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Introduction
Boston, one of the oldest cities in America, evokes a distinct European feel, which is evident in the city's culture. The city's role in the American Revolution has led to the nickname, the "Cradle of Liberty." Once considered ultra-conse... Continue reading »
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History
Native Americans had been living on the Boston peninsula for more than 2,000 years when Captain John Smith, famous for helping lead the settlement of Virginia to the south, sailed into the harbor in 1614. Smith mapped the area between Cape An... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Thousands of visitors visit Boston and the surrounding areas each year, especially in the spring and summer. Accommodations range from resort-like establishments to inexpensive hostels and motels. Business travelers can choose from locations... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
Seafood is a Boston favorite, as is the traditional Yankee boiled supper, but this ethnic melting pot has an eclectic selection of menus. Waterfront Seafood rules the dining scene here, enticing visitors with clam chowder and lobster.... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Once considered ultra-conservative and boring, Boston has become a world-class metropolis with endless ways to educate, enthrall, entice and, of course, entertain. Vibrant nightlife and a surge of innovative restaurants have added options to... Continue reading »
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Tours
Boston is not a city where you take a tour merely out of a sense of obligation. You may find yourself simply inspired to wander around this architectural theme park of cobblestone paths, antique brownstones and 18th century buildings. Explore... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There Air Logan International Airport (BOS) +1 617 568 5000 http://www.massport.com/logan/ BOS is located four miles from downtown, and services the following airlines: Aer Lingus (+1 800 474 7424 / http://www.aerli... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Boston State: Massachusetts Country: United States Boston by the Numbers: Population: City: 600,000, metro: 3.2 million Land Area: 48 sq mi Elevation: 10 ft Average Annual Rainfall: 17 in/420 mm Average Annual Snowfall: 41 i... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Way back in the 20th century, the most prominent structure in downtown Boston was an ugly elevated highway that separated downtown from the water. Motorists fumed in gridlock, and getting around on foot was both disagreeable and a little dang... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
A Sky Full of Fireworks: To celebrate the country's birthday and the start of the New Year, the firmament flashes and flares. The Fourth of July fireworks are over the Charles River; the First Night show explodes above the Inner Harbor. A... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Durgin-Park, 340 Faneuil Hall Marketplace (tel. 617/227-2038). This Boston institution has packed 'em in since 1827. It serves classic New England fare in abundant portions at communal tables, delighting everyone from local tycoons to visitin... Continue reading »
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Best hotel bets
Best Historic Hotel: The Fairmont Copley Plaza, 138 St. James Ave. (tel. 800/257-7544), opened in 1912 on the original site of the Museum of Fine Arts. Designed by Henry Janeway Hardenbergh (also the architect of the Plaza in New York), it ha... Continue reading »
Boston Travel Experiences
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Preparing to Leave Boston
"I don't wanna work, I just wanna bang on the drum all day!" That basically summerizes our mood as of late, except instead of bangi... Continue reading »
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Boston and Back with more than what we wanted
So two weeks of settling into Toronto, I’m off again on another road trip to Boston with Yin and Dave for 4 days. We hired a white Dodge... Continue reading »
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Day 48 - Boston
Today the weather was distinctly worse than yesterday, but it hasn’t rained as yet so at least I could wander around which was good. I w... Continue reading »
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The Send-Off Lunch
I met my brother for lunch in Cambridge. Although it was not his motive, I can't help but think that some of these goodbyes are the 'ju... Continue reading »
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Trip to Boston
The annual regatta of sculling teams from the US and the UK was fun to watch - the team colors and coordination, combined with the sunny... Continue reading »
Popular Boston Hotels
- Hotel Commonwealth
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Jurys Boston Hotel
- The Lenox Hotel
- Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro
- Taj Boston
- Hotel Marlowe
- The Eliot Suite Hotel
- Copley Square Hotel
- Charlesmark Hotel
