The Old Mystic Inn Old Mystic, Connecticut
Built in 1784, the Main House of The Old Mystic Inn is a picturesque country colonial tucked away in the quiet hamlet of Old Mystic, Connecticut. The Carriage House is located just behind the Main House and was built in 1988. Located just three miles north of Historic Downtown Mystic, visitors can experience the rest and relaxation the Inn offers while being only a short distance to local attractions, scenic views, shopping, and dining.
With its huge maple trees, gazebo, and white picket fence, the Inn lends itself to the restful atmosphere often found in quaint New England towns. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of your room without the distraction of television or telephone. These amenities are available to all guests of the Inn and can be found in the Keeping Room of the Main House.
The Old Mystic Inn is recommended as a wedding venue by Connecticut Magazine. We have several specialty packages available. Please provide us with at least a 24-hour advanced request so we may accommodate you.
The Whaler's Inn Mystic Connecticut, CT, New England
The Whaler's Inn Mystic Connecticut, CT, New England. The Whaler's Inn is a small boutique hotel in Mystic Connecticut (CT).
From the Whaler's Inn website.
Downtown Mystic's Largest Boutique Hotel
The Whaler’s Inn, downtown Mystic’s largest boutique hotel, is nestled just steps from the banks of the Mystic River and the Bascule Drawbridge. The Inn boasts five unique buildings within our fabulous downtown Mystic location with a total of forty-eight guestrooms, most of which have been recently renovated to rejuvenate the property. We invite you to experience modern hospitality in a historic setting.
CONNECTICUT CALLING 1960s TRAVELOGUE HARTFORD, STRATFORD, NEW LONDON, MYSTIC SEAPORT 90224
This 1960s color educational film about Connecticut as part of the weekly TV series “America!” that was narrated by actor Jack Douglas. The Hartford skyline is followed by the gold-domed Capital Building. The window-washing method is shown for the two-sided boat-shaped Phoenix Life Insurance Company Building. Constitution Plaza is a commercial mixed-use development area. “The Safe Arrival” is a statue monument commemorating the first pioneers. Across from it is Center Church, where Thomas Hooker was minister (:30-2:18). The Wadsworth Atheneum Art Museum contains multiple art galleries. Shown in the Early America gallery are a pewter pitcher, earthenware jug, spinning wheel, 1620 wooden cradle, and 1842 patchwork quilt. The Modern American Gallery had on display Picasso’s Still Life with Fish, Van Gogh’s Red Poppies, Monet’s The Beach at Trouville, and Ruben’s The Tiger Hunt (2:19-3:42). The Mark Twain Memorial is a house he designed and lived in. His belongings on display are shown, including oil paintings, busts, and first editions of his books. Neighbor Harriet Beecher Stowe designed the plant conservatory (3:43-6:30). A reenactment of news of the Declaration of Independence takes place every July 4 (6:31-7:03). Shown at the Elizabeth Park rose garden are White Dorothy, Rubaiyat, Crimson Glory, Peace, and Tropicana roses (7:04-7:53). The Hill-Stead estate museum in Farmington is shown. The art gallery displays Whistler’s Seascape, Bodega’s Ballet Dancers, and Monet’s Haystacks. (7:54-8:45). Sharon, incorporated 1739, has a one-way covered bridge over the Housatonic River (8:46-9:19). A bird’s-eye view is given of Washington, taken from the expanse of forested hills. The First Congregational Church and Town Hall with its plaque, and the Green Drug Store are shown (9:20-10:38).The spectator’s entrance and racing cars are shown to the Lime Rock Park road racing center (10:30-11:01). Yale is located in New Haven (11:02-11:30). Stratford has the American Shakespeare Theatre (11:31-11:48). Ocean Beach at New London is full of sunbathers. The US Coast Guard Academy is shown (11:52-12:25). Fort Griswold has a stone obelisk monument. The view from the top down is shown. A plaque commemorates Col. William Ledyard (12:26-13:13). Essex has the Clipper Ship bookstore, the Village Smithy, and Griswold Inn. The Deep River Fife and Drum Corps wears authentic historic costumes as it parades, followed by the Essex Fife and Drum Corps (13:14-15:00). Beachgoers play at Stonington, which has the Old Lighthouse Museum overlooking the docks (15:01-15:42). Mystic Seaport is an authentic recreation of a mid-1800s coastal town for tourists to explore. The Charles W. Morgan wooden whaleship is docked there, as is the Schooner Bowdoin, the training ship Joseph Conrad, and the schooner L.A. Dunton (15:43-18:55). The Hadlyme ferry transports vehicles and people. The Gillette Castle, owned by actor William Gillette, is made of white oak and field stone. Its uniquely carved doors also have wooden locks. Japanese-imported raffia is used as wall coverings (18:56-21:15).
