There’s nothing better on a summer day than heading for the Massachusetts seashore with friends and family. Just a short ferry ride from the Cape lie the stunning island beaches of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. The Cape & Islands region is, of course, where you can experience the famed Cape Cod National Seashore, where 40 miles of pristine coastline are dotted with half a dozen standout beaches some, like Nauset Light Beach and Race Point Beach, even feature picturesque lighthouses nearby. Situated north of Boston on picturesque Cape Ann - aka Massachusetts’s “Other Cape” - the city of Gloucester boasts several gorgeous beaches, including Good Harbor Beach, above. From Salisbury Beach in the north to Westport’s Horseneck Beach in the south, families can delight in surf and sand all along the state’s 1,500-mile coastline. Photo Credit : Lynn Graves/Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism Beach Funįew things in childhood compare with seeing the ocean for the first time, and Massachusetts’s stay-all-day beaches and fun coastal towns offer the perfect setting for this magical moment. For those who love snowy adventures, a day of sledding in Hampshire County is the definition of all-ages fun. At the state’s biggest ski area, Wachusett Mountain in Princeton, you’ll find not only a wide spectrum of age-focused instruction but also an acclaimed adaptive skiing program that uses the latest equipment and techniques to help open up the world of downhill winter sports to guests with disabilities. At Jiminy Peak in Western Massachusetts, for example, KidsRule Mountain Camps put children ages 4 to 14 on the path to a lifelong love of skiing and snowboarding. If winter sports are more your thing, the state’s ski areas are renowned for making excitement accessible to all, with instruction tailored to a variety of ages and skill levels. Photo Credit : Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism And zipline enthusiasts, take note: Berkshire East Mountain Resort boasts some of the longest and fastest ziplines in North America, letting riders rocket through the air at speeds of nearly 60 mph.Īs the largest ski and snowboard resort in southern New England, Jiminy Peak has families covered for winter fun - but there’s plenty to do all year round at this outdoor playground. Give white-water rafting a go in Charlemont, home to three leading outfitters that offer guided trips for kids as young as 5, or play among the treetops at one of Massachusetts’s aerial adventure parks, such as Boundless Adventures in Berlin, just an hour from Boston, or Ramblewild in Lanesborough. You’re never too old or too young to feel the adrenaline rush of tackling a brand-new adventure. After all, there are always more memories waiting to be made.įamily Thrills Along with fellow Charlemont-based outfitters Berkshire Whitewater and Crab Apple Whitewater, Zoar Outdoor helps visitors to Western Massachusetts make a splash on the Deerfield River. No matter what your family loves to do - from playing in the outdoors to spending a day in the big city - Massachusetts is a destination that can be shared in by travelers of all ages, and will inspire them to keep coming back with future generations in tow. While sitting at the bar, patrons are able to watch the big-screen television and/or the chefs as they cook in the glassed Open Kitchen.In West Yarmouth, Seagull Beach is a favorite of families thanks to its wide swath of pristine white sand and its setting on Nantucket Sound, known for warm waters and tranquil surf. Customers can choose from a large selection of top shelf wines and cocktails. Adjacent to the Waiting Area is the Modern Bar. As diners enter the huge and heavy glass door, they arrive in the Waiting Area. The contemporary decor includes a sleek, studied space, accented in orange and blue, with a soundtrack suitable for a club. MoCA?s unique and distinctive interior design combines the ambiance of Chinese, Japanese and Thai restaurants. Located in Long Island?s Hewlett Shopping Center, MoCA shines like a 1000-watt bulb in a darkened room, eye-catching in the already bustling shopping center. MoCA, as diners may wonder, stands for modern Culinary Art, a blended name that reflects our concept of MoCA Asian Bistro i.e., a dining facility that blends contemporary style, cozy atmosphere, fine services and authentic Asian foods.
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