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If you’re dreaming of a winter getaway that combines quaint New England charm with festive cheer and stunning snow-covered landscapes, look no further than a New England winter road trip.
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We'll break down the essence of leaf-peeping, highlight some of the best destinations to see fall colors across the United States, and explain why renting an RV from Cruise America is the ultimate way to experience this
New England holidays will often include Boston, Cape Cod, Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, Bar Harbor, the White Mountains National Forest, and Newport Rhode Island.
Take a look at some of the fantastic destinations within the USA. This video highlights the iconic cities, beautiful national parks and the once in a lifetime experiences that Trailfinders can help you discover.
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Experience Maine’s rugged shorelines, the mountains of New Hampshire, the beautiful wilderness of the Adirondacks and the charming villages of Cape Cod.
From a hot city shopping break to a relaxed beach holiday, from a white water rafting adventure to an historical fly drive tour, it is all up for grabs in Massachusetts. Known as the 'Cradle of America', Massachusetts is the heart of New England. Famous as the place where the Pilgrim Fathers landed in 1620, the state's heritage has been shaped by settlers, sailors, immigrants and industrialists. Massachusetts now offers cosmopolitan cities, wide-open spaces, beautiful sandy beaches, rolling hills, charming islands and quaint, historic villages. Boston boasts the shortest UK to USA flying time. It is a beautiful and compact city where old meets new with vibrant energy.
Massachusetts is one of the top places in the world for whale watching. Tours depart along the coastline heading north and south during the summer months. For history; walk the Freedom Trail in Boston, visit Old Sturbridge Village and Plimouth Plantation to experience life when the Pilgrim Fathers arrived. Continue to Cape Cod with its pristine, sandy beaches, family-friendly fun and fantastic water sports. North of Boston, Salem boasts one of the biggest Halloween parties in the USA! Heading inland, the Berkshires offer a haven of tranquillity with stunning mountain scenery, hidden art galleries and relaxing spas waiting to be explored.
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Land Area: 8,300 square miles, approx. the size of Wales
Population: Approx 6.5 million
State Capital: Boston
Largest City: Boston
Local Time: EST – 5 hrs behind UK
Climate: Similar to the UK, however the seasons are more defined.
Ntl Parks: For a list of State Parks visit http://www.massvacation.com/
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Massachusetts Office of Travel and TourismTel: 020 8313 1717 |
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