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ESSEX HISTORIC DISTRICT // Connecticut's Cultural Treasures
Connecticut's Cultural Treasures is a new series of 50 five-minute vignettes that profiles a variety of the state's most notable cultural resources.
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New England Fall Foliage Part 6: Mystic, CT
Welcome to charming Mystic Connecticut with its beautiful scenery. Visit the Mystic Seaport Museum to see historic ships and the shipyard.
Blackberry River Inn - Norfolk Connecticut
Property overview of the Blackberry River Inn, Norfolk CT - A colonial Inn nestled in the foothills of the Berkshires, built in 1763.
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Connecticut
Connecticut (/kəˈnɛtɨkət/, kuh-NET-i-kət) is the southernmost state in the northeastern region of the United States known as New England. It is bordered by Rhode Island to the east, Massachusetts to the north, New York to the west, and Long Island Sound to the south. Its capital city is Hartford. The state is named after the Connecticut River, a major U.S. river that approximately bisects the state. The word is derived from various anglicized spellings of an Algonquian word for long tidal river.
Connecticut is the third smallest state by area, the 29th most populous, and the fourth most densely populated of the 50 United States. Called the Constitution State, Nutmeg State, and The Land of Steady Habits, it was influential in the development of the federal government of the United States. Much of southern and western Connecticut (along with the majority of the state's population) is part of the New York metropolitan area: three of Connecticut's eight counties are statistically included in the New York City combined statistical area, which is widely referred to as the Tri-State area. Connecticut's center of population is in Cheshire, New Haven County, which is also located within the Tri-State area.
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Family Fun Mystic Essex Steam Train & Riverboat
Welcome to the Essex Steam Train, a nostalgic and exciting tourist destination operating live steam trains in the Connecticut River Valley since 1971. All Aboard!
0 Potato Island- Branford, CT
Finally...A spectacular East Coast luxurious Island priced comparable to most beautiful shoreline retreats but with one special feature...PRIVACY!!!! Potato Island - Private, serene, almost transcendental environment; a brief but reflective two minute boat ride from the colorful shores of Stony Creek, Connecticut. Enjoy the sunrise over your heated, gunite pool nestled on the Eastern end of your private island, facing Stony Creek's quaint shoreline. Follow the sun to it's setting on the West end, while enjoying your favorite book and beverage by your custom granite Jacuzzi. This captivating 3,781 square foot residence embraces four bedrooms, two of which are suites, three and one half baths; all of which have been renovated to perfection. As perfect as the residence is, the privilege of owning such an island emanates from experiencing the outdoors or, at worst, peering out the windows while enjoying the many comforts from within. Outside, enjoy your wrap around porch, 360 degree water views, and park-like grounds adorned with a heated pool and deep water dock. To make it even easier the owners are conveying a boat and working on long term slip and parking space arrangements in Stony Creek. A mere 85 miles to New York City, 135 miles to Boston and a two minute boat ride for a pizza to go! Enjoy!!
Boston, a Covered Bridge and a New England Country Fair USA, 1950s - Film 95318
New England 1950s. Boston, panning shot of Harvard college founded 1636. Traditional weatherboard homes in Pennsylvania. Rural views of the country, a covered bridge is crossed by two riders on horseback. A colourful country fair with a small children's railway Kiddieland Express. Children play on Caterpillar brand farming equipment. Sausages wrapped in bacon are grilled. A young boy approaches a monkey dressed in a red suit. The monkey doffs his hat. Carousel and mini roller coaster rides.
