The gazebo in Essex, Conn. (photo by Eric H.)

We feel there's no better way to plan for your England vacation trips than from "locals" like us. As lifelong New Englanders, we have traveled to quite a few places and then written about those special hidden and famous destinations at VisitingNewEngland.com. 

This is our scrapbook of New England vacation things to see and do -- we have passed these invaluable bits of travel information along to you, in hopes of inspiring a New England vacation. Consider every word in every article written straight from the heart and with a penchant for detail -- the "who, what, when, where why and how," if you will of New England. 

We also recommend visiting our Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont pages for state specific travel ideas.

From the rocky coast ocean of Maine to the historically perserved Colonial Connecticut towns and villages, we love traveling New England and hope that the following general New England trip planning ideas appeal to every class of people:

ARTICLES ON THINGS TO DO AND SEE IN NEW ENGLAND

Great New England Destinations -- Towns, Cities, Regions

New England's best travel destinations

Discover some of New England's most charming, underrated communities.

In search of impressive New England city skylines

Three New England college towns to visit

The scenic New England photo gallery showcases the best of New England travel. It is the next best thing to being there!

Enjoy the best scenic drives in New England.

Backroads of Rural New England Video Tour

Coastal New England Video Tour

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Seasonal New England Travel

Here are 30 fun things for you to do during your New England summer vacation.

Find your ideal vacation destination with The Top 30 Memorial Weekend New England Travel Countdown (also great as a trip planning guide for the entire summer).

Find the best New England ocean beaches for your summer vacation.

The Visiting New England.com New England spring guide offers great trip planning tips for the warmer weather.

The New England fall foliage journey is as exciting as the planned destination.

Falls weddings in New England.

A recommended fall foliage season scenic driving route.

New England fall foliage hotel guide

Our first travel choices for a great New England fall season.

Winter Activities in New England

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New England Attractions (including shopping)

Read about the top New England summer vacation destinations and attractions.

The New England Summer Baseball Stadium Tour

Tap into a New England maple syrup tour

New England destinations to satisfy your sweet tooth

New England summer attractions for the family.

Five New England childrens museums to visit in Maine, Massachusetts and Rhode Island during your school vacations.

Read our New England tourist attractions page for the best things to do in the region.

The New England shopping guide reveals the best places to shop in New England, while experiencing the true New England spirit for New England residents and vacationers.

More great New England shopping

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Save Money on Your New England Vacation

Planning Your Perfect New England Summer Staycation

Vacationing in New England on a budget

Dining on a budget in New England.

Military travel discounts and special deals For Your Vacations -- includes special rates at Best Western Hotels in New England.

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New England Dining/Food Places

Find where the locals eat at our New England dining guide.

Kid-friendly dining around New England

Traditional New England restaurants

Five hidden restaurant gems in Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island that will surely please the appetite.

Papa Gino's pizza features loads of toppings and fresh sauce and cheese.

New England's top 10 ice cream stands and our reader's feedback!

Top New England diner picks

Our favorite New England-based restaurant chains

Rating the best supermarkets in New England.

New England dining blog updates

Gone but not forgotten New England restaurants

More Memories of New England Restaurants from the 60s, 70s and 80s.

Read about kid-friendly restaurants in and around Boston, and beyond.

Where to find healthy food in New England

Three great Boston area Chinese restaurants

New England's most romantic restaurants

Summer's here and that means great New England seafood.

Our favorite New England  snacks, condiments and appetizers.

Mini restaurant reviews, otherwise known as restaurant tidbits

Fruitful information about blueberry products and resources from New England.

Restaurant reviews: a baby's perspective

For those who loves sweets

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New England Hotels/Accommodations

Find hundreds of New England Hotels at discount rates -- book online through VisitingNewEngland.com.

A New England family travels New England in search of the best campgrounds.

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New England Living

The thrill of experiencing four seasons of New England living.

The Best Places to Live in New England Forum allows readers to provide feedback on why they like living in their cities and towns.

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New England Travel Guides

The Great New England Book Store -- Find regional travel guides and more for your New England vacation.

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New England Calendar

Check the New England calendar of events section for key events and news

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New England Trip Planning Support

Have a question about visiting New England? Ask the experts for all your New England trip planning needs!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About VisitingNewEngland.com

VisitingNewEngland.com Answers: Married couple with no kids or dogs looking for an uncrowded New England travel destination with antiquing, beautiful country and fair vacation pricing.

Map of New England

New England Weather

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New England Travel Archives/Legacy Articles/Past Press Releases:

New England "Word-of-Mouth" travel tips from the "locals."

Yankee ingenuity! Tired of buying, seeing and generally experiencing the same old routine? These New England pioneers offer you new twists on old ideas -- offbeat ,unique and, at the very least, quite enterprising!

Family-oriented New England resort and hotel vacations. We list 10 amazing, time-tested resorts and hotels with stellar reputations, New England ambiance and character, pampered relaxation and a knack for creating instant New England family memories.

The debut of the VisitingNew England.com travelogue offers travelers and vacationers updated travel tip briefs. The latest edition features interesting summer family destinations and a special Armenian restaurant in Watertown, Mass.

Save money when vacationing in New England

"Just outside New England series": Cooperstown, N.Y., is America's most perfect village

Just outside New England series"Old Forge, N.Y., hasn't changed and that's a good thing.

Just outside New England series": Old Forge, N.Y.: one mile long, millions of memories.

Just outside New England series":The Blue Mingo Grill offers hall of fame fare in Cooperstown, N.Y. 

Just outside New England series": The Inn at Cooperstown offers dream-come-true accomodations.

Toy shop memories in New England in the 1960s and 1970s -- includes a section on how to purchase hard-to-find toys, games, books, hobbies and crafts from the Vermont Country Store in Weston, Vt.

Ski, snowboard places, events in New England -- Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire.

Several New England Christmas and holiday events promise great fun during a truly special time of the year in New England.

It's not too early to start planning your special Valentine's Day in New England.

Kids' Programs at NH Ski Resorts

Learn to Ski/Snowboard at NH Ski Resorts

Deals at NH Ski Areas

Womens' Programs at NH Ski Resorts

Vermont Skiing Ideas and Calendar of Events

Maine Winter Calendar of Events

Maine winter calendar of events and activities 2006

"Flavors of the Neponset Valley" offers a food lover's dream.

It's trick or treat in New England with Halloween events and ideas promising lots of scary fun at Six Flags Springfield, Mass., Old Sturbridge Village, Mass., and Bristol, Conn.

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Interested in lodging on the rocky Maine coast with a waterfront view? How about a trip to the scenic White Mountains where a family vacation includes hiking, swimming, skiing and visiting family attractions like Storyland and Santa's Village? Perhaps a trip to coastal Newport, RI, to tour the famous mansions, and experience first-class dining and lodging with a harbor view?  At our New England Discount Hotel Guide, you can research thousands of New England hotels, find your perfect travel destination, and book online at the lowest available rate.

Search for discount hotels in: CT | ME | MA | NH | RI | VT

Photo: Short Sands Beach, York Beach, Maine (photo by Eric H.)

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