Because of its textured coastline, Massachusetts was early on nicknamed the Bay State. The number of bays lining the shore remains a main attraction and a feature of the landscape. But Massachusetts, one of the New England states, is much more than that. The state has a rich history, with iconic locations around every corner. …
The seventh smallest state in the USA, Massachusetts is located in New England in the northeast region of the country. It is a beautiful state that is made up of coastal plains, hills, mountains and urban centres. Massachusetts is known as ‘The Bay State’ due to its large number of bays along its coastline. There …
One of the original 13 colonies, Massachusetts is now also the most populous state in New England. The Pilgrims actually established the first colony there at Plymouth, and a neighboring town, Salem, held the infamous witch trials. Rich in history as well as beautiful countryside and beach towns, Massachusetts is an appealing vacation destination for …
The city of Lowell is located in Massachusetts and is the perfect example of scenic New England. Over the years Lowell has gained a reputation as a great holiday destination, thanks to its mix of interesting museums, relaxing parks, and lively attractions including ball parks and concert arenas. For those who love literature, Lowell is …
For those who make the trip to Cambridge in Massachusetts, expect to be dazzled by this university town which is most famous for being the location of world renowned Harvard University. The city has a student feel to it which means that you will find vibrant nightlife, eclectic restaurants, as well as a wealth of …
Treat the family to a day out or come for a vacation, the water parks of Massachusetts always offer something fun and exciting for everyone. It’s easy to spend hours at these parks, or even days, exploring the many rides and exciting activities. The pool waters are crystal clear, the slides are thrilling, the kiddie …
Massachusetts, the small New England state made famous by Harvard, Boston, and movies like Good Will Hunting, has a lot of character jam packed into its mere 10,554 square miles. For your next romantic getaway, grab your partner and explore all the charm and beauty this Northern state has to offer. Whether you want to …
Educated, progressive, safe and awash with parkland, Springfield (Massachusetts) is a city shooting up the lists of America’s favourite places to live. Springfield often describes itself as the “City of Firsts” for its many innovations, the big ones being motorcycles and basketball. To recognise its origins the Basketball Hall of Fame is located in Springfield …
Named after Worcester in the United Kingdom, this is Massachusetts second largest city (after Boston) with a population of approximately 182,000, as of 2010. Due to its central location, Worcester is actually known as the “Heart of the Commonwealth” and is popular for being a busy but friendly city, close enough to Boston to be …
Boston, founded in 1630, is Massachusetts’ capital and also its largest city and, as of 2020, has approximately 684,000 residents. It is famed for the key role it played in the American Revolution as well as being home to many prestigious universities and technical colleges such as Harvard Medical and Business Schools, MIT, Boston University, …