitting the event is being held in Maine as its collection of 60 lighthouses that dot the coastline are considered one of the prime heritages of the nation.There is barely a lighthouse calendar printed in the world that doesn’t include one of the classics from the Maine

Vermont Historic Southwestern Region is a Traveler’s Delight

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Because many visitors enter Vermont on the eastern portion of the state they miss out on the scenic southwestern area that includes the historic towns of Bennington and Manchester.This region also includes Routes 7 and 7A which are popular with antique collectors and covered bridge fanatics – of which I freely admit I’m one.So today I'm going to remedy this situation.I'll spend time illuminating

Newport Rhode Island off the Beaten Path Destination Spots

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I’ve already written about the more well known Newport Rhode Island destination spots but today I’ll share some less-visited gems with you.These “off the beaten path” destinations include family summer destinations, museums, churches, and schools. Newport has a special place in New England and the nation’s history, and a walk around this small city uncovers the significant influence it has had on

Wolfeboro, New Hampshire – The Quiet Side of Lake Winnipesaukee

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The village of Wolfeboro sits on the quiet side of Lake Winnipesaukee in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.The eastern shore of New Hampshire’s largest and deepest lake makes a perfect getaway destination.It doesn’t receive the commercial attention the western shore towns get from tourism and visitors, and the residents probably appreciate it.However, if daytime is not so busy, at night it is a

Salem, Massachusetts – So Much More Than Just Witches

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It seems every Halloween the focus of attention in New England turns to Salem, Massachusetts and its historical past of witches and the macabre. Today I thought I’d visit it as a summer destination for you.Historically Salem was one of New England’s busiest ports in the 18th and 19th century with wharves and ships crowding the harbor area.Although many of the wharves have long gone the remaining

Charlestown Neighborhood – Feeding the Revolution

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The Boston neighborhood of Charlestown is visited by thousands of tourists each year as the northern terminus of the Boston Freedom Trail.But it also has a rich and colorful history outside the revolutionary era.This is the fourth in the series of visitor’s guide to Boston’s neighborhoods, and today I’ll be highlighting Charlestown.There are 23 neighborhoods comprising Boston, Massachusetts but

Boston’s Back Bay – A Reclaimed Neighborhood

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This is the third in the series of visitor’s guide to Boston’s neighborhoods, and today I’ll be highlighting the Back Bay.There are 23 neighborhoods comprising Boston.But most of these neighborhoods fall outside the average visitor’s spots to visit. In previous posts I’ve covered Beacon Hill and the North End.Today I’ll be talking about the Back Bay neighborhood. Back Bay together with Beacon

Quick Guide to Beacon Hill in Boston, Massachusetts

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This is a quick tour guide to Beacon Hill in Boston Massachusetts – a historic neighborhood near Boston Common and a popular destination for visitors.This is the second piece in my series on Boston neighborhoods - in my last post I covered Boston’s North End. Today we tackle the most picturesque of the neighborhoods – Beacon Hill.Beacon Hill is residential with most of the red brick buildings

Boston’s Historic North End – a Quick Tour Through the Neighborhood

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Boston’s Historic North End attracts visitors with its old world charm, Paul Revere’s House, the famous Old North Church, and its Italian restaurants and bakeries.A tour of Boston is not complete without a visit to the North End, and there are various ways of experiencing the neighborhood. Boston’s Freedom Trail passes through sections of the North End as it takes you to Paul Revere’s House and