Take 10 - A Tank Away

By Tom Haines, Globe Staff

In this summer of economic discontent, near may be better than far, close to home better than the ends of the earth. So we offer 10 top-notch spots only a tank of gas away, or less, in the hope that they deliver adventure and escape, or at least a chance to soak in the sweet smells of the season.
In this summer of economic discontent, near may be better than far, close to home better than the ends of the earth. So we offer 10 top-notch spots only a tank of gas away, or less, in the hope that they deliver adventure and escape, or at least a chance to soak in the sweet smells of the season.
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Places to visit on a tank (or less) of gas
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