Introduction
Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont. Six north-eastern states linked not only by geography but also by their pretty-as-a-picture scenery. Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard mark out Massachusetts as a place to see, while Rhode Island’s Newport draws visitors with its stunning waterside setting, yacht-racing traditions and historic mansions. Maine’s mountains and untamed wilderness lies inland and its dramatic coastline is dotted with lighthouses, island and fishing towns such as Kennebunkport – the place for trying Main’s famous lobster. Meanwhile, serene Vermont boasts beautiful mountains and lakes as well as picturesque villages.
More than anything else though, New England is a celebration of America’s past. Clapboard buildings reflect their strong colonial influences, seaside towns remember their debt to boatbuilding and rural life still focuses upon the village green and country inn. Simple pleasures and traditions abound; mountains are winter playgrounds, lakes are meccas for fishermen, whilst rocky coastlines attract both seafarers and beachcombers.
Four wonderful and distinct seasons make New England a year-round destination. Beaches, sailing, golf, picnics and out-door festivals prevail in Summer and skiing and sleigh rides are enjoyed in the romantic wonderland of winter. In New England’s famous ‘Fall’, a kaleidoscopic of colour sweeps through each state as the birches, maples and dogwoods transform the landscape into a palette of gold, orange and scarlet. Spring, on the other hand’ brings a riot of daffodils and flower-filled meadows.
Whenever you choose to visit, you cannot help but be enchanted by this homely yet sophisticated, refined and yet hospitable corner of America - so easily reached by daily non-stop flights to Boston from Heathrow with British Airways.
Regional Info
TRAVEL TIPS
CLIMATE
New England has a temperate climate with warm sunny summers and pleasant spring and autumn seasons. Cold winters with snow in the north and milder in the southern states.
STATE CAPITALS
Massachusetts: Boston
Rhode Island: Providence
New Hampshire: Concord
Maine: Augusta
Vermont: Montpelier
TIME DIFFERENCE
GMT - 5 hrs
FLYING TIME
Boston: 7 hours 30 mins
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