It's Vacation Week on NECN, and we're highlighting awesome activities for the family this summer vacation. Here are some of the cool places you can visit this year while social distancing.
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LaBelle Winery in Amherst, NH
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Cesar Arboleda and Amy Labelle, owners of LaBelle Winery
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Chuckster’s Family Fun Complex in Chichester, NH
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Chuckster’s Family Fun Park in Chichester, NH
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Chuckster’s Family Fun Park in Chichester, NH
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Summer Sessions in Rye, NH
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The Spirit of Ethan Allen offers sunset cruises of the lake, which are among the most popular offerings from the sightseeing ship.
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Lake Champlain’s summer sunsets make it a popular destination for travelers
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No two sunsets are alike, but one recent passenger of the Spirit of Ethan Allen called seeing the sun set over Lake Champlain “just absolutely beautiful.”
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Many other small food producers, like Snowflake Chocolates in Jericho, hope you’ll stop in to check out their products while exploring the backroads of Vermont
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The Vermont Agency of Agriculture is encouraging travelers to check out farm stands such as Boston Post Dairy’s in Enosburgh, saying the dairy industry needs support following losses from Covid-19
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One particularly indulgent treat is the maple sundae, which is drizzled with pure maple syrup and topped with maple sprinkles
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Palmer Lane Maple in Jericho makes ice cream from Vermont dairy and the Palmer family’s own maple syrup
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The Constitution State could be called The Waterfall State. There are numerous waterfalls throughout the region, many along breathtaking hiking trails like those in Devil’s Hopyard State Park in East Haddam. The focal point is Chapman Falls, a 60-ft water feature that falls over descending rocks.
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Mystic Pizza in Mystic, Conn.
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Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence, RI
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Ballard’s Beach on Block Island will make you feel like you are a world away. Just hop on the Block Island Ferry from either Rhode Island or Connecticut and you will be whisked away to a small island paradise. Ballard’s Beach, right near the ferry dock, is beach, restaurant, and entertainment zone all in one location. The beach is right across from quaint shops, inns, and restaurants. You can rent mopeds and bikes from near there, too!
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The historic Cliff Walk in Newport is a relaxing 3.5-mile walk that winds along the ocean and past incomparable mansions that stand as a reminder of Newport’s gilded age.
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Stroll along the Providence RiverWalk and it’s a tale of two cities. You’ve got Venetian-style bridges and winding water on one hand, and award-winning restaurants, shops, and museums on the other.
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Misquamicut in Westerly is one of Rhode Island’s most popular beaches. With over a half-mile of beachfront, it is a go-to for people from MA, RI, CT, and NY. Not only is the beach equipped with modern facilities and concession stands, but there are also beach-town-style activities for kids surrounding the beach making it a vacation destination.
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Jennings Beach in Fairfield, Conn.
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Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme, Conn.
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Billed as the largest indoor ropes course in the world, It Adventures Ropes Course in New Haven is a fun way to get out of the sun for the whole family. There are typically over 100 activities, however, due to COVID-19, the facility has limited capacity and some options remain closed. For all activities this year, check to see what’s available and book ahead.
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Located within Hubbard State Park is the Castle Craig stone observation tower. Aside from the incredible views, the park is filled with hiking trails and picnic areas, which are great for social distancing while taking in the best nature has to offer.
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Ocean Beach Park is just one of more than 110 state beaches and parks throughout Connecticut. Located in New London, Ocean Beach Park boasts a white, sugar sand beach, a large freshwater pool and a miniature golf course all in one spot. Due to COVID-19, the beach has a smaller footprint this summer, so check the website for restrictions before you go.
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The Inside Scoop in North Kingstown, RI
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Sleep Afloat house boat rentals
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French toast topped with chocolate chips and whipped cream at Tia Maria’s European Café in New Bedford, MA
