| The US state of Massachusetts is home to some of | | | | successful business has been operating for over 130 |
| the country's most beautiful cities, and there is no | | | | years and is a great way to sit back, relax and take in |
| better example of this then its capital. | | | | the beauty of the city. |
| Boston is one of the oldest cities in the US and is a | | | | The swans are part of the Boston experience and |
| thriving city renowned for its cultural facilities, | | | | simply must be given a go. They grace the waters of |
| world-class educational institutions and champion | | | | the Boston Public Garden, which was the first |
| sports franchises. | | | | Botanical Garden in the US. These boats are unique to |
| The city also holds a prominent position in the forefront | | | | any others in the world and they will delight those both |
| of American history, making it the cultural and historical | | | | young and young at heart. |
| hub of America's New England. | | | | When your journey is finished be sure to check out |
| The city of Boston is overflowing with fun and exciting | | | | the gift shop for a keepsake of your adventure here. |
| adventures to take part in and there is sure to be | | | | 4. Boston Duck Tour |
| something here for groups of all ages. | | | | Keeping in the spirit of traveling by bird, take a unique |
| Here are a few ideas to get you going: | | | | tour of Boston on the Duck Tour. Your adventure will |
| 1. Boston Children's Museum | | | | begin by boarding your duck, which is a W.W.II style |
| If you have travelled to Boston on a family holiday, one | | | | amphibious landing vehicle. This vehicle will allow you to |
| of the first attractions you will be pleased to come | | | | cruise by all the landmarks that have made Boston the |
| across is the Boston Children's Museum. This amazing | | | | birthplace of freedom. This journey will allow you to |
| institution exists to help children understand and enjoy | | | | experience the golden-domed State House to Bunker |
| the world in which they live, through the | | | | Hill, and the TD Banknorth Garden, Boston Common, |
| encouragement of imagination, curiosity, questioning | | | | and Copley Square and the Big Dig. This is all just in |
| and realism. There is a great emphasis on hands-on | | | | the first few minutes, with plenty more to come as |
| engagement here and this is essentially what the kids | | | | you venture further. |
| enjoy the most. | | | | The journey comes to a close as you "splashdown" |
| The exhibits here focus on science, culture, | | | | into the Charles River for a fantastic view of the |
| environmental awareness, health and fitness and the | | | | Boston and Cambridge skylines. This is an experience |
| arts. These are intertwined into the five areas for | | | | that the whole family can enjoy and it is something so |
| children, which include Creative Kids, Curious Kids, | | | | unique, you won't be able to find it anywhere else in |
| Global Kids and Healthy Kids. | | | | the world. |
| A visit here will enlighten the children and will even | | | | 5. New England Aquarium Whale Watch |
| surprise the adults. This is a fantastic day out that will | | | | With such a close proximity to the ocean, it's no |
| be a great start to your family holiday. | | | | wonder Boston offers so many world-class whaling |
| 2. The Freedom Trail | | | | adventures. The best of these is no doubt the New |
| As previously stated, the city of Boston is strong in | | | | England Aquarium Whale Watch, which is dedicated to |
| American history and this is clearly evident as you trek | | | | ensuring your whale watching experience is one to |
| along the Freedom Trail. This trail preserves Colonial | | | | remember forever. Board the Voyager III and this high |
| Revolutionary Boston in a manner that makes you feel | | | | speed catamaran will transport you to the Stellwagen |
| like you are actually living in these times. | | | | Bark Marine Sanctuary, which is a rich feeding ground |
| The Freedom Trail will take you on a journey to 16 | | | | for whales, dolphins, sea birds and other marine life. |
| historical sites over the course of 2 to 3 hours, but | | | | This adventure will take around three to four hours so |
| there is so much to see that you could easily spend an | | | | you can be sure you will see enough marine life to sink |
| entire day here. This trail will take you on an adventure | | | | a ship (well, not literally of course). |
| of two and a half centuries of America's most | | | | From whale watching, to mechanised ducks and |
| significant past and will give you an opportunity to see | | | | wooden swans, Boston is a city that takes the best |
| the city as it truly is. | | | | things in life and converts them into fun and exciting |
| 3. Swan Boats of Boston | | | | adventures. A family holiday will be one that can be |
| For the chance to feel like you are in Venice, Italy, why | | | | enjoyed time and time again and will keep you coming |
| not take a stroll down to the Swan Boats. This | | | | back for more. |