|USA - Road Trips|
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The Ultimate Vermont Road Trip
Vermont, one of the northeastern states in USA is bordered to the north by Quebec (Canada), to the east by New Hampshire, to the south by Massachusetts, and to the west by New York. It is one of my favorites states not just in in New England but also the entire United States. Vermont is home to more than 100 19th century covered wooden bridges, is a major producer of maple syrup and boasts of a variety of hiking trails and skiing slopes. This road trip is going to take you through diverse stays and experiences. You will get to stay in a 4-star property, spend some time in a…
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An Epic Maine Road Trip
Maine, almost as big as Portugal, is the largest of the six New England states in Northeastern USA. It is bordered by the state of New Hampshire, the Gulf of Maine and Canadian provinces of Quebec and New Brunswick. More than 80% of the territory of Maine is forested. It is also home to Mount Katahdin, the tallest mountain in the state as well as the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. A week-long road trip through this scenic state will take you through a lively city, coastal towns, beautiful lighthouses, mountains, beaches, oceanfront views, and a look at it’s thunderous rocky coastline. Along the way you will get to…
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Best Places to see Fall Foliage in New England
Autumn is my favorite season of the year. Leaves changing colors, fall foliage, transition to winter.. It speaks to me in more than one way. Not only is it breathtakingly beautiful, it appeals to me philosophically as well. While leaf peeping is an amazing experience, chasing the fall colors is a different game altogether. It’s a hit or miss regardless of how hard you try to catch them during the peak season. In general, the peak season arrives in the north first and slowly trickles down south. Luckily, there are multiple websites (listed below) that can help us track the best time to see fall colors in multiple states of…
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The Ultimate Cape Cod Itinerary
Cape Cod has always been a dream destination for me thanks to the books I read during my teenage years which were based out of this region. While I grew up 7000 miles away dreaming of its numerous beaches, lighthouses, islands and villages, little did I know that I would be able to visit Cape Cod numerous times later in my life. What made it even more fascinating was that many authors made Cape Cod home, deriving inspiration for their books and stories. While you could break this itinerary down for multiple visits the way I did, doing it all together at once is a great opportunity for those coming…
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New Hampshire for All Seasons
New Hampshire is a Northeastern state in US and is considered a part of the New England region. Surrounded by natural beauty and wilderness, NH is known for the White Mountain National Forest and numerous state parks. It’s a preferred location for winter sports, wildlife sightings, camping, scenic byways and other recreational outdoor activities during all four seasons. I love their state motto ‘Live Free or Die’ and feel a strong affinity to this philosophy. Added bonus: New Hampshire is one of the only five states in the country that doesn’t impose a sales tax on shopping. While you may find a ton of things to do in this gorgeous…
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Most Beautiful Lighthouses in New England
Here is a list of the most beautiful lighthouses in the New England Region of Northeastern US.
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7 Day Epic California Road Trip
California, also known as the Golden State, is the most visited state in America. Home to beautiful beaches, bustling cities and 9 national parks, it has so much to offer for every kind of traveler. So when we had the chance to spend a whole week vacationing in July last year, choosing California was a no-brainer. Add to it the excitement of a scenic road trip, visit to a majestic national park, and exploring the kick-ass city of San Francisco, you have the makings of an ultimate itinerary! We had booked a round trip from Boston to San Francisco and reached the city around 8 in the evening thanks to…
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Day Trips from Boston
Boston is a lovely city encompassing so much history and culture. Having lived close to Boston for the past few years, I have had the opportunity of exploring not only the city but surrounding places of interest at my own pace! I am very fond of day trips and don’t mind driving an hour or two if I can get to see someplace new and enrich my travel experience. If you are traveling to Boston or living around, here is the list of my favorite day trips from the city.. Cape Ann – Rockport MA Rockport in Cape Ann is hands down one of my favorite town in New England.…
