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Whether you’re visiting New England for the holiday season, or live in the region already, and just want ideas on things to see and do you’ve come to the right place.
But on with the SNOW… oops, I mean SHOW!
And talking of show, here's some classic New England Christmas scenes for you...
visitors with homely displays, sleigh rides... and snow!
Talking of snow… In New England snow can arrive anytime after Thanksgiving. In the northern mountains of Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, the snows come earlier.
These first snows usually signal the start of the New England Holiday season and festivities.
Here’s a quick read of what’s in store for you. As you go along click on any of the links to get more details on anything that interests you.
Bright Nights at Forest Park
Billed as New England’s single most popular holiday destination, “Bright Nights at Forest Park” is entering its 15th season.Located in the Forest Park area of downtown Springfield, Western Massachusetts, it’s a wonderland of marvelous displays such Never, Never Land, and Noah's Ark and the giant American Flag. >Learn more about Bright Nights at Forest Park...
Christmas at the Newport Mansions
Each holiday season the Newport Mansions of The Elms, The Breakers, and Marble House put on a stunning show of spectacular evergreens, trees, thousands of poinsettia plants, fresh flowers and wreaths.
The great entrances and hallways display magnificently decorated trees. The dining tables are set with period silver and china, and mannequins are dressed in authentic costumes.
>More details on Christmas at Newport Mansions...
New England Christmas at Old Sturbridge Village
Old Sturbridge Village has always been one of my favorite places to visit and discover about life in 19th century New England. Now with the holiday season upon us, the village once again displays its ability to provide a discovery experience in a fun and entertaining way...
And all with a New England Christmas flavor!
>Learn more about an Old Sturbridge Village Christmas...
The Boston Christmas Season...
Whether you delight in taking in the seasonal favorite of Boston Ballet “The Nutcracker” or soaking up glad tidings of joy at the Boston Pops Holiday Series, Boston knows how to celebrate the season with special shows and concerts, and of course there’s always the famous “First Night” celebration.
> Learn more about Boston Christmas Season...
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Lantern Light Tours at Mystic Seaport
Mystic Seaport undergoes a festive decoration for the Christmas season and you’ll have a chance to visit with the villagers, and trade stories as you make your way to the local tavern, and watch as sailors make merriment and enjoy being landlubbers for Yuletide.
> More details about Lantern Light Tours here...
Polar Express – Connecticut Style
The North Pole Express is a popular nighttime steam train ride with live readings of Christmas stories, hot chocolate and cookies, sing-along, and holiday surprises. Special guest Santa Claus has a treat for all children, and you’re guaranteed lots of fun and lots of extras.
> Learn more on North Pole Express here...
New England Christmas Time at Santa’s Village...
Way up north is the village of Santa. You can visit him in the summer, and you can visit him in the fall, but the best to time visit him is… Christmastime! Santa’s Village is located in Jefferson, New Hampshire - a spot deep in the White Mountains.
Santa is preparing for his world tour on Christmas Eve, but you can take a peek for a brief time if you hurry.
> Learn more about Santa's Village here...
Woodstock Wassail Weekend
Woodstock, Vermont shakes off the early days of winter, puts on its party clothes, and welcomes visitors for its annual Wassail Weekend on December 11-13, 2009. The weekend includes historic house tours, a parade, and...Special events at the Billings Farm Museum. > More details on Woodstock Wassail Weekend here..
Ogunquit Christmas by the Sea...
Ogunquit, Maine is celebrating its 29th year with its 23rd Annual Christmas by the Sea event - and it wants you to be there! During the weekend of December 11-13, 2009 Ogunquit welcomes those wishing to experience tree decorating, caroling, candlelight walks, concerts, visits with Santa...And bonfires, a parade, and… well, a whole bunch more in this jam-packed Yuletide celebration weekend. > Learn more about Ogunquit Christmas By The Sea here...
Down on the New England Christmas Tree Farm
If you just love to have the aroma of a freshly cut Christmas tree decorating your home throughout the holiday season, then this resource is for you. You’ll find information on the most popular farms and resources in the New England region.
Includes a bunch of tips for keeping your tree fresher, and longer.
> Get Christmas Tree Farm resources here...
New England Christmas Gift Idea Resources...
Whether you love to Christmas shop at factory outlets or search for New England specialties online you’ll find these useful resources to help complete your gift purchases.
> Find a factory outlet store…
> Online Christmas gift idea resource…
More New England Christmas Resources…
And if you’re like me, and hungry for even more ideas and suggestions for New England Christmas things to see and do, then you’ll want to grab a copy of my free special report. For details on how to get your hands on it see below…
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