Step beyond the heavily travelled tourist trail into the heart of New England with this encyclopaedia guidebook to one of the country"s most beautiful - and overlooked - travel destinations. Three-quarters of Massachusetts lies off the beaten track, and this new, completed revised and updated third edition will take you there. Here you"ll find the state"s rich history, inviting inns and spas, four-star restaurants and classic diners, scenic roads and fall foliage, and more. Highlights include: the North Shore, including Salem and Marblehead, Cape Ann and Newburyport; south of Boston, including Plymouth, New Bedford and Fairhaven; the culturally rich Five-College area of the Pioneer Valley; rugged hiking, classical music and luxurious spas in the Berkshires. As in all "Explorer"s Guide" this one is independently researched and accepts no payment for listings. Special icons highlight bargains, family-friendly establishments, handicapped access, and lodgings that will accept your travelling pet. detailed maps, a quick-reference "what"s where" section, and a comprehensive index make it easy to find your way around the state.