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Massachusetts
Massachusetts Travel Guide
Whether you’re seeking the bustle of historic Boston, trendy Martha’s Vineyard or the pastoral tranquility of the Berkshires, Massachusetts travel offers something for everyone. Though small in size, Massachusetts is big on diversity, and travelers delight in a multifaceted vacation experience. Travel to Massachusetts where history buffs can relive events like The Boston Tea Party, Paul Revere’s Ride, or The Salem Witch Trials. Beach lovers will revel in the sands of Cape Cod and the islands of the Eastern Coastline and Nantucket. Antique lovers can happily hunt for treasures in both rural and urban antique shops. For the history buff, a trip to Boston is like traveling back in time. For the bird-watcher, the Berkshires are the ultimate spot to dust off the binoculars. And for the person just hoping to relax, Nantucket offers a refuge unlike any other. Consult this Massachusetts travel guide for more must see spots.
Things Not to Miss in Massachusetts
• Plymouth, Massachusetts is a haven for history buffs. Known as “America’s Hometown,” this city is where the first colonists arrived on the Mayflower.
• Travel to Massachusetts Bay. Boston Harbor was the site of the infamous Boston Tea Party. With numerous lighthouses and other coastal sites, the harbor is worth the trip.
• Boston’s Colonial Freedom Trail includes 16 historical American sites. Explore Boston Common, the Old South Meeting House, Paul Revere house and plenty more.
• The Berkshires is the perfect spot to catch a glimpse at the lovely fall foliage. Bird watchers flock to the region where warblers, woodpeckers and yellowlegs are prevalent.
When to Go to Massachusetts
Summer is a wonderful time to explore Massachusetts’s coastal regions and islands because the water is the perfect temperature for a dip. Many argue that autumn is the best season to visit, and multitudes of self-proclaimed “leaf peepers” flock to the Berkshires to take in the sight of the stunning red, yellow, and orange foliage. Winter sports enthusiasts will be happy to find consistent snow coverage in the mountains during the colder months.
Massachusetts Tips and Advice from Our Local Experts
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