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Here in Connecticut there are many great spots for summer fun by the water. Check out these three fun day-trips for you and your kids.

Connecticut itself may be small in size, but it's big in history and in heart, and always has something fun in store, especially when it comes to the fall and winter months, and the Holiday season in particular.

For those interested in the history of man and the sea, Mystic is the place to visit. Its several ships and onshore historical village take you back to the days of whaling and naval commerce throughout the 1800s.

Mystic Seaport is a living museum which honors and displays life in a shipbuilding community in the 19th Century. Because it is surrounded by a myriad of other attractions Mystic is a great vacation destination.

Presented here, is a guide which offers pertinent information regarding some of the cruise boats which regularly depart from Mystic and Groton, Connecticut.

Even the sea creatures get involved in conjuring up some mystical and haunted Halloween for families in Mystic Country, CT this October. Here are the top local picks for residents of the Mystic Country region of Connecticut.

National Geographic Adventure Magazine names Mystic, Connecticut, one of the best waterfront towns in the country. As a tourism destination, Mystic offers a range of sea-themed activities and attractions.

Groton Connecticut is eight miles from Mystic Seaport, one of the most popular tourist areas on the East Coast and it is only three miles to the nearest Amtrak station in New London, making commuting to New York a good possibility.

Independence Day is on of the most popular holidays in the US. The state of Connecticut is no exception.

This listing of five hotels in North Stonington, Connecticut is meant as a guide for consumers looking at which hotel to choose based on amenities and options of the hotel and services it provides.

Art, food, and a little something for the Irish can be discovered in Connecticut this summer. If you would like to spend a special time cruising the New England coast, these summer festivals are certain to make your trip an unforgettable one.

Connecticut really comes alive in May. It is warm enough to be pleasant, not yet hot enough to make you want to stay in the air-conditioned room.

For those looking for a good hotel room under $75 near Foxwoods Resort Casino, and Mohegan Sun Casino in southeastern Connecticut, the choices are rather limited.

When bringing children to an inn, remember you are responsible for their actions. Many of these inns are furnished with antiques and the children must respect the furnishings and the other quests.

Many of the inns are offering a great way to get a vacation and save money at the same time. They have come up with some great discount mid week getaway packages.

This provides a comparison of amenities of the three hotels in Uncasville, CT closest to the world's second largest casino complex.

New London, CT is enjoying increased foot traffic due to cruise ships docking. The massive Explorer of the Seas cruise line makes four stops in summer/fall 2007, including Sept. 29 and Oct. 13, and has brought tourists and residents into the city.

Each of the 50 states has something terrific to offer; when you have some free time, consider making road trips a tradition! There's so much to explore in the United States.

"Pull over and ask for directions," familiar words to anyone who has been on a road trip and equally as familiar to parents are the cries of children, "I have to go to the bathroom."

The summer camping season has arrived. Time to open up the camper, clean out those spiders who used it as a winter lodge and start packing in the necessities.

Living history museums, and there are quite a number of them, bring us closer to the human side of our collective past. By interacting with real people, children in particular gain a better understanding of the lives lead by our ancestors.

The Mohegan Sun Casino offers an exciting destination for a week of summertime fun. But if you want to raise your odds on having a really great vacation you might want to consider some of this advice.

Eating at fish shacks is a summertime tradition in New England. Here are a few favorites guaranteed to wet the appetite.

There are many places to shop for holiday decorations in Manhattan. In order to narrow down the many choices, I have picked the five of the best places to shop for your holiday decorations.

10 haunted locations in Connecticut

Connecticut is a small state but it has some great summer camps for kids and would make a convenient location for parents in near-by New York or Boston.

Connecticut is so convenient to get to from anywhere in the Northeast that it makes a logical destination for a New Years Resort get away. And the resorts have some great packages that will make just about anyone happy.

Founded in 1903, the New Britain Museum of American Art in central Connecticut has upheld a rich tradition of presenting some of the most important American artistic achievements.

There are some amazing hotels in Hartford, Connecticut, and I review the top three of these hotels for potential guests.

Nestled in the heart of the University of Connecticut campus is one of Connecticut's premiere art museums, The William Benton Museum of Art. It is a cultural asset to the school as well as the general public.

A proposed visitor's center in Thompson is apparently not a priority goal in a report issued by Earth Tech who is studying rest areas, service plazas, and welcome centers in Connecticut.

A description of the location, time, date and transportation for the Fourth of July Fireworks in Hartford, Connecticut.

While residents and visitors to Connecticut River Valley had fun at the Haunted Hayride and Kids' Haunted House, organizers report donations to be lower than that collected last year.

Are you looking for free criminal records for people in Connecticut? There is no need to pay for this information when it is free to the public.

Although fall is noted for its stunning leaves in Connecticut, it's also the best time of year for fairs, festivals, and art shows.

Upcoming family activities in the Connecticut area for Harvest season and Halloween.

First Night is an annual family celebration for the city of Danbury, Connecticut to ring in each New Year.

Many people who work in downtown Hartford, Ct enjoy playing different games from the Connecticut Lottery. Many times, consumers do not know where various lottery ticket locations are in the downtown area. Here is a guide explaining where they are.

Seafood is a very controversial food category. Whether you like it or not, seafood has to be fresh and seafood has to be good. Captain's Catch Seafood Restaurant in Milford, Connecticut is a restaurant that will provide you with exactly that: great food at great prices.

Many residents of the Hartford, Ct area regularly visit acupuncturists, seeking treatment for a host of ailments and conditions. Presented here, is a guide that briefly profiles the top acupuncturists in the Hartford, Connecticut area.

Eritrean cuisine,a form of Northeastern African food and cooking,is very uncommon in most parts of the United States.In Connecticut,there are only two such restaurants located in the entire state. Here is a guide profiling those two restaurants.

Coupons that patrons at Foxwoods Resort Casino received in the mail for gambling on slot machines may be a violation of an agreement the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, owners of Foxwoods, has with the State of Connecticut.

After years of undergraduate and post graduate study you are now ready to begin your career as a Connecticut Certified Public Accountant.

Vintage clothing stores in New Haven, Connecticut are a great place to find one of a kind vintage pieces. Vintage clothing stores in New Haven, Connecticut are filled with clothing and accessories from the entire 20th century.

Citizens of Connecticut who are pulled over by police will have to shell out another $10 for motor vehicle violations thanks to a bill recently passed by the CT State Legislature and signed by Governor Rell.

This article will cover what is involved, how to register for the exam, and what to study in order to pass the Connecticut Bar Exam.

My brother and I are finding excuses every day to go bass fishing. And here in Connecticut, there's plenty of options.