Connecticut | Wikipedia audio article
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Connecticut ( (listen)) is the southernmost state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. As of the 2010 Census, it has the highest per-capita income, Human Development Index (0.962), and median household income in the United States. It is bordered by Rhode Island to the east, Massachusetts to the north, New York to the west, and Long Island Sound to the south. Its capital is Hartford and its most populous city is Bridgeport. It is part of New England, although portions of it are often grouped with New York and New Jersey as the Tri-state area. The state is named for the Connecticut River, a major US river that approximately bisects the state. The word Connecticut is derived from various anglicized spellings of an Algonquian word for long tidal river.Connecticut's first settlers were Dutchmen who established a small, short-lived settlement called Fort Hoop in Hartford at the confluence of the Park and Connecticut Rivers. Half of Connecticut was initially part of the Dutch colony New Netherland, which included much of the land between the Connecticut and Delaware Rivers. The first major settlements were established in the 1630s by the English. Thomas Hooker led a band of followers overland from the Massachusetts Bay Colony and founded the Connecticut Colony; other settlers from Massachusetts founded the Saybrook Colony and the New Haven Colony. The Connecticut and New Haven colonies established documents of Fundamental Orders, considered the first constitutions in North America. In 1662, the three colonies were merged under a royal charter, making Connecticut a crown colony. This was one of the Thirteen Colonies that rejected British rule in the American Revolution.
Connecticut is the third smallest state by area, the 29th most populous, and the fourth most densely populated of the 50 states. It is known as the Constitution State, the Nutmeg State, the Provisions State, and the Land of Steady Habits. It was influential in the development of the federal government of the United States.
The Connecticut River, Thames River, and ports along Long Island Sound have given Connecticut a strong maritime tradition which continues today. The state also has a long history of hosting the financial services industry, including insurance companies in Hartford and hedge funds in Fairfield County.
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Fishing Vessel hits large Sailing Vessel in Good Visibility 20/8/2010
Here is the press release from this incident.
At a hearing 30/05/2011 at Southampton Magistrates the Officer of the Watch of a fishing vessel pleaded guilty to one safety charge brought under Section 58 of the Merchant Shipping Act 1995. He was fined £1,700 plus costs of £6,435.
On the 20th August 2010 the Andrea had finished fishing and was returning to port in the Netherlands. The skipper and rest of the crew were below leaving Jan Baarssen alone on the bridge in sole charge of the vessel. The Andrea is a 36.5 metre beam trawler registered in the UK but is based in the Netherlands
The Alexander von Humboldt was returning to Germany after a training voyage with a crew of fifty nine (59) consisting of thirty three (33) trainees and twenty six (26) full time crew. She is a large three masted sail training vessel registered in Germany.
The visibility on the day was good (10 Km +), wind was southerly force 5-6 with weather being grey and overcast.
During the afternoon of the 20th August 2011 the Alexander von Humboldt detected the Andrea on a steady bearing on its port side. The Andrea was not fishing and was the give way vessel. The Alexander von Humboldt started sounding its whistle. The Andrea failed to give way. The Alexander von Humboldt also tried to contact the Andrea by VHF radio but had no response. The Andrea claims to have gone hard to starboard and when within 15-20 metres of the Alex von Humboldt, the Andrea was seen to go full astern. The Andrea struck the port quarter of the Alexander von Humboldt. It was a fairly low speed collision.
Apart from some scratched paintwork, the Andrea was undamaged.
The Alexander von Humboldt was lucky to suffer only some dented shell plating with associated damage to internal wooden bulkheads and deck planking together with bent or buckled handrails. It was very fortunate that no harm came to the crew of the Alexander von Humboldt and that its rigging and watertight integrity remained intact.
Mr Jan Baarssen, 51, of Urk, Netherlands pleaded guilty for conduct endangering ships or persons. He was finerd£1,700 plus costs of £6,435
In passing sentence the Magistrates stated that it was fortunate that they were no injuries especially among the sail training crew.
Mr David Fuller O.B.E., Principal Fishing Vessel Surveyor for the Eastern Region of the MCA stated:This is yet another incident occurring on the return of a fishing vessel to harbour. Fishermen are reminded of the requirement to keep a good lookout at all times. Also that that the trip is not over until the vessel is safely tied up in port.
