Destinations and Special Stays

Northeast US City Stays

Historic and riverside stays in Boston, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

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The Top 5 Hotels in Boston for a Scenic and Historical Experience

How to choose where to stay in Boston for history and scenery: the walkable historic core, the harbor edge, Back Bay, and how winter and summer change the trip.

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The Best Hotels in Philadelphia for a Scenic and Historical Experience

Choosing where to stay in Philadelphia for history and views: Old City versus Center City, walking to colonial-era sites, and what to know about the riverfront.

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The Best Hotels in Pittsburgh for a Scenic and Cultural Experience

Choosing where to stay in Pittsburgh for views and culture: the three rivers, bridges and hillside outlooks, and how downtown, the North Shore and neighborhoods compare.

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