Berkshires Travel Guide
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Occupying the far western end of the state, the Berkshires are only about 2½ hours by car from Boston and New York City, yet the region lives up to the storybook image of rural New England, with wooded hills, narrow winding roads, and compact historic villages. Summer brings cultural events, including the renowned Tanglewood classical music festival in Lenox. The foliage blazes in fall, skiing is popular in winter, and spring is the time for maple sugaring. The scenic Mohawk Trail runs east to west across the northern section of the Berkshires.
Berkshires Hotels
Fodor's local writers visit every hotel we recommend. Look for our discerning Fodor's Choice picks or search by price and location.
Berkshires Restaurants
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Things To Do in Berkshires
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Travel Deals in Berkshires
- Boston Fares to/from Los Angeles (each way) Virgin America
- Boston: 4-Diamond Hotel in Back Bay, Reg. $235 Lenox Hotel
- 4-Star Boston Cambridge Hotel Hotwire.com
- Boston Fares to/from San Francisco (each way) — $145 Virgin America
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