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GARDENS
Massachusetts Gardens
Massachusetts Gardens – This is the most populous state in the New England region of the United States. It borders on the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and New York. The capital is Boston, which is also the most populous city in New England.
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill: Tower Hill features 17 distinct gardens, preserved woodlands, and miles of walking trails. The trails are well maintained and easy to walk. The indoor exhibits are gorgeous and many of the sculptural installations are a fun addition when you are outside. The orchid exhibit has some awesome flowers and plants. This exhibit is indoors, the staff are welcoming and there is a dining area with specialty, healthy foods to order. This is a wonderfully peaceful and clean place. Admission to this is about $17. This garden is a real nature-lover’s paradise featuring many gardens, an orchard, outdoor event space, a library and more. You will find this garden in the town of Boylston.
Berkshire Botanical Garden: This Garden is a 15-acre botanical collection that contains over 3,000 species and varieties, with an emphasis on plants that thrive in the Berkshires. This is one of the top outdoor attractions in the Berkshires and is a great place to walk around and take in trees, plants, and flowers. Often, they have exhibits going on as well so you can find new things to see. If you need a place to tire the kids out there’s plenty of open space for them to run around. They have a wonderful topiary with crocodiles, peacocks, lamas, and other animals. Several pathways are lined with flowers and there is a small indoor gallery as well. There is an annual harvest festival each September that has tag sales, musicians, local artisans, and games. You will find family fun here in Stockbridge.
The Botanic Garden of Smith College: It consists of a fine selection of woody trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants, and an excellent collection of tropical and subtropical plants in The Lyman Conservatory. All are open to the public. The outdoor gardens are great to walk around in the sunny weather, and it’s awesome having the Lyman plant house warm and green year-round, even in the middle of winter. You will particularly love the bulb show, benches for photos, succulent section, and resident frog. This garden is found in Northampton.
Garden in the Woods: This Garden is a woodland botanical garden and is the headquarters of Native Plant Trust. They are open to visitors between mid-April and mid-October. In this unique botanic garden, visitors often describe as magical; you’ll find a naturalistic plant collection that showcases New England native plants with complementary specimens from across the country on 45 acres sculpted by retreating glaciers into steep-sided valleys, and a kettle pond. Here you’ll find inspiration for your own garden and a new appreciation for the varied plant life of this region. This is a nice way to spend an hour or two in the outdoors. You do need to get timed tickets online in advance. Once you get there, you’ll find four loops you can walk around, and there’s an app with information about what you are seeing. If you see a plant you like, buy it here. Garden in the Woods lies just west of Boston, in Framingham.
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STATE PARKS
Massachusetts State Parks:
Massachusetts State Parks – Massachusetts, officially the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, is the most populous state in the New England region of the United States. Boston is the capital and a great place learn about the early years of the founding of our county. Massachusetts has 24 State Parks, 38 State Forests, and a State Wildlife Management Area. Visit these area parks and have some wonderful times…
Pilgrim Memorial State Park: Pilgrim Memorial State Park is one of the most heavily visited state parks in Massachusetts. Nearly one million people a year come from all over the world to visit the town where in 1620 Europeans first made a home in New England and to see Plymouth Rock. This simple boulder has become a world-famous symbol. It symbolizes the courage of the men and women who founded the first New England colony as well as the contact of the European colonists and the Wampanoag People who lived in the area for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. A landscaped waterfront park provides scenic views of Plymouth Harbor. The Mayflower II, a replica of the ship that brought the first Pilgrims to Massachusetts, is normally anchored at the park. The park staff offer daily walking tours from April through November at 11 am, 2 pm, and 4 pm as well as rock talks throughout the day. Discover this park in Plymouth.
Halibut Point State Park: This park is small, with limited parking for $5 per day, but well worth planning a visit to hike the beautiful granite ledges by the ocean. Arrive early or in the off season to get a great parking spot. There is a granite quarry with a small building, lots of birds, seals and other wildlife, too. This park is a unique site – walking trails are easy, the quarry is a great site which includes trails overlooking the ocean with stunning long-distance views, and trails down to the water, be careful along the rocks! Travel to Rockport for this park.
