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When is Thanksgiving?
When is Thanksgiving? Plan Ahead with this guide to Thanksgiving dates for 2008 through 2014. Thanksgiving in the U.S. is always the fourth Thursday in November.
Tanglewood 2008 Guide
Tanglewood 2008 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 2008 including schedule and ticket information.
Clam Chowder Recipes
Clam chowder recipes from New England. Find a recipe for a new chowder favorite.
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.
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.
Boston Baked Beans
Here are some wonderful recipes for a New England favorite, Boston Baked Beans, plus sources for ordering Boston Baked Beans online.
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.
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.
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.
Tanglewood Concert Schedule - Tanglewood Music Festival 2008 Season Schedule - Boston Symphony Orchestra Summer Home Massachusetts Berkshires
Tanglewood Music Festival concert schedule 2008. 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 2008.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fall Weekend Events
New England Fall Events 2008. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Lodgings Near Foxwoods
Foxwoods Hotel Guide: Find a hotel 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 28 amusement parks in 2000.
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.
New England Summer Festivals A to Z - Your Guide to the Hottest Summer 2008 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 2008 summer events in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Getting to Foxwoods Casino
How to get to Foxwoods Resort Casino by car, train, ferry, bus or motorcoach.
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.
How To Boil Lobsters
A simple how to on boiling live new england lobsters.
Hampton Beach Vacation Guide
Hampton Beach vacation guide. Choose Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, for a classic family beach vacation. Plan your Hampton Beach summer vacation with this guide to lodging, attractions, entertainment, camping, vacation rentals, dining, shopping and more.
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.
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.
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.
WaterFire Providence 2008
WaterFire Providence 2008 schedule. WaterFire is Providence, Rhode Island's signature event.
Apple Picking Guide
Plan to pick your own apples during your New England autumn escape, then cook some of these wonderful apple recipes from New England inns. Here's your guide to pick-your-own apple orchards in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont and New York.
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!
Kim's Free Pumpkin Carving Patterns - Free Pumpkin Carving Patterns for Your Halloween Jack O'Lanterns
Free Pumpkin Carving Patterns: Print these free pumpkin carving patterns and use them to carve or paint a pumpkin this Halloween.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Connecticut Flea Markets
Find flea markets in Connecticut that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
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.
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.
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.
How to Get Tanglewood Tickets
Tanglewood tickets. Tanglewood tickets go on sale Sunday, February 17, 2008. Tickets for Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, can be ordered online or by phone.
Plan Your New England Fall Foliage Trip
Plan a New England Fall Foliage Trip with this Free Email Course from About New England
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.
New England Corn Maze Guide
New England corn maze guide. Corn mazes are cropping up all over New England. Visit New England's largest and oldest cornfield maze, Davis' Mega Maze at Davis' Farmland, or choose from one of the other corn mazes in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island or Vermont this fall.
Catskill Game Farm Photo Tour
Catskill Game Farm: A Virtual Photo Tour of the Catskill Game Farm in Catskill, NY, plus information on visiting this Catskills region attraction that has been a family tradition since 1933.
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.
New York Driving Tours
Here's your guide to scenic New York routes and driving tours that will take you to the state's best fall foliage viewing this autumn.
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.
Maine Clam Chowder Recipe
Maine clam chowder recipe. Deborah Fowles' traditional recipe for New England-style Maine clam chowder.
Maine Fall Driving Tours
Maine fall foliage driving tours. Find the best places to view Maine fall foliage on fall foliage driving tours in Maine this autumn.
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.
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.
Massachusetts Flea Markets
Find flea markets in Massachusetts that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
Vermont Fall Driving Tours
Vermont fall foliage driving tours. Find the best places to view Vermont fall foliage on Vermont fall foliage driving tours this autumn.
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.
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.
When is Labor Day?
Labor Day date planner. When is Labor Day? Here is your guide to upcoming Labor Day dates for 2008 to 2012 to assist your travel planning.
Lodgings for Leaf Peepers
Make reservations early for your autumn in New England getaway. Lodgings that are popular with leaf peepers book up fast. Here's your guide to picturesque lodgings in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York and Vermont.
