Plymouth and Cape Cod – All the information
Plymouth and Cape Cod – All the information The southern coast of the state of Massachusetts is full of unique natural sites, vast bays, charming towns that have become significant summer tourist destinations, and many fishing and whale-watching boats. The main attraction along the coast is Cape Cod. The cape is a place of nature, […]
Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket
Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket – The resort islands south of Cape Cod The two beautiful islands south of Cape Cod – Martha’s Vineyard and the smaller Nantucket to its east, in the southeastern corner of Massachusetts, were once shipping empires closely tied to whaling. Today, the islands are a great tourism destination (not just for […]
Salem and the North Shore – A Mesmerizing Corner of Massachusetts
Salem and the North Shore – Northeastern Massachusetts Salem and the North Shore of Massachusetts are some of the most beautiful places for a day (or two) trip by car from Boston. Historic Salem is known as one of the most important ports of young America and an important Puritan settlement in the colonial period. […]
Where to sleep in Boston? – All the info about hotels in the patriotic city
Where to sleep in Boston? – All the info about hotels in the patriotic city It’s important to know in which area to book a hotel or apartment in Boston to enjoy what the patriotic city has to offer. The five areas popular among tourists visiting the city are: The Waterfront – the perfect blend […]
Boston Metropolis and Harvard University in Cambridge
Boston Metropolis and Harvard University in Cambridge The Boston metropolitan area is full of fascinating places to visit. Like the city center itself, the broad metropolitan area of New England’s capital boasts a large number of museums, historical sites, and most importantly – some of the world’s leading academic institutions. In the city of Cambridge, […]
Back Bay and Fenway–Kenmore in West Boston
Back Bay and Fenway–Kenmore in West Boston The Back Bay district of Boston is one of the city’s most prestigious and interesting areas. The modern district of Boston is a continuation of the city’s planned westward expansion. Unlike the winding streets of downtown, where a mix of modern skyscrapers and colonial-era houses stand, west of […]
The Boston Waterfront and North End
The Boston Waterfront and North End The Waterfront and North End in the eastern part of historic Boston are some of the most toured and fascinating areas in the city. The Waterfront, once the colonial British port, was one of the largest ports in the western world. Over the years, it has become a leisure […]
Boston Downtown: History in the shadow of the skyscrapers
Downtown Boston – History in the shadow of the skyscrapers Downtown Boston combines two prominent elements – giant modern buildings and a sprinkling of many historic structures directly tied to the history of the USA and the War of Independence. Beneath the towering skyscrapers of the American downtown lies the history of the USA in […]
Boston – The Cradle of American Patriotism
Boston – The Cradle of American Patriotism The city of Boston, the capital of Massachusetts and the largest in New England, is also the city with the most significant history among U.S. cities. Boston is where the demand for independence from the British crystallized at the end of the 18th century. It is also the […]
Beacon Hill and Boston Common
Beacon Hill and Boston Common Park Beacon Hill is Boston’s historic residential neighborhood. This elegant neighborhood is adjacent to the city’s downtown on the east, sitting at the back of the important Massachusetts State House. In Beacon Hill, Boston’s wealthy and affluent built their homes and the neighborhood is still considered attractive to those with […]