Robinson State Park: This day-use park consists of 811 acres of frontage on the Westfield River, offering a variety of outdoor recreation including bicycling paths, walking trails, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and cross-country skiing. There is also a paved road through the park, which would be a great way to get a wheelchair bound person out into nature. The wildlife you get to see includes owls, hawks, eagles, beavers, and even a bobcat. This great park in found near Agawam.
Nickerson State Park: A gorgeous state park with miles of bike trails that link into the rail trail. Numerous well-maintained campsites some right on the kettle ponds. A great day can be enjoyed as you either swim or kayak the calm waters of the park. You can spend full days here enjoying people watching and swim the clear water. Dogs are also fine although do everyone a favor and use a leash. Many people load kayaks with coolers and chairs and paddle over to private beach areas. The staff at the park are top notch near Brewster.
Maudslay State Park: What some do not realize is the beauty found in nature. Walking the trails in this park is a great way to find it, especially if you like to explore. Seeing a sunset with the Merrimack River and the trees as a backdrop is beautiful. Seeing the floral gardens is beautiful and it’s nature at its best. You may get to see the fawns with their mothers eating near the entrance to the forest. Make sure you have a good camera for the great sites you will see here near the town of Newburyport.
Myles Standish State Forest: You will love the drive through this forest. Seasonal changes cause people to come here often for the peaceful aura. There is camping available with several locations in which to set up. There is an equestrian area, ponds in which to swim and roads on which to bicycle, and you can rent a kayak, too. The rustic environment of the park and its expanse make for a peaceful nature experience. It is near Plymouth downtown, so you will be able to find a nice restaurant for a farm to table lunch experience.
TravelKatz is looking forward to helping you and your family and friends make a wonderful vacation in Massachusetts. Just call us at 352-277-7300 or “chat” with us at www.vacationnationradio.com.
MUSEUMS
Massachusetts Museums:
Massachusetts Museums should be on your bucket list of places to visit. The fact that Massachusetts is one of the original 13 Colonies by itself is intriguing. What discoveries will you find at the following museums?
New Bedford Whaling Museum: The short film at the beginning will get you interested in the history and background of New Bedford, the region, and whaling such that the whole set of displays made more sense. The largest museum in America devoted to human interaction with whales in the world’s oceans, the history of whaling and its impact, and the history of Southcoast Massachusetts, the Whaling Museum houses an extensive collection of art and artifacts relating to whaling during the age of sail, socioeconomic history of the region, whale ecology, marine mammal conservation, and ocean health. Visitors can marvel at massive whale skeletons, board the world’s largest ship model – the Lagoda – see an exhibit about the world’s longest painting and explore hands-on learning activities in the Casa dos Botes Discovery Center. And the folks working there are treasures as well. The Whaling Museum is a compelling destination that inspires all visitors to reflect on the complex issues that shaped the past, remain critical today, and inform a sustainable future. This museum is found in New Bedford.
John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library: Relive the Kennedy era in this dynamic combination museum and library, where your visit starts with a short film and then leaves you on your own to explore a series of fascinating exhibits, including the Kennedy-Nixon debate, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the space program, 1960s campaign paraphernalia and displays about Jacqueline and other Kennedy family members. The striking, I.M. Pei-designed building overlooks the water and the Boston skyline. All the details on JFK’s presidency, life and times was awesome. There is a piece of the Berlin Wall. Artifacts related to WW2 service, clothing, and the glamor of the time. John F. Kennedy, whether you like him or hate him, was a fascinating person in our country’s history. This museum has artifacts from his younger life to his presidency. There was a video that you watched before you went in to the see the exhibit. It is on the outskirts of the city of Boston.
The Jenney: Your Journey into History Begins Here! Meet Leo Martin, local historian and the local tour guides who take you back in time as they tell stories of struggles, survival, and faith that set the cornerstones of our country. Discover Plymouth’s History – a Walking Tour: Hear about the people, places, and events that shaped the beginning of our country as you walk through the historic district of Plymouth. Forefathers Monument Tour – This hidden gem is the largest free-standing solid granite monument in our country. The faith of the Pilgrims will become real to you as you learn what each of the five statues represents. Hear the faith story of the Pilgrims all in one spot. Conversations with a Pilgrim: The guides help visitors learn all aspects of the Pilgrim family including economics, education, government, and faith. All tours require a reservation. This is one of those unique museums In Plymouth.
Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House: Take a dazzling view of Gloucester Harbor. Add a rambling Arts and Crafts summer “cottage” with over 40 rooms. Combine with the creativity and originality of Henry Davis Sleeper, the designer of the house and one of America’s first professional interior decorators. Mix in his collections of glass, pottery, and antiques, a secret stairway, mirrors hidden behind doors, ancient carvings, and a circular library in a tower. That’s Beauport, aka the Sleeper-McCann House, where each room has a different theme, including the Octagon Room (everything from the walls to the doorknobs is in eights), the glorious China Trade Room (hand painted Chinese wallpaper from the 1780s), and the light-filled Golden Step room where the large windows can be lowered into the walls to let in the sea air. Tours are led by a very knowledgeable guide. Save enough time to walk through the recently restored gardens, also designed by Mr. Sleeper, and to admire view of the Gloucester harbor from the brick terrace. Found in Gloucester.
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FESTIVALS
Massachusetts Festivals:
Massachusetts Festivals: This New England state can help you enjoy festivals of every season. Spring and Fall are the best times to see beautiful blooms and amazing colors. Come see what festivals Massachusetts has to offer…
Wilso’s Solid Sound Festival: Wilco’s Solid Sound Festival returns to MASS MoCA this summer on June 28-30, 2019. Join us for a weekend of music, comedy, art and more at the largest contemporary art museum in the US. MASS MoCA is in North Adams, MA — nestled in the lovely northern Berkshire mountains, approximately 140 miles west of Boston, 160 miles north of NYC and 45 miles east of Albany. Nearest airports are Albany and Hartford/Springfield. Wilco are not a band for the narrow of mind or the faint of heart.” Deluxe camping is available. Fri, Jun 28, 5:00 PM–Sun, Jun 30,11:00 PM
Levitate Festival: This grassroots music and arts festival features roots, reggae, folk, rock, and funk. The organizers, a community-oriented surf/skate shop, started the festival as an anniversary party in 2013, but it became such a success, it’s now an annual New England event. Held just 30 minutes south of Boston, the festival is an excellent reason to get out of the city for the weekend! July 12-14,Marshfield Fair Grounds.
Boston Pizza Festival: Are you interested in all-you-can-eat pizza, sampling, live entertainment, games and more?! You want Pizza this?? The annual pizza festival in Boston might be just the thing! Vendors from all over will be serving up Gluten-Free, Vegan, Neapolitan, Sicilian, New York Style, and much more at City Hall Plaza in Boston! This Festival is a 2-day outdoor festival featuring live music, food and giveaways. Local and international vendors in the food industry will be there. Each pizza vendor will be selling their own product. Giving attendee’s the unique opportunity to try pizza from all over. Vendors will each have a chance to enter and win “Boston Pizza Festival Pizza Champion’ contest. July 13 & 14, 11:00am -10:00pm.
Barnstable County Fair: a Cape Cod family tradition spanning 171 years, features live music, amusement park rides and games, animal shows, a petting zoo, 4H demonstrations, horticulture displays, arts and crafts, food and commercial vendors, livestock competitions and small arena shows with horse pulls, dressage, and horse jumping. Monday, July 22 – Thursday, July 25: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Friday, July 26 – Saturday, July 27: Noon to 10:00 PM. Sunday, July 28: Noon to 9:00 PM.
39th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival: Over 200 Juried Artisans, Craftspeople, Food Vendors, Authors and Musicians from throughout the United States will display and sell their American made works; Come and sample an array of gourmet delights. Bring your appetite for the food court, featuring traditional fair fare including Kettle Corn, Paella, Hot Dogs, Sausage, Fresh Wraps, Seafood, Ice Cream and more. Enjoy free “family style” entertainment including live music and various performance arts. Saturday August 17, 9am to 6pm, Sunday August 18, 9am to 5pm
Food Festival: Food Festival features a display of the products such as Chicken pie, chop suey dog, ice coffee, fudds, beef, hot dogs, ice cream and much more. Fenway Park, Sat, Sep 21.