NH Fall Foliage Driving Tours
New Hampshire fall foliage driving tours. Find the best places to view New Hampshire's fall foliage on New Hampshire fall foliage driving tours this autumn.
Fall Home Base: Litchfield, CT
Litchfield, Connecticut, makes a great fall foliage home base for travelers who want to see autumn's glory in western New England. Here is a quick guide to the town of Litchfield, Connecticut, including accommodations, dining, nearby scenic drives, local attractions, fall day trip ideas, fun fall festivals and events and other essential travel information for those who want to enjoy autumn in the Litchfield Hills.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Peach Recipes
Peach recipes from New England. Peaches are in season in August in New England. It's the perfect time to prepare one of these peach recipes for everything from peach cobbler to peach soup to peach pie to peach brandy chicken.
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.
Connecticut Driving Tours
Head out on Connecticut's scenic highways and winding roads this autumn for some of the best fall foliage views. Here's your guide to Connecticut scenic routes and fall foliage driving tours.
Cape Cod Travel Guide - Plan Your Trip to the Cape, Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard - Lodging, Sightseeing, Maps, Web Cams, Dining, Shopping, More
If you're planning a trip to Cape Cod, Nantucket and/or Martha's Vineyard, this guide is your starting place for finding and reserving lodging, designing an itinerary and getting to know this area's vacation possibilities.
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.
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.
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.
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 2008 WaterFire schedule.
Fall Weekend Events 5
New England fall weekend events. Festivals and happenings during the fall foliage Columbus Day holiday weekend of October 11-13, 2008 of interest to those planning a day trip or weekend escape in the New England states.
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 the zoo. This virtual photo tour provides a sneak preview of what you'll see on a winter visit to Roger Williams Park Zoo.
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.
Boston North Shore Activities
The Singing Beach in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts, is named for its unusual sand, which squeaks or 'sings' beneath your feet. A visit to the Singing Beach is one of the 10 most memorable things to do on the Boston North Shore.
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.
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.
Yankee Candle Christmas Shop
It's always Christmas at the Yankee Candle Co. in South Deerfield, Massachusetts.
Budweiser Clydesdales in New Hampshire - Photograph
This Budweiser Clydesdale's name is King. Although you can see the Budweiser Clydesdales in New Hampshire daily year round, they are difficult to photograph in their stables, so it's best to visit on Clydesdale Camera Day.
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.
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 celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2007.
Spooktacular Salem
Salem, Massachusetts travel guide. There's no American place spookier than Salem, Massachusetts, and October is a bewitching time for a visit. Here's your complete guide to Haunted Happenings and other attractions, accommodations and dining in the land of the Witch Trials.
Getting To Mohegan Sun Casino
How to get to Mohegan Sun Casino by car, ferry, bus or motorcoach.
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.
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.
Top New England Events 2008
New England events and festivals. The American Bus Association includes 11 New England and New York State events on its 2008 Top 100 Events in North America list. Fill your travel calendar with these wonderful festivals and events in the Northeast.
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.
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.
Driving Directions to Foxwoods
Foxwoods Directions: Driving directions to Foxwoods Resort Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut, from New York, Boston, Providence and Hartford.
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.
Celebrate Autumn
Kick off a fabulous fall by making plans now to get in on the fall festivals, football and fun in New England.
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.
Lake Compounce
Lake Compounce 2008. Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut, is America's oldest amusement park and Connecticut's largest water park. New for 2008, you'll find ride upgrades, new shows, designated smoking areas and more.
Budweiser Clydesdale Photo
This photo shows the distinctive, feathery white hair that covers the fetlocks of a Clydesdale.
New England Photo Gallery - Travel Photographs - Pictures of Connecticut Maine Massachusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island and Vermont - Web Cams - Virtual Tours
This New England Photo Gallery created by photographer Kim Knox Beckius, About's Guide to New England for Visitors, features photo albums, virtual tours, and other collections of images of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
How To Eat a Lobster
How to eat a lobster. Step by step photos show how to eat a lobster. Lobster is New England's signature delicacy, but eating a whole lobster can be a bit intimidating for first-timers. From New England travel writer and lobster lover Kim Knox Beckius, here is a step-by-step, visual guide to how to eat a lobster. Learn how to eat a lobster like a New Englander.
