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Laconia
The arrival in Laconia—then called Meredith Bridge—of the railroad in 1848 turned the once-sleepy hamlet into the Lakes Region's chief manufacturing hub. It acts today as the area's supply depot, a perfect role given its accessibility to both Winnisquam and Winnipesaukee lakes as well as Interstate 93. It also draws bikers from around the world for Laconia Motorcycle Week in June.
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Travel Deals in Lakes Region
- $245-$281 -- Downtown Boston Hotel through Summer Holiday Inn Express Boston Garden
* Some taxes, fees additional
