I've lived in the Boston area for 14 years. Here are 5 things that live up to the hype and 2 I tell first-timers to skip.

After living in the Massachusetts capital for 14 years, I always recommend these five attractions to tourists and advise skipping two popular ones.
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From the Freedom Trail to the North End: Boston in One Day

The best way to learn history is to walk through history. Photo Credit: Catherine Parker\ If you have one day, that's OK. Sometimes, seeing it in one day is better than skipping it. After traveling ...

Hear that? That’s called ‘gig-tripping,’ as more tourists travel for music.

Music is the one thing that can take you places that you’ve never been . . . and take you back to places that you went once.” ...
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Gillette Stadium guide: Seating map, parking, hotels, bag policy and more in Foxborough

Planning a trip to Gillette Stadium? Here’s what to know about seating, parking, nearby hotels, airport options, bag policy ...

Now’s the time to book that Cape Cod getaway

This week’s Scenic Six includes the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom’s 2026 lineup, Cape Cod rental tips, and more New England ...
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We Asked 8 Travel Editors Their Favorite Weekend Getaways From NYC—Here's What They Said

From Beacon to Newport, these editor-approved escapes offer beaches, hiking trails, historic inns, and small-town charm—all just a train ride or short drive from NYC.