New England Trips
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Some of the stops along the way include

• Woodstock called the “prettiest small town in America”
• Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park
• Simon Pearce glassblowing shop
• Plymouth Cheese Factory which was founded by President Calvin Coolidge’s father
• the Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site
• a working 1,000 acre farm

Great Freedom Adventures specializes in finding the quietest roads, best scenery and the grandest views. Then they mix in the best local restaurants, fun stops, interesting sites and good shopping. The result is wonderful bicycling adventure vacation ideas for you.

I saw the Liberty Bell, where many people stood around taking pictures. I went to the (Benjamin Franklin) Underground Museum, which has turned out to be one of my favorite museums ever. It has so many cool things and all revolving around one man.

There are short films, a mini stage re-enactment scene that you look down upon, ‘telephones’ where you can listen to famous, historical people say a few words, a display of Franklin’s many incredible inventions, etc. Even going through the creative entrance (built like a tunnel) was fun.

I liked walking around the downtown area. It’s very easy to get around, though a map helps for streets that are small and out of the way. It’s an airy city with great transportation and good food. I had to try the famous Philly Cheesesteak, just great anywhere you buy it. Philadelphia is great place for anyone looking for historical vacation ideas.

This is a race where upwards of 100 athletes compete to accomplish a variety of tasks in the shortest amount of time.What’s really interesting is that they don’t know what these tasks are before the race starts. Also, the contestants are required to bring with them an odd assortment of items that will ostensibly help them out with the tasks.

This is a race designed to make you think and learn how to be a better human being. Intrigued? Head to Amee Farm on Rt. 100. That’s where the race headquarters are located. Come watch and cheer, or better yet, signup and participate.

Downtown Portland was a mere mile walk or a bus ride in 10 minutes. This town in summer has the makings for an experience to be remembered by all generations and types. An eclectic mix of artisans, blue collar workers, yuppies, retirees, journeymen and tourists amalgamate into one mixed bowl of personality soup that rivals what Portland is known for: its seafood.

Every establishment on the docks offered its own plate caught from the seas and none of them disappointed. Aside from the dining, whale watching tours, a visit to watch some great minor league baseball with the Portland Sea Dogs, shopping at the base of L.L. Bean to antiquing, this quiet town that never seems to sleep has this and so much more.

An old turn of the century train can take you along the coast for a leisurely half hour ride as you breathe in the fresh sea air and marvel at the Atlantic. This is one of the most surprising towns I have seen in the United States that always kept me wanting to come back to again.

It was a nice and cozy place that overlooked a beautiful view of the Atlantic Ocean. They have a pool and hot tub, and support a safe family or mature couple environment. Just up the road we ate at Anthony's Pier. It’s an expensive place, but very much worth the prices. We had perhaps, the best lobsters of our lives.

The staff wears penguin suits, and makes you feel quite pampered with very friendly attentiveness. We spent most of our time in Salem, but made a short ride to Cape Cod and enjoyed the food, shops, beaches, and fun.

While in Salem we had a blast. The town is so unique. From its dark history of witches to the supposed haunted buildings all through the town, it's just perfect for the Halloween enthusiast.

Salem is jam packed with shops of all sorts, psychic readers, tarot readers, wax and other museums, several terrific restaurants, tours, daily attractions highlighting the town’s history, and so much more. It was our second New England trip to Salem, and we still haven't done everything there.

Salem is also minutes from Boston where we attended the Boston Aquarium. What a beautiful place. The most penguins I've ever seen and the biggest too. The tank is hexagon in shape, and travels at least four stories high or more. It is filled with all types of native ocean dwellers.

Again we had seafood, this time from a street vendor, and it was awesome. If you are looking for a unique place to go with many great cities and attractions nearby, Salem is the place.

It can be as expensive as you want it to be, but you truly do not have to spend a fortune to have a very memorable trip. I recommend going in October when the town is truly alive, but book way ahead, because it is a tough month to get lodging close by.

Also, use the transit system to visit Boston; you will be glad you did. I hope this short review inspires some to take the trip to Salem; it will be a New England trip you will never forget!

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