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Information on attractions, accommodations, and dining in Massachusetts - and much more, including things to see and do, parks and recreational areas, annual and special events, and climate information! Special Travel Information for US Veterans and Their Families
Posters and Framed Art for Massachusetts
CLICK HERE to order a copy of Hidden New England. A wonderful guidebook!
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Visitor Information
Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism
State Transportation Building
10 Park Plaza, Suite 4510
Boston, MA 02116
1-800-447-6277 fax 617-973-8525
http://www.mass-vacation.com.
State of Massachusetts; 1-800-447-MASS, ext. 300. Available 24 hours as an answering service.
The series of "Hidden" books by Ulysses Press are great guidebooks. Editor Ray Rieget has put together some wonderful information. Included in this series is the interesting
Hidden New England. If you are planning a vacation in New England, or if you live in New England and would like to find some interesting and perhaps little knows getaways, order a copy today! I highly recommend it. Jim
Click on Boston travel guides, brochures, and money savers to help you plan your visit. Area Travel Packets was created to help travelers get the most out of popular destination and to help them plan their vacations ahead of time.
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Climate and Weather Information
For climate information on
Massachusetts, click on Climatologies
and then click on the map to find Massachusetts.
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Getting To and Around and Driving Information
British Airways (ba.ccom)
flies between Boston and London Heathrow
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Build your vehicle - Choose colors and options then find matching inventory at FordDirect.com |
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GE Motor Club
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GE
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*Towing up to 100 miles *Lockout service *Battery boost/jump start *Flat tire service *Fuel delivery *Winching/stuck vehicle |
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Touch the screen and receive turn-by-turn directions with street names as
you enjoy your driving experience throughout major metropolitan areas within
Mexico.
Customize your navigation method or route to travel safely and
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United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. For additional
information, click on
Domestic GPS Rental |
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Special Travel Information for US Veterans and Their Families
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State Parks and
Recreation Areas
Cape Cod.
State Parks in The Berkshires.
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The
Appalachian
Trail
- 13
days
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Flight
inclusive USA Tour ref: UT - From $2,791 per person Wilderness hiking | Stunning New England scenery | New York & historic Boston Explore the north east’s forested wilderness areas as you hike along the Appalachian Trail The Adventure Company provides the best in adventure travel. |
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Click on The Adventure Company link
below for additional information and current pricing. |
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Annual Events
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City and Town Information
Click on Getting Away City and Town
information for Massachusetts for information on the cities,
towns, and areas of Massachusetts.
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Baltimore Magazine
- If you live in Baltimore, plan to visit or have interests there, you need
this magazine.
For additional information, or to purchase a
subscription, click on
Baltimore Magazine..
Purchasing this magazine entitles you to
1 free gift.
You can also click on Best Deal Magazines, Magazine Unlimited Magazine Subscription Superstore, or Low Priced Magazine Subscriptions for other great prices on magazines! |
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Boston Magazine
covers leisure activities, local politics, business trends, and financial
developments in the greater Boston area. The monthly magazine also offers a
regular dining and travel guide, reports on the latest fashion trends,
profiles of prominent Bostonians, and arts and entertainment coverage.
For additional information, or to purchase a
subscription, click on
Boston Magazine.. You can also click on Best Deal Magazines, Magazine Unlimited Magazine Subscription Superstore, or Low Priced Magazine Subscriptions for other great prices on magazines! |
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Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel
is a travel magazine for REAL people. This magazine is not just for those of
you on a budget - it's for everyone. Each issue comes packed with articles
on affordable and enjoyable vacations to just about everywhere.
For additional information, or to purchase a
subscription, click on
Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel.
You can also click on Best Deal Magazines, Magazine Unlimited Magazine Subscription Superstore, or Low Priced Magazine Subscriptions for other great prices on magazines! |
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Attractions and Things to See and Do
Plimoth Plantation is
a living history museum that recreates the Pilgrims' settlement in 1627, seven
years after their arrival on the Mayflower, and Hobbamock's Wampanoag Indian
Homesite. The Mayflower II is docked downtown near Plymouth Rock. (I especially
enjoy this area as I had an ancestor (Edward Doty - an indentured servant) who came to America on the
Mayflower.
Jim) 508.746.1622 or www.plimoth.org.
Click on Boston travel guides, brochures, and money savers to help you plan your visit. Area Travel Packets was created to help travelers get the most out of popular destination and to help them plan their vacations ahead of time.
| Great Family Vacations Northeast : 25 Complete Fun-Filled Vacations for the Entire Family - (Includes vacation suggestions for Massachusetts.) Family-travel expert Candyce H. Stapen has taken the hassle out of vacation planning with Great Family Vacations Northeast. Inside you'll find 25 complete vacations loaded with enough activities to keep every member of your family happy for weeks! Whether you're looking for museums and historic sites, thrill-a-minute amusement parks, animal attractions, natural wonders and the great outdoors, sporting events, or a healthy dose of all the above and more, here's everything you need to make your next family vacation a great family vacation. This information-packed guide includes hundreds of exciting things to see and do, valuable family travel tips, family-friendly places to lodge and dine, personally recommended side trips, important local sources of information and handy travel directions. |
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The
Appalachian
Trail
- 13
days
-
Flight
inclusive USA Tour ref: UT - From $2,791 per person Wilderness hiking | Stunning New England scenery | New York & historic Boston Explore the north east’s forested wilderness areas as you hike along the Appalachian Trail The Adventure Company provides the best in adventure travel. |
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Click on The Adventure Company link
below for additional information and current pricing. |
Old Sturbridge Village
Rural New England comes alive at this recreation of an 1830s
village with historic homes, craft shops, mills, flower and herb gardens, and
farm buildings on more than 200 acres of fields and rolling farmland.
1.800.733.1830 or www.osv.org.
| Cross-Country Ski Vacations: A Guide to the Best Resorts, Lodges, and Groomed Trails in North America - Looking for a cozy B&B in which to hide out and make a few leisurely cross-country tours? In search of a fine resort with an extensive trail system and ski school for the kids? This guide to making the most of your cross-country skiing vacation includes all the specifics you'll need to make an informed decision when choosing destination resorts and lodges. Besides the basics--items such as street and e-mail addresses, and phone numbers--the book includes descriptions of accommodations and restaurants, rates, payment options (namely, whether credit cards are accepted), the nearest airport and hospital, entertainment choices, children's activities, and, of course, trail conditions. |
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MassMenus.com offers a selection of Massachusetts restaurants. Currently a small list, but growing.
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Some Favorites in
Massachusetts
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