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Stone Tower at Ethan Allen Park (1905)
Tuesday, March 9th, 2010Stone Tower at Ethan Allen Park (1905) – rear view
Sunday, February 21st, 2010
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Stone Tower at Ethan Allen Park (1905) – corner detail
Sunday, January 31st, 2010
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Gen. Ethan Allen – DAR Memorial (1895)
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
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A Sea of Colour: Tour New England In Autumn
Saturday, January 23rd, 2010During the autumn months the eastern states of New England, USA, put on a spectacular display for ‘leaf peepers’ and tourists across the globe. The drop in temperature and shortening of days see the trees of New England change to amazing shades of yellow, orange and red as they ready themselves to shed their leaves. The best way to get the most out of your trip through New England is to take a coach tour or to drive yourself. Fly drives mean you can pretty much go wherever you want and a pace that suits you. A coach tour will take you to the best spots because they have years of experience behind them, but you are restricted to the path they take you on. However, it is always a bit of a gamble if you are visiting New England to see the leaves change colour, as it happens at slightly different times each year. The changing of the foliage usually starts at the beginning of September and moves from north to south until the end of October. A typical trip around New England will last around ten days, but you can set your own times and pace if you drive yourself. Most journeys will begin from the city of Boston in the state of Massachusetts. Boston is a city of great historical significance and played a major role in the independence of America. To see some of this history, take the path called the freedom trail which is marked with red paint. It will take you to 16 colonial revolutionary sights around the city. From Boston you drive north along the coast and Massachusetts Bay to the city of Salem, which is famous for the Salem witch trials in the late 17th century. After visiting Salem you can continue your journey, leaving Massachusetts and briefly entering New Hampshire before reaching Maine and its capital city, Portland. From the rugged coastline and lighthouses of Portland you drive west on your way to New Hampshire, but not before you have passed Maine’s lakes and forests where, hopefully, you will be able witness the colourful trees in all their glory. This route to New Hampshire is very scenic and you will pass through the White Mountains on an old Indian trail called Kancamagus Highway, which cuts through a national forest. Passing through New Hampshire and into Vermont, you will be hit by the pretty colours of the states hillsides. The next stage of your journey will take you south and back into Massachusetts, where you could stop for a visit to the Old Sturbridge Village, which is a recreation of a working New England colonial town. You are now on the final leg of the tour passing through Rhode Island and Newport before making the short drive to Cape Cod and back to Boston. If you have timed it right and have had a bit of luck on your side you should be able to see then trees change colour as you drive around these leafy states. There’s no way of predicting 100 percent when this will happen, but if you get it right it could be one of the most memorable USA holidays you’ll ever have.
Reasons Why You Should Take Advantage of Canada and New England Cruise Deals
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010Canada and New England cruise deals abound, making it possible for travelers to enjoy a fun-filled vacation among the beautiful rocky coastline and quaint cities of Canada and New England. The best time to hunt for bargains is in the early spring. Short cruises of four to five days are popular in the summer months while longer cruises lasting anywhere from seven to fourteen nights are popular in September and October. These months are perfect for viewing the beautiful colors of fall foliage. Winter cruises are also offered for southern coastal sailings.
There are many reasons why you should take advantage of Canada and New England cruise deals. For one, these regions are renowned for their gorgeous coastal scenery and breathtaking natural attractions. You will fall in love with the French feel of Quebec City and get lost in the captivatingly charming streets and historic buildings of quaint coastal towns in New England. There’s no better way to enjoy the changing colors of the leaves in the autumn than aboard a Canada and New England cruise.
If you want to get to know the local specialties that make New England famous, consider hopping aboard a New England cruise that stops in charming, small port cities. You can enjoy specialties such as clam chowder, lobster rolls, fresh Maine blueberries, or a Philly cheese steak sandwich during port visits. Many of the delicious meals served on board your cruise will be made with local seafood ingredients.
History buffs will thoroughly enjoy a Canada and New England cruise because the area boasts colonial charm and history at every corner. You can follow in the footsteps of our forefathers in cities like Boston and Philadelphia. During shore visits, you can visit historical attractions to better understand our nation’s beginnings. From your cruise cabin’s balcony, you can enjoy the spectacular coastal scenery and stunning vistas that make this region so famous.
To discover the French influence that makes Eastern Canada unique, consider taking a cruise that takes you to coastal villages in Nova Scotia, Quebec City, and St. John. In these areas, you can visit well-known attractions such as the churches of St. John and the lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove.
There are also cruises available that combine land tours and cruises. These so-called cruise tours help you see more of the historic regions that attract so many visitors to Eastern Canada and New England. If you want to have a deeper understanding of our colonial history, cruise tours are ideal because they allow you to further explore historical attractions during land tours.
Whether you’re interested in culture, history, good eats, or simply beautiful scenery, you will find plenty to keep you entertained if you choose to take advantage of Canada and New England cruise deals. 10 night cruises in this region can cost as low as $499 per person, so they are certainly an excellent choice if you want to enjoy a relaxing and unforgettable vacation without breaking the bank.
