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Boston Hotels
The gateway to the craggy coast and green forests of New England, Boston hotels are the perfect base to explore this historic city. Amble along the Freedom Trail, a 2 and a half mile walk of the city's colonial landmarks, from Boston Common and Faneuil Hall to the scene of the Boston Tea Party.
But there's more to explore in this modern city than relics of the past ? department store Filene's Basement may have been offering bargains for centuries, but you can stock up on cut price contemporary fashion at this shopping treasure trove. There's no sales tax in Massachusetts, so shop to your hearts content! The hotels in Boston are within easy reach of the main shopping meccas, so you won't have far to drag your bags!
If you'd rather catch the big game than a big sale, see Boston's beloved Red Sox Baseball Team in all their glory at Fenway Park, or the Patriots play American Football. You could watch a game from the comfort of your Boston hotel, but there's nothing like joining the crowds and heckling for hot-dogs!
Forget burgers and fries, New England has its own local delicacies to savour, many fresh from the cold waters along the coast. Tuck into a bowl of steaming Clam Chowder, succulent Crab cakes, and if you have a sweet tooth, cranberries or a tub of Ben and Jerry's (the factory is in neighbouring Vermont if you're a fan of free samples!).
From Boston the whole of New England is on your doorstep, with the green mountains of Vermont, Maine's rocky shores, Cape Cod's scenic beaches, and New Hampshire's snow-capped mountains ripe for exploration. If you're visiting in the fall, brace yourself for the dazzling Autumn colours and leaves falling from the trees ? even New Yorkers make the trek to see the region's russet beauty.
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Boston Travel Notes
GMT: -5 hours
Dates for the Diary: Patriot's Day in April remembers the start of the American Revolution, with parades and re-enactments and Christmas is always a good time to visit, with frosty landscapes backing twinkling lights and festive displays. You'll be sure for a good time on St Patrick's Day with the large number of Irish descendents in town!