Carnival Parade: Ever been in a parade? Well here’s your chance. The parade starts at the Harbor Hotel and continues down Commercial St, through the town center, to the corner of Franklin St in the West End. The town welcomes and encourages individuals, groups, and creative floats to enter as participants in the parade. Come celebrate summer in Provincetown!
August 22, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
If you and you family and friends want to spend some time in Massachusetts and be part of some unusual festivals just give Travelkatz a call at 352-277-7300 and we will make it happen for you.
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Boston was given its name in 1630 by Massachusetts Bay Colony’s first governor, John Winthrop, who named it after his hometown, Boston in Lincolnshire. The name was popular with Bostonians from the start, since many of them were also from the Lincolnshire region of England.
Fenway Park: If you’re an avid baseball fan, even if you’re not, this tour is a must do. You get a great inside perspective of the country’s oldest stadium with tons of information. The tour takes you behind the scenes and the history about the ball park. Standing on top of the Green Monster and looking out over the field is great! On the tour, you get to sit atop the Green Monsta, see the visiting locker rooms, sit in the historic oak and iron seats, visit their museum of memorabilia, and sit in the press boxes. Great tour at a very unique and historic MLB park.
Freedom Trail: The Freedom Trail is a great way to see the fantastic city of Boston on foot. It visits most of the historic sites in Boston and is the perfect way to build up an appetite for a feast of lobster and clam chowder! The Freedom Trail is done at your own speed and see what you want. Plan on several hours though. See Paul Revere’s house, his grave. See Mother goose grave and Benjamin Franklin’s parents graves next to Paul Revere’s church. You can go to the Old North Church, through Haymarket, all around the North End. This is the whole reason to come to Boston. This is where it all started. If you don’t do this you are missing this country’s history.
Site of the Boston Massacre: In March 1770. As part of the revolution, the story of sordid killing of five male civilians and injured six others who were killed by British Army soldiers. Patriots Paul Revere and Samuel Adams took this chance to stir the public to gain support for a revolution. This review is not a story about history but a brief background of what happened and where it took place. The place where it happened is in front of the building where the declaration of independence was first read. There is a large circular landmark in front of the building to signify its importance in history. This building is the place where the declaration of independence was originally read. Part of the Freedom Trail.
Old City Hall: The Old City Hall is a national landmark located on School Street. The present building was constructed between 1862 and 1865 in French Second Empire architectural style, one of the first such examples in America. This is nice to see as are some of the monuments in the courtyard in front of the building. This is the sight of America’s first public school, the Boston Latin School between 1704 and 1748. You can see a nice mosaic plaque along the School Street footpath in front of the Old City Hall. One of the school’s first students, Benjamin Franklin is recognized with a monument here as well. There is fellow statue to Boston’s second Mayor Josiah Quincy that is worth seeing as is the bronze donkey seen here. Created by Florentine sculptor Antonio Frilli. Part of the Freedom Trail.
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum: A totally loved the museum and peripherals. Very interactive and exciting. Guides did an amazing job of immersing you in the history of the 3 sons of Liberty. Lunch after is Offered and the Seating area is bright and cheery and again, the guides, do an amazing by answering questions and teach children about Boston’s history. This is a Fun historical tour, with a great job by the personnel. Excellent story-telling re: the Boston Tea Party and the events leading to the Revolutionary War. Museum part is very well done. A must see if you are interested in the American revolution.
John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library: The JFK Library is a fantastic museum! With its unique exterior look and location on the water, you have amazing views before even getting to the meat of the museum. A great video introduces you to JFK’s ascension to the presidency and the museum presents a picture of the Kennedy’s from early life to the impact JFK had even after his death. Part of the museum is modeled after the White House and visitors learn information about Jackie Kennedy, RFK, and other elements of the family and their lasting impact. From the five-story view of the ocean to JFKs small PT boat from WWII you will appreciate the making of a great American who became president.
King’s Chapel: The building dates to the 1700s, but is still an active religious community today. The church is lovely with private pews, an elevated pulpit and the oldest organ in an American Church. There is a self-guided tour available, with lots of explanatory signage along the way. Climbing the stairs up to the bell tower to see the largest Paul Revere bell ever made was only one of the many highlights to this tour! Climbing the stairs up to the bell tower to see the largest Paul Revere bell ever made was only one of the many highlights to this tour! Part of the Bones and Bells Tour.
