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1. Newport ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Mystic, CT ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Block Island, RI

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4. Freeport Crossing

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5. Green Mountain Byway

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6. Hammonasset Beach State Park

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7. Horseneck Beach State Reservation, New England

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8. Housatonic Valley National Heritage Area

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9. Cape Cod, New England

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10. Lexington, MA

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11. Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center

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12. Mohawk Trail, New England

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13. Bar Harbor, ME

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14. Old Orchard Beach

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15. Old Sturbridge Village, MA

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16. Plymouth, MA

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17. Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway, New England

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18. Reid State Park

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19. Salem, MA

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20. Sherwood Island State Park

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21. Silver Sands State Park

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22. Wethersfield

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23. Woodstock, VT

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24. Exeter, NH

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25. Guilford, CT

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • What makes New England a great travel destination?
    • Filled with quaint towns, spectacular scenery, and rich history, New England is an incredible place to go on a trip. There's something for everyone -- history lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and beach goers.
  • What are some great scenic drives in New England?
    • If you're more interested in the journey than the destination, the Green Mountain Byway, the Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway, and the Mohawk Trail are wonderful driving routes that draw visitors from all over New England.

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