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| New England ((in)New England) | |
| Information | |
| Country |  United States |
|---|---|
| Area | 186 457,91 km² |
| Population | 14 845 063 hab. () |
| Density | 79,62 inhab./km² |
| Spindle | Eastern Time |
| Location | |
 43 ° 41 ′ 30 ″ N 71 ° 7 ′ 32 ″ W | |
The New England is a region made up of six states in the Northeastern United States.
Understand
New England is one of the first regions American to be inhabited by settlers Europeans.
Weather
There is an expression in New England: "If you don't like the weather, wait 10 minutes ». New England winters can seem especially harsh. Indeed, if you plan to visit between November and March, be prepared for sub-zero temperatures and strong, cold winds. The best advice is to dress in layers that include an outer layer to block the wind and a sweater that can be removed when working out. In general, the only areas of New England that are somewhat comfortable in winter are the southern shores of Connecticut, from Rhode Island and Massachusetts which are heated by thawed salt water. However, for the visitor prepared for the cold, the deep snows of northern New England and the crisp air can invigorate.
The months of April and May are perhaps New England's best kept secret. At Southern Vermont, you will find off-season rates at many historic inns. New England summers can be mild or uncomfortably humid. The best season for the beach is from mid-June to mid-September (shorter for beaches north of Maine). Areas along the coast are often cooler and more temperate than areas inland.
New England shines through fall. New England foliage is known around the world for its intense colors and rapid onset as well as rapid disappearance. The brightest season depends on the region: early September at the northernmost points of the Maine until early November for the Southern Connecticut.
States
 43 ° 29 ′ 6 ″ N 71 ° 39 ′ 19 ″ W New England regions map |
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Cities
- 1 Boston
- 2 Burlington
- 3 Hartford
- 4 Manchester
- 5 New Haven
- 6 Portland
- 7 Providence
- 8 Springfield
- 9 Worcester
Other destinations
To go
By plane
New England is served by several airports: Logan International To Boston, TF Greene To Warwick, RI, Bradley International To Windsor Locks (Between Hartford, Connecticut, and Springfield), Tweed New Haven To New Haven, Burlington International To Burlington, Vermont, Portland, Bangor, and Manchester airports, among others. Logan is by far the tallest. For low cost flights, JetBlue is at Boston, Nantucket, Burlington, and Portland; while Southwest Airlines is at Hartford/Springfield, Providence, and Manchester; and Air Tran Airways is at Portland and Boston.
By car
New England is served by several highways.
from the region from New York City and connects five of the six states.
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both enter from the west from Albany and southern New York State.
links New Haven with Hartford, Springfield and eastern Vermont.
connects Burlington with Concord.
crosses New Hampshire, connecting St. Johnsbury with Boston.
from the region from New York City and connects five of the six states.
and 
both enter from the west from Albany and southern New York State.
links New Haven with Hartford, Springfield and eastern Vermont.
connects Burlington with Concord.
crosses New Hampshire, connecting St. Johnsbury with Boston.By train
Amtrak has several itineraries in New England including the Northeast Corridor, who links new York and Boston through the intermediaries of New Haven and Providence. the Vermonter go of new York and Washington, D.C. To Connecticut, Massachusetts western and Vermont. The trains MetroNorth of New York City's Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) go between Grand Central Station in Midtown Manhattan and New Haven, with stops in many cities of Connecticut.
By bus
Chinatown Bus goes from New York to Boston for about $ 30 round trip. Greyhound also offers slightly more expensive bus service and to other parts of the country, just like Peter Pan. From the "Port Authority Bus Terminal" to new York there are buses to the western parts of New England. Vermont Transit offers a service of Montreal. The "South Station" in Boston is a hub for bus travel to and from New York and to and from all other parts of New England.
Circulate
It is possible to visit New England without a car. It would require the visitor to study the timetables very carefully, buy tickets in advance when possible, limit themselves to one or two destinations, and remember that public transport rarely runs, if at all. , nights, weekends, and midday. Group excursions (by bus or boat) are also an option for traveling without a car. These tours visit all major destinations, even if it's only to pass them while listening to expert guide commentary. Group tours have the advantage of eliminating worry about destinations, accommodation, and meals, but they have inflexible schedules, few opportunities to meet locals, and perhaps too much knowledge of other passengers. .
By train
Amtrak connects the largest cities of New England with its services Northeast Corridor (Boston - Rhode Island - Connecticut), Vermonter (Connecticut To Vermont), and Downeaster (Boston To Portland). Note that Boston has two main stations: South Station (South Station) and North Station (North Station). Trains departing from South Station serve the southern areas of the city, and those departing from North Station serve the areas north of the city.
All Amtrak services in and out Boston depart from South Station, except those to Portland departing from North Station. There is no direct connection between the two stations. Those who wish to go from one to the other must either take a taxi, or take the metro (with a change), or walk approximately 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) through busy city streets. Train timetables and other information are available on the website of Amtrak.
new York and Boston have commuter train and bus lines, radiate up to a distance of approximately 50 km/ 30 miles. MBTA covers the outskirts of Boston with its commuter rail network (Commuter Rail), including Providence, Lowell, and Worcester. MTA Metro North provides a very frequent and accessible service between new York and New Haven; in New Haven there are many connections to points to the north and east. Remember, above all, that commuter services are infrequent or even discontinued apart from peak hours in the mornings and evenings on working days.