We would like to thank the German and Netherlands Police for their assistance in this matter
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Picturesque small towns in every state
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Bisbee, Arizona is a town full of extraordinary historic architecture, as well as home to a vital, living, breathing art and music scene, all in a setting of rugged natural beauty.
Beautifully preserved, Eureka Springs, Arkansas’ entire downtown area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Often called the “Queen of the Sierras,” Murphys, California sits in the central Sierra Nevada foothills between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park, and was originally a goldrush town.
Ouray sits in a box canyon in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains and is famous for its hot springs.
Mystic, Connecticut is home to Mystic Seaport, America’s leading maritime museum.
Old New Castle is a trip back to colonial times in Delaware's first capital and the landing site of William Penn.
The charming town of Mount Dora, Florida is a popular Central Florida getaway, less than an hour from Orlando.
Rich history, incredible architecture and stunning Southern charm makes Macon, Georgia “Where Soul Lives.”
Located in the upcountry region of Maui, Hawaii, the quaint town of Kula lies on the slopes of the infamous Haleakala and is home to many of the island’s farms and botanical gardens.
Wallace, Idaho, is the only city in the USA entirely listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Scenic Glen Ellyn, Illinois is a charming, picturesque, welcoming community that offers big city amenities with a small town feel.
Farms dot the landscape around the town of Middlebury.
Northeast.Iowa's prettiest town is historic Decorah.
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Surrounded by a variety of historical sites and popular attractions, including the legendary Plymouth Rock, this hotel offers comfortable guestrooms and a free daily breakfast.
The Plymouth Comfort Inn is ideally situated just off Route 3, the main highway leading to Cape Cod. This location allows guests to easily discover the Plymouth Plantation, the Mayflower II, historic homes, antique shops and beaches.
Thoughtful amenities at the Plymouth Comfort Inn include free coffee service 24-hours a day and free wireless internet access. The hotel also features an indoor swimming pool and free weekday newspapers.
Connecticut | Wikipedia audio article
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Connecticut
Listening is a more natural way of learning, when compared to reading. Written language only began at around 3200 BC, but spoken language has existed long ago.
Learning by listening is a great way to:
- increases imagination and understanding
- improves your listening skills
- improves your own spoken accent
- learn while on the move
- reduce eye strain
Now learn the vast amount of general knowledge available on Wikipedia through audio (audio article). You could even learn subconsciously by playing the audio while you are sleeping! If you are planning to listen a lot, you could try using a bone conduction headphone, or a standard speaker instead of an earphone.
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The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.
- Socrates
SUMMARY
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Connecticut ( (listen)) is the southernmost state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. As of the 2010 Census, it has the highest per-capita income, Human Development Index (0.962), and median household income in the United States. It is bordered by Rhode Island to the east, Massachusetts to the north, New York to the west, and Long Island Sound to the south. Its capital is Hartford and its most populous city is Bridgeport. It is part of New England, although portions of it are often grouped with New York and New Jersey as the Tri-state area. The state is named for the Connecticut River, a major US river that approximately bisects the state. The word Connecticut is derived from various anglicized spellings of an Algonquian word for long tidal river.Connecticut's first settlers were Dutchmen who established a small, short-lived settlement called Fort Hoop in Hartford at the confluence of the Park and Connecticut Rivers. Half of Connecticut was initially part of the Dutch colony New Netherland, which included much of the land between the Connecticut and Delaware Rivers. The first major settlements were established in the 1630s by the English. Thomas Hooker led a band of followers overland from the Massachusetts Bay Colony and founded the Connecticut Colony; other settlers from Massachusetts founded the Saybrook Colony and the New Haven Colony. The Connecticut and New Haven colonies established documents of Fundamental Orders, considered the first constitutions in North America. In 1662, the three colonies were merged under a royal charter, making Connecticut a crown colony. This was one of the Thirteen Colonies that rejected British rule in the American Revolution.
Connecticut is the third smallest state by area, the 29th most populous, and the fourth most densely populated of the 50 states. It is known as the Constitution State, the Nutmeg State, the Provisions State, and the Land of Steady Habits. It was influential in the development of the federal government of the United States.
