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Cliff Calderwood
Member since 24th November 2005
Occupation: Travel Writer Cliff Calderwood is the owner and contributing writer of http://www.new-england-vacations-guide.com . You can read other destination articles and get a free travel report at his New England vacation guide site.
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26th May 2006
Lake Champlain is the largest body of fresh water in the U.S. after the Great Lakes, and at 120 miles in length and an average depth of 400' and 12 miles across, everything about it is impressive. But more impressive than its size is its unspoiled beauty....
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26th May 2006
Covered Bridges first appeared in the U.S. around 1805, but the history of these monuments to another age date back thousands of years to China. Covered bridges had also existed in Europe since medieval times and there were once hundreds of them in Switze...
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10th May 2006
No matter which season you take Vermont vacations, you'll see these seven scenic wonders and fall in love with the Green Mountain state. And just in case you mistakenly think there are only seven wonders - think again. Each of these is a vacation in itsel...
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05th March 2006
Block Island is a refuge for people and nature. You'll discover towering cliffs, stunning views and some of the best beaches on the New England coast... and without the crowds. You see Block Island takes a little bit of effort to get there, and this is g...
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05th March 2006
A Boston vacation is a mesmerizing trip through the nation's past and to a celebration of its future and center of learning. Here in one city you can experience the start of the revolutionary war, see a coral reef, take a bus on a river, and experience th...
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05th March 2006
Inns and bed and breakfasts can be a wonderful type of accommodation for a vacation or getaway weekend. Understanding how they work and the pluses and minuses of choosing them over a traditional hotel room is key to making sure your stay is both delightfu...
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05th March 2006
Lake Winnipesaukee nestles in the foothills of the White Mountains in New Hampshire. It's the states largest body of water and one of the deepest. Centered in the popular vacation area known as the Lakes Region it provides 4-season pleasure for millions e...
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05th March 2006
As a New England vacation travel writer I've always considered Connecticut an overlooked state when people choose destinations and attractions for a New England vacation. As you'll discover here a Connecticut vacation offers excitement... or peace and qui...
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05th March 2006
Fall foliage in New England provides a showcase for Mother Nature. Perhaps nowhere else in America, and maybe even the world, are the fall colors as stunning and spectacular as October in New England.
Fall foliage in New England really begins in August...
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05th March 2006
Fall foliage scenic drives in Connecticut include the Long Island Sound coastal routes, and the Litchfield Hills in Northwestern Connecticut. These areas offer dramatic scenic drives any season, but for me, the trip that comes alive in the fall is nestled...
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05th March 2006
Fall foliage scenic drives in Maine are varied and include coastal drives around Acadia National Park and the rocky coastline of upper Northern Maine to Baxter State park region, to some of the larger lakes in the state. Many of the scenic drives emphasiz...
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05th March 2006
Rhode Island may be the smallest state in the union but when it comes to scenic drives it has one of the best. With over 400 miles of coastline and 20 percent of America's National Historic Landmarks, Rhode Island packs plenty of distractions in this fal...
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05th March 2006
This fall foliage scenic drive in Central Vermont is a loop tour of about 150 miles. Although it's possible to do the drive in one day and bypass many of the attractions and rambles suggested, I'd recommend you carve out a weekend to do it justice.
The...
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04th March 2006
Newport RI has long been the playground for the rich and famous. In the 19th century it became a popular summer retreat for the wealthy escaping the hot humid weather in the large industrial cities of the Northeast. They built their magnificent mansions ...
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04th March 2006
Old Sturbridge Village has both feet planted firmly in 19th century New England. You'll experience the dawn of prosperity and modern commerce and what life was like in a typical New England village of the time. Role playing staff in period costumes recrea...
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