Getting to Boston is an easy flight from Tampa and there are numerous places to stay, of course. TravelKatz will be happen to make your time in Boston come alive for you. Just give us a call at 352-277-7300 and we’ll make it happen for you.
MASSACHUSETTS VACATION PACKAGE MADE EASY
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MASSACHUSETTS: Walden Pond
The intrigue and beauty of Walden Pond are praised most notably by Henry David Thoreau in his book “Walden,” which is based on his experiences living there.
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FESTIVALS
Massachusetts Festivals:
Massachusetts Festivals: A state in the new England area has always had wonderful festivals to enjoy by you for every season. Spring and fall are the best times, you’ll see new foliage and blooms or those amazing fall colors! Come see what festivals we have uncovered for you…
Wilso’s Solid Sound Festival: Wilco’s Solid Sound Festival returns to MASS MoCA this summer on June 28-30, 2019. Join us for a weekend of music, comedy, art and more at the largest contemporary art museum in the US. MASS MoCA is in North Adams, MA — nestled in the lovely northern Berkshire mountains, approximately 140 miles west of Boston, 160 miles north of NYC and 45 miles east of Albany. Nearest airports are Albany and Hartford/Springfield. Wilco are not a band for the narrow of mind or the faint of heart.” Deluxe camping is available. Fri, Jun 28, 5:00 PM–Sun, Jun 30,11:00 PM
Levitate Festival: This grassroots music and arts festival features roots, reggae, folk, rock, and funk. The organizers, a community-oriented surf/skate shop, started the festival as an anniversary party in 2013, but it became such a success, it’s now an annual New England event. Held just 30 minutes south of Boston, the festival is an excellent reason to get out of the city for the weekend! July 12-14,Marshfield Fair Grounds.
Boston Pizza Festival: Are you interested in all-you-can-eat pizza, sampling, live entertainment, games and more?! You want Pizza this?? The annual pizza festival in Boston might be just the thing! Vendors from all over will be serving up Gluten-Free, Vegan, Neapolitan, Sicilian, New York Style, and much more at City Hall Plaza in Boston! This Festival is a 2-day outdoor festival featuring live music, food and giveaways. Local and international vendors in the food industry will be there. Each pizza vendor will be selling their own product. Giving attendee’s the unique opportunity to try pizza from all over. Vendors will each have a chance to enter and win “Boston Pizza Festival Pizza Champion’ contest. July 13 & 14, 11:00am -10:00pm.
Barnstable County Fair: a Cape Cod family tradition spanning 171 years, features live music, amusement park rides and games, animal shows, a petting zoo, 4H demonstrations, horticulture displays, arts and crafts, food and commercial vendors, livestock competitions and small arena shows with horse pulls, dressage, and horse jumping. Monday, July 22 – Thursday, July 25: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Friday, July 26 – Saturday, July 27: Noon to 10:00 PM. Sunday, July 28: Noon to 9:00 PM.
39th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival: Over 200 Juried Artisans, Craftspeople, Food Vendors, Authors and Musicians from throughout the United States will display and sell their American made works; Come and sample an array of gourmet delights. Bring your appetite for the food court, featuring traditional fair fare including Kettle Corn, Paella, Hot Dogs, Sausage, Fresh Wraps, Seafood, Ice Cream and more. Enjoy free “family style” entertainment including live music and various performance arts. Saturday August 17, 9am to 6pm, Sunday August 18, 9am to 5pm
Food Festival: Food Festival features a display of the products such as Chicken pie, chop suey dog, ice coffee, fudds, beef, hot dogs, ice cream and much more. Fenway Park, Sat, Sep 21.
Carnival Parade: Ever been in a parade? Well here’s your chance. The parade starts at the Harbor Hotel and continues down Commercial St, through the town center, to the corner of Franklin St in the West End. The town welcomes and encourages individuals, groups, and creative floats to enter as participants in the parade. Come celebrate summer in Provincetown!
August 22, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
If you and you family and friends want to spend some time in Massachusetts and be part of some unusual festivals just give Travelkatz a call at 352-277-7300 and we will make it happen for you.
