This guide takes you to New England's historic places and its hippest spaces. Whether you're searching for the region's best brewpub, the tastiest clam chowder or the quintessential quaint lighthouse, our opinionated authors - all New Englanders - provide everything you need for an adventure-filled visit.

- the best places for hiking, skiing, biking, whale watching and sailing

- history, history everywhere, from Boston's Freedom Trail to the Concord and Lexington battlefields

- the lowdown on lodging and restaurants, both cheap and charming

- tips for finding the best leaf-peeping spots in the region