Massachusetts is the most populous of the six New England States, primarily in and around Boston, Massachusetts has been extremely significant culturally, historically and commercially throughout American History.
Vermont is the only New England State that does not border the Atlantic Ocean, Vermont is the leading producer in America of maple syrup. A must for any visitor are the Green Mountains which are a part of the Appalachian Mountains as well as the New England- Acadian forests eco-region.
America’s ‘Ocean State’ of Rhode Island, tucked between Massachusetts and Connecticut, was the first of the original 13 states to declare independence from British rule and is steeped in history and interesting architecture.
Recommended accommodation
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W Boston
Colonial history meets revolutionary modern at W Boston. The hotel located in the city’s fashionable theatre district, where culture, shopping and nightlife buzz across a Victorian landscape
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Fifteen Beacon
A luxury boutique hotel featuring refined, personalised service as a chic staple on the Boston hotel scene, welcomes guests into an exquisite marble and mahogany lobby.
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Mandarin Oriental, Boston
An intimate, luxurious hotel, Mandarin Oriental, Boston adds a fine façade to one of the most desirable addresses in Boston.
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Ocean House
Perched high on the bluffs of Watch Hill, Rhode Island, the Ocean House overlooks a pristine 650 metre stretch of private beach with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, Montauk and Block Island.
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Twin Farms
Twin Farms is the quintessential Vermont escape; a unique country estate located in the idyllic setting of Barnard.
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The Wauwinet
Set on the tip of Nantucket, The Wauwinet is framed by the Atlantic Ocean and the serenity of Nantucket Bay, an ideal location from which to enjoy the island’s inspiring beauty.
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Wequassett Resort & Gold Club
Cape Cod’s premier resort with luxury accommodation, acclaimed cuisine, championship golf and pure relaxation in an idyllic waterfront setting.
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Blantyre
In the heart of the Berkshires, Blantyre is a place of tranquillity and picturesque landscapes. Designed in 1902, Blantyre is recognised as one of the finest hotels in the world.
Sample itinerary
Day One: Manhattan & Times Square
The silhouette created by Manhattan buildings is an iconic image. The height is best experienced from the observatories at the Empire State Building or at Rockefeller Center's Top of the Rock. Walk Through Times Square where the bright lights and big screens perfectly embody the excitement of the big city. Dine at one of the popular eateries on Restaurant Row, or shop in the huge flagship stores. In the evening, enjoy a show - whether you're into dramas, comedies or musicals, you'll find them in the City's Theatre District, where the shows burst with eye-popping sets, A-list stars and, above all, pizzazz.
The Upper East Side stretch of Fifth Avenue may have more culture per square foot than any other place in the universe. Start at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, on 82nd Street, where you can view limited-time exhibits as well the museum's permanent collection. Walk uptown to the modern and contemporary artwork housed at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. The New York Botanical Garden, located in the expansive Bronx Park, is a National Historic Landmark. Its 250 acres are home to more than a million plants and the largest herbarium in the Western Hemisphere. The Mets and Yankees both play a huge part in NYC's unparalleled baseball history. The plaques at Yankee Stadium's Monument Park reveal this rich past with tributes to everyone from Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig to Reggie Jackson and Thurman Munson. If possible catch a game and absorb the atmosphere.
The Brooklyn Bridge provides one of the most dramatic walking routes in New York City. Cross over the East River from Manhattan to Brooklyn, with views of downtown and New York Harbour along the way. On the other side of the bridge is Brooklyn Heights, one of the City's most picturesque residential neighborhoods. Ride the Staten Island Ferry from Lower Manhattan to the northern tip of Staten Island, taking in the magnificent vistas of Lower Manhattan and New York Harbour. Afterwards, head to historic St. George neighborhood, home of the Staten Island Museum and the magnificent St. George Theatre. Continue to visit the Statue of Liberty, with her ascendant torch lighting the way to a better life. Looking up at the statue during the approach to Liberty Island, you can imagine how immigrants must have felt as they first arrived in New York Harbour. Make your way by ferry to Ellis Island, the entry point for many millions of new arrivals to the United States, and see the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Enjoy a special last dinner in New York, prior to departure.
