Relax and Have Fun in New England's Mountains
May 19, 2007. They may have chilly winters, but the summer temperatures in New England are just right. A traveler only needs to spend a day at a luxury vacation rental in the Northeast to come to this conclusion. There are many great mountain destinations to choose from, including the Berkshires and the Green Mountains.
The Berkshires straddle the state line between in Massachusetts and New York. What makes this region unique is the rich theater heritage. Thirteen venues and theater companies offer endless choices for entertainment, including a theater festival and Shakespeare in the Park. Taking in a show is the perfect way to end a day spent golfing, hiking or shopping. As one writer for SmarterTravel.com discovered, the Berkshires also have quite the literary heritage – she visited Edith Wharton's sprawling estate and Herman Melville's more modest home.
The Green Mountains of Vermont draw people for the pastoral mix of broad farm valleys separated by lush, large mountains. There's no better place to experience this than Stowe, a resort town tucked into the shadow of Mount Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak. The town's new event, Wings Over Stowe will surely become a favorite with birders. The month-long festival, held May 27 through June 30, will feature bird walks, kayaking expeditions and an exhibit of naturalist John James Audubon's famous illustrations at the Shelburne Museum of American Folk Art.