The Connecticut River, Thames River, and ports along Long Island Sound have given Connecticut a strong maritime tradition which continues today. The state also has a long history of hosting the financial services industry, including insurance companies in Hartford and hedge funds in Fairfield County.
Connecticut | Wikipedia audio article
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Connecticut
00:02:23 1 Geography
00:06:33 1.1 Climate
00:09:57 1.2 Flora
00:11:12 2 History
00:11:42 2.1 Colonial Connecticut
00:15:46 2.1.1 American Revolution
00:18:02 2.2 19th century
00:18:11 2.2.1 Early national period and industrial revolution
00:20:19 2.2.2 Civil War era
00:21:35 2.2.3 Second industrial revolution
00:22:52 2.3 20th century
00:23:01 2.3.1 World War I
00:24:24 2.3.2 Interwar period
00:25:31 2.3.3 World War II
00:26:29 2.3.4 Post-World War II economic expansion
00:27:33 2.3.5 Late 20th century
00:28:20 2.4 Early 21st century
00:30:41 3 Demographics
00:33:07 3.1 Population
00:35:12 3.2 Birth data
00:35:47 3.3 Religion
00:37:27 3.4 Largest cities and towns
00:38:20 4 Economy
00:39:44 4.1 Taxation
00:43:24 4.2 Real estate
00:44:04 4.3 Industries
00:47:25 5 Transportation
00:47:34 5.1 Roads
00:49:49 5.2 Rail
00:51:19 5.3 Bus
00:51:59 5.4 Air
00:52:51 5.5 Ferry
00:53:18 6 Law and government
00:53:36 6.1 Constitutional history
00:55:33 6.2 Executive
00:57:05 6.3 Legislative
00:58:38 6.4 Judicial
00:59:42 6.5 Local government
01:02:02 7 Politics
01:02:11 7.1 Registered voters
01:03:10 7.2 Voting
01:03:46 8 Education
01:03:55 8.1 K–12
01:04:30 8.2 Private schools
01:04:39 8.3 Colleges and universities
01:05:10 8.3.1 Private
01:06:09 8.3.2 Public universities
01:06:42 8.3.3 Public community colleges
01:07:44 9 Sports
01:09:22 9.1 Professional sports teams
01:10:07 9.2 College sports
01:11:27 10 Etymology and symbols
01:13:41 11 Notable people
01:16:25 12 See also
Listening is a more natural way of learning, when compared to reading. Written language only began at around 3200 BC, but spoken language has existed long ago.
Learning by listening is a great way to:
- increases imagination and understanding
- improves your listening skills
- improves your own spoken accent
- learn while on the move
- reduce eye strain
Now learn the vast amount of general knowledge available on Wikipedia through audio (audio article). You could even learn subconsciously by playing the audio while you are sleeping! If you are planning to listen a lot, you could try using a bone conduction headphone, or a standard speaker instead of an earphone.
You can find other Wikipedia audio articles too at:
You can upload your own Wikipedia articles through:
The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.
- Socrates
SUMMARY
=======
Connecticut ( (listen)) is the southernmost state in the New England region of the United States. As of the 2010 Census, it has the highest per-capita income, Human Development Index (0.962), and median household income in the United States. It is bordered by Rhode Island to the east, Massachusetts to the north, New York to the west, and Long Island Sound to the south. Its capital is Hartford and its most populous city is Bridgeport. It is part of New England, although portions of it are often grouped with New York and New Jersey as the Tri-state area. The state is named for the Connecticut River, a major US river that approximately bisects the state. The word Connecticut is derived from various anglicized spellings of an Algonquian word for long tidal river.Connecticut's first settlers were Dutchmen who established a small, short-lived settlement called Fort Hoop in Hartford at the confluence of the Park and Connecticut Rivers. Half of Connecticut was initially part of the Dutch colony New Netherland, which included much of the land between the Connecticut and Delaware Rivers. The first major settlements were established in the 1630s by the English. Thomas Hooker led a band of followers overland from the Massachusetts Bay Colony and founded the Connecticut Colony; other settlers from Massachusetts founded the Saybrook Colony and the New Haven Colony. The Connecticut and New Haven colonies established documents of Fundamental Orders, considered the first constitutions in North America. In 1662, the three colonies were merged under a royal charter, making Connecticut a crown colony. This was one of the Thirteen Colonies that rejected British rule in the American Revolution.
