About New England
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In the 16th century, Captain John Smith was engaged to evaluate the feasibility of stting up a whaling industry in the area. Returning to England, he wrote "A Description of New England" which was the first time the place was called "New England".
In 1620, 35 Puritans from Holland and 67 from England sailed for Virginia, but landed on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. They wrote the "Mayflower Compact", named after their ship. This document became the basis of the United States Constitution. |
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| Maine
Maine holiday celebrations are steeped in history and tradition. There is nothing like the experience of an old-fashioned New England holiday, and many of Maine's historic small towns and cities celebrate the season in its own unique way. In quaint villages, people stroll cobblestone streets sipping hot cider and listening to street carolers as they admire festive store window displays. Pottery, gourmet food products, balsam-stuffed pillows, and other Maine-made products are added to rapidly growing holiday wish lists. Source: http://www.visitmaine.com |
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New Hampshire
Everything from family attractions and theme parks to the great outdoors awaits you throughout New Hampshire. Visit one of New Hampshire's many state parks, view Covered Bridges, go downhill or cross country skiing; visit a waterfall; visit the Museum of New Hampshire History or one of the many other museums and historic sites that New Hampshire has to offer. The options are endless! Source: www.visitnh.govm |
| Vermont
First and foremost - Vermont is community. The Green Mountains are where you'll find world famous fall foliage, the sweetest maple syrup, historic yet lively downtowns and the most snow (and FUN in the snow) on the east coast. But there is so much more too - the local foods produced by our neighbor-farmers and sold at farmer's markets all year long, the world-class artists, the endless recreational and relaxing opportunities, the ultra-pampering spas and resorts, significant historic sites and pristine State Parks, the classic inns...the treasures of Vermont go on and on. Source: www.vermontvacation.com |
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Massachusetts
Explore Boston by following the Freedom Trail; visit the Institute of Contemporary Art or cross the Charles River to Cambridge and enjoy the ethnic cuisine and plentiful bookstores of Harvard Square. Discover north of Boston and Greater Merrimack Valley, where maritime lore meets American history. In Plymouth, "America's Hometown," you'll get a glimpse of Plymouth Rock — and of the Pilgrim way of life at Plimoth Plantation. Visit Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Island or go to the heart of Massachusetts and discover unique cultural delights, gorgeous natural vistas and the opportunity to experience Massachusetts' history. Source: www.massvacation.com |
| Rhode Island
Rhode Island offers one of the nation's largest concentrations of registered historic landmarks. Centuries of American history are preserved here, from seventeenth-century Colonial houses and churches to the opulent mansions of Newport. Scores of museums, from maritime to children's museums, are scattered throughout the state. An exceptional appreciation of the performing arts is evident in the state's many fine professional and community theater, dance and musical organizations. Source: visitrhodeisland.com |
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Connecticut
Fairfield County: stroll Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich the "Rodeo Drive of the Northeast" and enjoy the small town hospitality. Source: www.ctvisit.com |