By bus
Greyhound Bus Lines has several routes in the southern part of New England. Vermont Transit serve Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. New Hampshire and Maine are also served by Concord Coach Lines. The main intercity bus service in the southern part of New England is Peter Pan Bus. Their website allows the user to determine the schedules of all buses serving two destinations (whatever) in the southern part of New England.
On a boat
New England has many islands which are attractive destinations, but accessible only by boat. Typically, these islands are compact enough, flat, and with light traffic that a car is not needed once you get there. On the islands, you can get around easily on foot or by bicycle. Many of the ferries to these islands are for foot and / or bicycle passengers only. As for the ferries that also carry cars, tickets are expensive and should be reserved well in advance.
By car
Many of rural parts of New England (including most of Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and western Massachusetts) are not well served by public transportation. To visit, a car is almost essential.
To speak
THE'English is, as everywhere in United States, the language used. A few areas with large Hispanic populations may have a majority who speak English.Spanish, but, even in these places, most people will speak at least basic English (and these areas are out of the typical tourist path). French is spoken in the North of Maine and Vermont near the borders with the Quebec and the New Brunswick to Canada as well as in several regions of New Hampshire. There is a rich French Canadian heritage to Manchester, the largest city in New Hampshire. The demographics are undoubtedly changing, but it is always possible to find stores that supply Francophones and churches that offer mass in French. It is however strongly recommended to have a base in English to fully appreciate the visit of the region.
Eat
The towns and tourist areas of New England have a wide variety of excellent restaurants. Famous items of local cuisine include pizza from New Haven, the maple syrup from Vermont, the Portuguese cuisine of Rhode Island and southern Massachusetts as well as lobsters and blueberries from Maine. All along the New England coast there are local restaurants offering fresh seafood, fried clams, and locally called clam stews. « Clam Chowder ».
In coastal places there is a local specialty called either the « clam bake », the « lobster bake » where the « shore dinner » where a full dinner of clam or lobster is typically served, at a set time, which includes all the traditional New England ingredients, including, of course, steamed clams or lobster, potatoes. baked earth, corn on the cob, baked beans as well as traditional desserts. Sometimes a steak or burger is offered for those who don't eat lobster or clams. Investigate locally in seaside communities for specific locations and dates / times.
Have a drink / Go out
Boston is known for its bars and taverns. New Haven includes hundreds of bars and restaurants. In addition, several other towns in the region have an active nightlife. There are microbreweries and wineries all over the area. The types of stores that sell alcohol for off-site consumption vary from state to state. Generally, wine and beer can be purchased at grocery stores and convenience stores, but stronger alcoholic beverages can only be supplied by locally known retail wine and liquor stores such as « package stores » Where « packies ».. Alcohol is not usually sold on Sundays except in bars and restaurants.
The New England states have strict laws against driving under the influence of alcohol. A few New England police departments enforce these laws by stopping traffic near popular bars and questioning drivers.
Security
New England is one of the safest parts of the country, but it is not spared from crime. All cities in the region, regardless of their size, have neighborhoods where you need to be careful at night. Larger cities are most notorious for crime due to media advertising (for example, Boston after 100 murders per year), but most of these crimes occur between friends and acquaintances. Random acts of violence can happen anywhere, even in the smallest towns. Hitchhiking is not recommended.
Also, as in other parts of the country, use caution while driving, especially on small, curved roads away from major highways where cars often travel erratically and at high speeds. Hikers leaving an automobile at trailheads in remote areas should be careful not to leave valuables in the vehicle.
Like everywhere in the United States, the « 911 » can be dialed for emergencies even without paying from public payphones.
Dangerous animals are not a real problem in New England. However, during May and early June, hikers would be better off avoiding heavily forested areas of northern New England infested with hordes of tiny black flies. The best time to hike is in September and October when the cold nights have stopped the insect activity. However, on trails exposed to wind and sun, it is not certain to avoid contact with biting insects. Rare encounters with poisonous snakes can also occur in southern and western parts of New England, but they almost never cause fatalities. These snakes are so rare that they are considered endangered and it may be illegal to kill them. On the other hand, the hiker will not encounter any poisonous snakes in the Maine or in the north of New Hampshire.
Probably the most dangerous animal you will encounter on a hike is the deer tick, a tiny parasite of about 2 mm in diameter carrying Lyme disease which can cause serious medical symptoms. The best defense against deer ticking is to use insecticides and wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts. Bears and coyotes abound in New England, but they almost always avoid humans. Moose can be dangerous to motorists, especially at night on the dark roads of northern New England. These animals are large and their massive bodies will pass directly through the windshield when struck by a small car. The best defense is to drive slowly through moose crossing areas and watch carefully for moose entering the road.
Around
- the Canada is accessible by Interstate 89 North from Burlington, Vermont towards Montreal or "Maine State Highway 9 East" from Bangor, Maine to Atlantic Provinces from Canada . During the summer the Cat Ferry part of Bar harbor Where Portland (Maine) towards Yarmouth, New Scotland.
