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Boston
(Massachusetts)
Beantown wears its impressive heritage on its sleeve.
Calling this quaint and charming city the 'Athens of America' might seem a bit braggadocio, but the city's 19th-century glory radiates through its grand architecture, its population of literati, artists and educators and its world-renowned academic and cultural institutions.
Disastrous 'urban renewal' projects in the 1950s provoked such a furious backlash that Boston now has some of the best preserved historic buildings and neighbourhoods in the country. Compact, walkable, historic and clean, the city blends old-world beauty and modern convenience.
Caution
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Dangers & Annoyances
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Boston is a reasonably safe city, but use common sense. Don't carry around huge amounts of cash, and lock up what you don't need if your hotel has a safe or safety deposit boxes. Don't carry your wallet in your back pocket. If you are walking through the common or the Public Garden at night, stick to the main paths. It's a good idea to stay out of other parks (such as the Fenway or the Esplanade) and to stay east of Massachusetts Ave and north of Washington St after dark. Some subway platforms have special night-time waiting areas. Use them.
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The heightened security measures at US airports have been amended. The total ban on any liquids or gels being taken onto aircraft has been relaxed. 'Travel size' toiletries (90mls or 3 fl oz) stored in a clear, zip-lock bag are now permitted. The requirements, in place for the forseeable future, will mean some delay and disruption at airports and travellers should plan accordingly.
For more information about the restrictions visit the US
Transport Security Administration website. |
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