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  • Spoil yourself with a special sunset tour on Nantucket

    NANTUCKET - Most people imagine a Nantucket sunset of fading gold on a boat-speckled harbor. But there are other island sunsets to be seen here from unspoiled vistas.
  • Sandwich museum has its own magic gardens

    SANDWICH - Tucked away on a hilltop above Shawme Pond near the 17th-century village center, this estate-like museum complex is not a typical Cape Cod attraction. You can dine al fresco without a seagull taking a run at your sandwich, for example. But even beach lovers can tire of scorching sand or hit a rainy spell, and when that happens, ...

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Weston, Vt.

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Readers scaled glaciers, rock climbed, paddled with "sea monsters," and more. See the top 15 picks.

Around New England

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More secret spaces

Wander inside a Freemasons' lodge, behind the Custom House clock, and more.
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Boston's best hotel pools

Jump in and experience the city's coolest hotel pools. Grab a drink at the juice bar, see a rooftop view or relax in luxury.
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Your summer pet photos

Readers share their photos of dogs on summer vacation.

Boston Visitors' guide

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Wind riders

They believe man is meant to fasten his feet to a board, tether himself to a kite, then hope to be swept up in the next gust to blow over the sea. See the video
N.E. Sand Sculpting Festival

N.E. Sand Sculpting Festival

See the amazing entries from the festival and vote for your favorite.
Blending cheap and chic

Blending cheap and chic

From low-budget hostels to lavish seafood meals, discover the many sides of Nantucket Island.
Outdoor adventures on the Vineyard

Outdoor adventures on the Vineyard

From biking on country roads to kayaking in protected marshes, Martha's Vineyard offers visitors more than just T-shirts with black dogs.

Summer...finally!

10 ways to beat the heat

10 ways to beat the heat

The dog days getting you down? Here are 10 ways to challenge the oppressive heat of summer in New England.
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New England clam shacks

Few food destinations are more synonymous with summer on the New England coastline. Here are some of the best.
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New England summer guide

Find sunny beaches, wild rides, and local hot spots.
Explore Martha's Vineyard

Explore Martha's Vineyard

Get acquainted with all that this famous summertime island retreat has to offer.
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Best yoga retreats and studios

A local expert's take on the best spots to find your inner ommm.
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Outdoor adventure guide

Go outside and do something! Find bike paths, hiking trails, and more New England adventures.
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10 places to roam with Rover

From summer camps to cozy inns, tour dog-friendly destinations throughout N.E.
Fenway confidential

Fenway confidential

Tips on scoring tickets, autographs, parking, and more.
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Greens sans the fees

Readers share their favorite public golf courses throughout New England.

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