Connecticut is the third smallest state by area, the 29th most populous, and the fourth most densely populated of the 50 states. It is known as the Constitution State, the Nutmeg State, the Provisions State, and the Land of Steady Habits. It was influential in the development of the federal government of the United States.
The Connecticut River, Thames River, and ports along Long Island Sound have given Connecticut a strong maritime tradition which continues today. The state also has a long history of hosting the financial services industry, including insurance companies in Hartford and hedge funds in Fairfield County.
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If you are looking for a destination full of beautiful scenery, intriguing history and friendly people then look no further than New England in the USA. New England is a region in the northeast of America and consists of six states, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut.
Autumn (the Fall) is an ideal time to visit when the leaves on the trees turn from green to thousands of different shades of gold, red and orange, a sight not to be missed! In the winter you can ski in the mountains and enjoy cosy fireside evenings at the inns of Cape Cod. In spring and summer New England is the place to be for hiking and biking in the mountains and around the lakes and enjoying the beautiful beaches.
Dining out in New England is an experience in itself. Seafood is a specialty in coastal regions, especially lobster and clambakes, not to be missed on your direct holidays to America.
Places of Interest
Plymouth
Here you can explore a replica of the Mayflower II where actors re-enact the lives of the pilgrims. Just outside Plymouth is another replica, Plymouth Plantation where you can see what life was like for both settlers and Native Americans.
Rhode Island
This is the smallest state of the USA but is home to a fifth of the country's historic landmarks.
Newport
Explore the history of sea trading and smuggling here in the world's yachting capital. Newport became a colony in 1639 and is famous for privateering and the 'triangle trade' of slaves, rum and molasses. Today visitors can enjoy gazing at the expensive yachts in the harbour whilst sipping a cocktail in one of the waterfront restaurants and bars.
Salem
Located just up the coast from Boston, Salem is full of beautiful buildings and the Salem Witch Museum which is dedicated to the infamous witch trials which were held here in 1692. Although this is the main attraction here there are other museums relating to early colonial life and there is also the Peabody Essex Museum which showcases local and international art and culture.
Cape Cod
Once a major shipbuilding and whaling centre, Falmouth is now a typical picturesque Cape town. This is where the Pilgrims made a stop. It is said that they were terrified of the huge lobsters and refused to eat them but were amazed by the gigantic cod. The Cape has glorious beaches, including the huge National Seashore, quaint fishing villages and rural inland areas where you will find village greens complete with duck ponds! Catch a ferry from Falmouth harbour to visit Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.
New Hampshire and Vermont
Here you will find rolling mountains with forests, charming villages and winding country lanes just waiting to be explored.
Sturbridge
Wandering around the 200 acres of rolling fields with ponds and ancient trees, you will feel as if you have been transported back to New England in the 1800's. Actors in period costumes demonstrate their crafts, cooking and farming methods whilst eerily telling you about their lives in days gone by.
Berkshires
Once homes of the 19th century millionaires from Boston and New York, these historic mansions here are now museums, inns and performing venues. Two of the best to visit are The Mount with amazing interiors designed by the novelist Edith Wharton and Chesterwood which has absolutely beautiful gardens.
Maine
If you are looking for some of Americas best seafood then look no further than the rugged coastline of Maine. Here you will find fishing communities complete with lobster pounds and lighthouses.
Rockport
Once a major granite shipper, Rockport now attracts visitors who want to sunbathe on the rocks and beaches, walk along the coastline, whale watch and wander through the honeysuckle woods. Rockport is also home to Thatcher Island which has two lighthouses, Halibut Point State Park and a number of art galleries and quirky shops.
Mystic
Built around the mouth of the Mystic River, the town was once a whaling and fishing community. Today visitors can learn about the local trades and crafts from costumed guides at the Mystic Seaport Museum.
Steeped in history and culture, New England is the ideal destination for family holidays to America as there is something of interest for everyone.
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