How Did The Southern Colonies Differ From The New England Colonies ?
Monday, January 11th, 2010How did the southern colonies differ from the new england colonies with regards to economic, social, religion ?
RI – Newport: Seventh Day Baptist Meeting House
Thursday, January 7th, 2010
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New Englands Largest Important City
Wednesday, December 30th, 2009Boston is the most populous city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and is the capital. As New Englands largest, most important city, Boston is far older than the republic. And is also a contemporary centre of high finance and higher technology, not to mention home of the pub that inspired televisions long running Cheers.
Boston is often called the most European of U. S. cities owing to its walk able scale and human sized Victorian and Colonial buildings, its bookish mien, acres of public parks, and lively cafe restaurant culture.
The nicest times to visit Boston is summertime it is worth considering for the sidewalk cafes, outdoor concerts, baseball games, and harbour cruises, winter is nicest in the holiday season when decorations and maybe a fresh snowfall make the historic parts of town into picture postcards. In September, students flock back to the universities of Boston and Cambridge, creating something of a carnival atmosphere.
Ice cream has been central to Boston living for more than 150 years, and many restaurants here include a few uncommon flavours on the menu. You may be offered a lobster sausage or wood-roasted lobster with a vanilla sauce. Bostonians have caught the passion for artisanal breads, brewpubs with homemade ales, espresso shops with fine cakes.
In the 1930s Boston had no fewer than 50 performing arts theatres by the 1980s, the citys downtown Theatre District had all but vanished. Happily, in the late 1990s several historic theatres saw major restoration, opening to host pre Broadway shows. More recently, the long awaited renovation of The Opera House in 2004 has added new light to the district. For its size, Boston is the most musical city in America.
Downtown Crossing near Boston Common is home to one of the citys most famous attractions for stylish bargains Filenes Basement a no car area. Newbury Street, a renowned, eight-block stretch whose shops cater to every taste, from upper crust to cutting edge. Quincy Market is definitely a top tourist spot and filled with them but you cannot beat this area for the people watching, shops, and restaurants and street performers.
Boston nightclubs are divided into crowds. Armani clad international students head out late, after taking over one of the swanky restaurants on Newbury Street for pre clubbing martinis. Baseball cap sporting students fill up clubs and pubs along Lansdowne Street, and hipsters bar-hop from Cambridge clubs to Allston Rock City and Jamaica Plain to catch live bands. There is also a thriving lounge scene in downtowns coolest hybrid bar restaurant clubs.
New England Clambake – A Treasure From The Sea
Monday, December 14th, 2009A New England clambake is a great tradition that has been handed down for thousand and thousands of years. Everyone who savors the conventional method of preparing sea food such as lobsters, mussels, crabs and clams, will definitely love clambake on the beach. This type of cooking is typically held on joyous occasions, like New year eve along the New England coast. The cooking of the New England clambake starts out by making a pit in the beach sand and then laying smooth stones in the center of the pit.
At the beach dig a hole in the sand, having a width of about 2 feet, length, 4 feet, depth, of 1-1/2 feet. Crease the pit with stones from the beach. Then construct a fire inside the pit and wrap up with rocks from the beach. Heat the stones for about 2 to 3 hours. Take away coals and ashes from the hole. Set up the heated stones equally over the bottom of the hole. Place fresh wet seaweed on top of the hot stones.
Rapidly, layer the food on top of the seaweed, the food should be bedded evenly on top of one another in the following order: clams, mussels, fish, sausage, hotdogs which are covered in cheesecloth, onions, potatoes white and sweet, corn, and lastly lobsters. Wrap up food with a clean, wet cloth. Place the left over seaweed on top of the canvas.
Using a wet tarp over the top of it all will steam the food by confining the steam given off by the hot rocks and seaweed. Make sure there are a few gaps to allow the release of pressure. Cook it for at least an hour. You’ll know it’s done when the potatoes are soft. Serve it with melted butter and lobster crackers.
A lobster clambake can be cooked in your yard in a metal can, or in a steamer in your kitchen and enjoy your very own Cape Cod clambake with friends and family. Or you could hire a caterer who is specialized in cooking it in vessels which are heated by burning gas. You will be able to buy already cooked clambake from a store as new year gift basket.
The origins of the New England clambake go back prior to the foundations of the English colonies in the early 1600s. The Native American tribes located in the Cape Cod area used clambakes as part of their sacred celebrations. In today’s times, clambakes can be purchased at a store making it easier and more convenient for consumers. They are quite popular with families. The meal is comprised of lobster, steamed clams, corn, coleslaw, and potatoes.
New England clambake is a great tradition that has been handed down for thousand and thousands of years. The cooking of the clam bake starts out by making a pit in the beach sand and then laying smooth stones in the center of the pit. A lobster clambake can be cooked in your yard in a metal can, or in a steamer in your kitchen and enjoy your very own Cape Cod clambake with friends and family. The Native American tribes located in the Cape Cod area used clambakes as part of their sacred celebrations. In today’s times, clambakes can be purchased at a store making.