Massachusetts

The heart of New England both geographically and spiritually, Massachusetts sets the tone that the region follows. Travelers to the region should plan to spend at least some time in the state, which abounds in historic and literary sites—especially in its capital, Boston [1].

The capital city’s reputation as one of the country’s most intellectual and cultural cities is well deserved, and renewed every year by its famous influx of college students. While Massachusetts doesn’t enjoy as much stunning scenery as its northern neighbors, it has its own outdoor attractions in the stark coastline of Cape Cod [2] and the roller-coaster slopes of the Berkshires [3].