25 Spring Getaways in New England for under $150
Saturday, March 28, 2015
GoLocal Worcester Lifestyle Team
There will be times throughout your work week that you will look outside and find yourself wanting to escape the monotony of your workload and the enjoy the sunshine coming to the New England area.
GoLocal Worcester has put together a list of 25 great places across New England to get away and get your mind off your daily routine.
Here are some ways to give yourself a spring getaway that will not hurt your bank account.
Here are 25 Spring Getaways in New England for under $150:
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A Night at the Wachusett Village Inn
Wachusett in Princeton, MA isn't just for skiing - spend the night at the cozy Wachusett Village Inn and spend the day hiking. At Wachusett Mountain State Reservation, a variety of hiking trails are available for all levels of hikers.
The Freedom Trail and Lunch in Boston
The Freedom Trail is a 2 and a half mile route that leads you to 16 historically significant sites through downtown Boston. You can explore museums and meetinghouses, churches, and other historical places.
Stop along the way for lunch at one of Boston’s many restaurants and explore one of America’s oldest and most interesting cities.
Sam Adams Brewery Tour
If you love beer, stop by the Sam Adams Brewery in Boston for a tour and beer tastings - there are special events all spring, including the April Open House on Thursday, April 16th and starting April 1st, they're offering Flight Nights every Wednesday from 5PM to 7PM.
You can create your own complimentary flight plan by choosing from beers on tap and in growlers, ranging from experimental brews, to the flagship Boston Lager, and seasonal styles. Best of all, it's free!
Nickle Creek Vineyards
Opening for the season in May, Nickle Creek Vineyards in Foster, RI offers wine tastings and self guided vineyard tours. 2 wine tastings are complimentary, and $8 for any six wines. Pick up a bottle of your favorite starting at just $12.99.
Explore Acadia National Park
People have been drawn to the rugged coast of Maine throughout history. Awed by its beauty and diversity, early 20th-century visionaries donated the land that became Acadia National Park. The park is home to many plants and animals, and the tallest mountain on the U.S. Atlantic coast. Today visitors come to Acadia to hike granite peaks, bike historic carriage roads, or relax and enjoy the scenery.
The Cog Railway at Bretton Woods, Mt Washington
Passengers experience a sense of adventure and history on the Mount Washington Cog Railway's 3-hour guided train tour to the highest peak in the Northeast. With approximately one hour to spend at the 6,288 foot summit, visitors can take in the spectacular panoramic view, spanning the mountains and valleys of New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont, north into Canada, and east to the Atlantic Ocean.
Due to the popularity of trips, advance booking is recommended.
Take A Ferry and Explore Casco Bay Islands
The Casco Bay Islands are sometimes called The Calendar Islands as it is said you could explore a different island each day of the year.
For a one-of-a-kind adventure, the Maine Island Trail Association (MITA) has mapped a route from the New Hampshire border to Machias Bay and their handy guide offers details on places to explore and wildlife to watch for along the islands of Casco Bay.
The Casco Bay Lines, offers year-round ferry service to the larger islands and allows islanders to live year-round off the mainland. Its schedule allows for easy planning of your island adventure.
Shattuck Golf Stay & Play
Enjoy the scenic Mount Monadnock region and get some golf in, too. The Stay and Play program teams up the Shattock Golf Club with several area inns.
Experience everything the region has to offer with many lakes, hiking trails, antique shops and restaurants. The Jack Daniels Motor Inn offers a 1 night stay with 1 round of golf for $90 per person.
Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Tour
Who doesn't love ice cream? The Ben and Jerry's Factory Tour in Waterbury, VT offers a 30-minute guided tour that is fun and educational for all ages.
The full service scoop shop menu includes special items as well as traditional favorites (like waffle cones and hot fudge sundaes!). Can’t decide? Their scoopers are equipped to offer suggestions and sample tastes.
The Newport Mansions
The mansions are one of the most famous parts of Newport - and you don't have to spend like a socialite to check out the gilded splendor. You can tour any 5 properties for one low price of $31.50, leaving plenty of cash left over for dinner at any of Newport's famed eateries.
Verde Vineyards
Verde Vineyards in Scituate, RI offers tastings for $3.00 and tours are available upon request.
Take a tour, stroll the grounds and absorb the tranquility of the vineyard. Picnic lunches are welcome, enjoy a glass of wine, and spend an afternoon under the oaks at the vineyard.
Private tours and tastings are also available.
Facials at Butter Day Spa
Looking to pamper yourself on a budget? Spoil yourself with one of Butter's luxuriously therapeutic services and reinvigorate yourself.
The $84 Europa Facial includes cleansing, toning, exfoliation and mask to improve skin tone and texture. A relaxing massage and custom treatment mask helps balance and soothe your skin.
Take in the 119th Boston Marathon
The Boston Marathon kicks off on Monday, April 20 at 9:30 AM in Hopkinton MA, and the route continues through to the finish line on Boylston St in Downtown Boston. Grab lunch downtown and cheer on the participants at the finish line. It's a New England tradition!
Ride Horses at the Turning Leaf Farm
Looking for a new adventure? The Turning Leaf Farm near Worcester offers horseback riding lessons and horseback riding for the beginner and experienced horseback rider.
Old Sturbridge Village
Young and old are invited to celebrate spring with the arrival of baby animals and the prepping of the fields at Old Sturbridge Village. Meet the Village’s cuddly, heritage breed newborns up-close and experience first-hand the responsibilities of raising animals on a farm in 1830.
At the Freeman Farm, families will learn about 19th century agriculture practices and tools, as well as learn how they are applicable to today’s farmers and even backyard gardeners. Kids will have a chance to try their hand at seasonal chores.
Explore Block Island
Rent a bike or moped and explore this beautiful island off the coast of Rhode Island.
Block Island features 17 miles of pristine beaches, protected by lighthouses and spectacular bluffs, and surrounded by rolling roads and winding paths.
Check out a Red Sox Game
With tickets starting at just $10, frugal or casual baseball fans can check out a Red Sox home game at Fenway in Boston this spring without breaking the bank. There's plenty of reasonably priced restaurants in Kenmore Square to grab a bite to eat before or after the game, if the ballpark food doesn't do it for you.
The home opener is Monday, April 14 vs the Nationals.
Plimoth Plantation
The 17th-Century English Village at Plimoth Plantation is a re-creation of the small farming and maritime community built by the Pilgrims along the shore of Plymouth Harbor. The English Village brings colonial Plymouth vividly to life.
You will find modest timber-framed houses furnished with reproductions of the types of objects that the Pilgrims owned, aromatic kitchen gardens, and heritage breeds livestock. Engaging townspeople recreating our Pilgrim ancestors are eager to tell you about their new lives in Plymouth Colony.
Carolyn’s Sakonnet Vineyard
Carolyn’s Sakonnet Vineyard in Little Compton, RI has wine tastings and a full menu is available at Carolyn's Cafe from the spring through the fall.
Explore the beautiful coastal vineyards and take a bottle home.
Take a Scenic Drive through New Hampshire and Vermont
Nothing says "Spring" like acruise through the countryside.
Head up north, and check out the budding trees and lush landscapes. Stop off for a bite to eat at a roadside cafe or diner, and hey, we're in the days of GPS - you can't get lost!
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