New England Summer Festivals A to Z Part 2- Your Guide to the Hottest Summer 2008 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 2008 summer events in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
New England Fall Festivals
New England fall festivals guide. Celebrate autumn at New England fall festivals. Here is your guide to autumn events in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont and neighboring New York State.
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.
Rhode Island Flea Markets
Find flea markets in Rhode Island that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea markets.
Photo of Tommy, a Budweiser Clydesdale, on Clydesdale Camera Day at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in Merrimack New Hampshire
This Clydesdale--Tommy--was very patient with visitors on Clydesdale Camera Day at the Anheuser-Busch brewery in Merrimack, New Hampshire.
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.
Clydesdale Camera Day - Merrimack New Hampshire
Once each month, visitors can see a Clydesdale horse up close. Clydesdale Camera Days are held the first Saturday of each month, year round, in Merrimack, New Hampshire.
Yankee Candle Directions
Here are directions to Yankee Candle in South Deerfield, Massachusetts.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bethel Maine for Fall Foliage
Bethel, Maine, makes a great fall foliage home base for travelers seeking to experience all of the wonders of autumn in northern New England. Here is a guide to the town of Bethel including accommodations, dining, nearby scenic drives, local attractions, fall day trip ideas, fun fall festivals and events and other essential travel information for those who want to enjoy autumn in Maine's Western Lakes and Mountains region.
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.
Picnicking at Tanglewood - Tanglewood Photo Album
Picnicking on the lawn is half the fun of attending a concert at Tanglewood in Lenox, Massachusetts.
Attractions Near Yankee Candle
After you've visited Yankee Candle, here are some other nearby attractions in central Massachusetts.
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.
Six Flags Hotels
Hotels Near Six Flags New England: Heading to Six Flags New England? Here are hotels located close to the amusement park.
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.
Meet the Budweiser Clydesdales Up Close on Clydesdale Camera Day in Merrimack New Hampshire
My daughter and I enjoy meeting Tommy and his handler, Chris, during our visit to the Anheuser-Busch brewery in Merrimack, New Hampshire, on Clydesdale Camera Day.
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
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.
Newport Travel Guide - Plan Your Trip to Newport, Rhode Island
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.
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.
Fall Foliage Family Fun
Are you planning a family trip to New England to play in the autumn leaves and sip hot cider after picking apples or pumpkins? Or are you simply looking for some fun fall educational and artistic activities that you can share with your children at home? This is the right place!
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.
Clydesdale Hamlet in Merrimack New Hampshire - Budweiser Clydesdales
In New Hampshire, the Budweiser Clydesdales are stabled within this Bavarian-style hamlet at the Anheuser-Busch brewery. There are always eight to 10 horses on view.
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.
Fall Weekend Events 4
New England fall weekend events. Festivals and happenings during the fall foliage weekend of October 4-5, 2008 of interest to those planning a day trip or weekend escape in the New England states.
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.
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.
Basketball Hall of Fame
The new Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame was unveiled in Springfield, Massachusetts, in September 2002. Basketball fans will want to visit this exciting attraction featuring basketball memorabilia and interactive games and skills challenges. Get a preview with this virtual tour and learn what you need to know to plan a visit to the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Cyber-Leaf Peeping
If you can't get to New England, you can still be among the throngs of 'leaf peepers,' thanks to the magic of Fall Foliage Web Cams. Here are a dozen leaf cams for your viewing pleasure.
Maine Flea Markets
Find flea markets in Maine that operate on a regular schedule. This guide includes indoor and outdoor flea and antique markets.
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.
Halloween in Salem
Pictures of a Salem Halloween. Come along on a virtual photo tour of Halloween in Salem, Masschusetts, home of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials... if you dare! The pictures show what it's like to be in Salem, Massachusetts, on Halloween.

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