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Ocean, Maryland boasts a vast assortment of outdoor activities, unique attractions and historical landmarks. It has been described as ‘America in Miniature’ since it encapsulates so much within about a three-hour drive of Baltimore and Washington, DC. Western Maryland is the perfect
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Population: 5,633,597 State Capital: Annapolis Largest City: Baltimore Local time: EST - 5 hrs behind the UK Weather: Generally fairly moderate.
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January temperatures range from 23.5°F (-5°C) to 40.3°F (5°C); July temperatures range from 66.8°F (19°C) to 87.2°F (31°F). National/State Parks: 67 International Gateways: BWI
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the capital, Annapolis, and its most populated city, Baltimore. This region boasts an unbeatable combination of fun and culture from a ball game to a classical concert, shops to historic sites, plus great meals at the region’s famous restaurants. Within minutes’ drive of
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holiday, from a white water rafting adventure to an historical fly drive tour, it is all up for grabs in Massachusetts. Known as the ‘Cradle of America’, Massachusetts is the heart of New England. Famous as the place where the Pilgrim Fathers landed in 1620, the state’s heritage has been shaped by settlers, sailors, immigrants and industrialists. Massachusetts now offers cosmopolitan cities, wide-open
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spaces, beautiful sandy beaches, rolling hills, charming islands and quaint, historic villages. Boston boasts the shortest UK to
USA flying time. It is a beautiful and compact city where old meets new with vibrant energy. Massachusetts is one of the top
places in the world for whale watching. Tours depart along the coastline heading north and south during the summer months. For history; walk the Freedom Trail in Boston, see what New England
rural life was like in 1830's Old Sturbridge, and experience life when the Pilgrim Fathers arrived in Plimouth Plantation. Heading inland, the Berkshires offer
a haven of tranquillity with stunning mountain scenery, hidden art galleries and relaxing spas waiting to be explored.
STATE SECRET... Massachusetts has compiled a list of the top 1000 Great Places to visit, highlighting the wealth of history, culture and natural beauty to be found throughout the State. Check out the list at
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DON'T MISS... Massachusetts is a music lovers' paradise, from classical to rock there are regular festivals and concerts. MassJazz offers easy to navigate listings of local venues, jazz brunches, performances, festivals and more for jazz fans who want to explore the State.
www.massjazz.com
Summertime in one of Boston's public gardens
place for adventure. There are picturesque mountains for hiking and white-water rapids for rafters; Deep Creek Lake for boating and water skiing when its warm or Wisp Resort for winter ski. If you prefer to step back in time, explore the C&O Canal and Antietam National Battlefield. Central Maryland is home to both
began back in 1634, when 140 Europeans arrived to settle the colony that would become Maryland. Today it is also renowned for the best bass fishing on the East Coast. Check out Ocean City, Maryland’s
biggest beach resort where you can take to the water or drive from one waterfront village to the next.
survivors of a shipwreck. Roaming along shifting sand dunes and salt marshes, they provide a breathtaking spectacle.
DON'T MISS... Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the entire US with more than 150 rivers and streams flowing into it. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge crosses the bay.
the big-city hustle and bustle, serene pastures are home to Maryland’s thoroughbred horses, old mills and farms and waterside villages. Southern Maryland is where it all
STATE SECRET... The dramatic and romantic barrier island of Assateague is famous for its wild horses. Local folklore describes the horses as
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