Download or read book Frommer's Wonderful Weekends From Boston written by Marilyn Wood and published by Frommers. This book was released on 1998-10-15 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Escape the City and Give Yourself a Wonderful Weekend! Wouldn't it be great to get away from it all? To drive along the spectacular Maine coast…step back in time in Vermont's unspoiled villages…swim and picnic on the fabulous beaches of Cape Cod National Seashore…enjoy music and a picnic on the lawn at Tanglewood…or just curl up in front of a roaring fire in a cozy historic inn? Whatever place grabs you, renowned travel writer Marilyn Wood will take you there — and show you how to have the time of your life. Everything You Need for the Perfect Weekend: More than 400 country inns, bed-and-breakfasts, historic hotels, grand resorts, and other special places to stay More than 425 restaurants, from gourmet dining by candlelight to rustic lobster pounds — plus tips on where to pick up the makings for a great picnic What to see and do on your weekend — from hiking, skiing, and sailing to exploring historic sites or attending a play at one of New England's famous regional theaters Special events worth planning for: country fairs, music and dance festivals, boat races, crafts exhibitions, ski races, and more Detailed, accurate maps — plus all the information on getting there and getting around Find us online at www.frommers.com