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Alexa

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Becket MA United States

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Newburyport MA United States

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Lovely guesthouse in charming New England town

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Easthampton MA United States

3 1 1

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Charming 1 bed in Boston suburbs/walk to train downtown, 1 hr to Cape Cod!

Alison & Ricky

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Westwood MA United States

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Recently Renovated Cape Cod Cottage

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Brewster MA United States

4 2 2

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Family Friendly Home with easy access into Boston

Sara

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Somerville MA United States

5 3 2.5

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All Decked Out

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Plymouth MA United States

6 3 2.5

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Cape Cod home in Brewster Mass.

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Brewster MA United States

9 4 4

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Tomoko

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Hancock MA United States

4 1 1

Wheelchair accessible

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Quintessential Cape Cod Beach Getaway

Brit

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Dennis MA United States

10 3 2

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Spacious condo in fantastic Boston neighborhood

Alexa

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Boston MA United States

6 3 2

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Cozy Coastal Cape Home

Tracy

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Mashpee MA United States

8 4 2

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Fully renovated antique saltbox 20 minutes north of Boston, Massachusetts.

Krista

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Middleton MA United States

5 4 3.5

Provincetown Beachfront Condo

Tonn

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Provincetown MA United States

2 1 1

Visit the Bonny Shores of Boston During the World Cup

Robbie

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Somerville MA United States

4 2 1

Wheelchair accessible

City living

Heidi

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Brookline MA United States

6 4 3

2 BR 1.5 Bath 2 miles to ocean

Jerry

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Lynn MA United States

3 2 1.5

Walk to Harvard Square

Jean

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Belmont MA United States

2 1 1

Spacious, artsy 1BR in the heart of Cambridge

Naqiya

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Cambridge MA United States

3 1 1

Historic Home, downtown Nantucket

Lina

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Nantucket MA United States

12 6 5

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1b 1b Apartment near Harvard

Yu-Ping

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Somerville MA United States

3 1 1

Light-filled apartment in walkable Boston neighborhood

Nicole

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Brookline MA United States

2 1 1

Quintessential Cape Cod home surrounded by trees and a mile from beautiful Craig...

Kerry

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Barnstable MA United States

6 3 2

Boston 2 bedroom Jamaica Plain home near Sam Adams brewery

Perry

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Boston MA United States

5 2 1

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Deer Hill Cape

Dawn

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Cummington MA United States

5 4 2

Newton Center Gem: Stylish, Spacious, and Family-Friendly

Chana

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Newton MA United States

6 4 4

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Large family home with big backyard, 30 minutes outside of Boston, MA. Enjoy bea...

Allison

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Hingham MA United States

6 4 3

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Cosy apartment close to the beach!

Zoë

Apartment

Boston MA United States

2 1 1

Modern Home on Beautiful Pond

Patricia

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Yarmouth MA United States

2 1 2

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Bungalow-style house & large yard in a charming neighborhood close to Boston USA

Deborah

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Arlington MA United States

9 4 2

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Year Round Beach Cottage 5 minutes from Ocean

Lindsey

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Marshfield MA United States

6 3 1

Cosy, spacious house in the best neighborhood in Boston area.

Flavi

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Newton MA United States

4 3 3

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Beautiful Somerville Condo

Zachary

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Somerville MA United States

7 3 1

Sweet location, 1 hour from Boston, Comfy family home

Ciarán

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Worcester MA United States

7 3 2

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Quiet stay in the Berkshires

Kristen

Apartment

Hancock MA United States

4 1 1

Steps from Private Beach, Cape Cod

Kristen

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Falmouth MA United States

8 3 1

Flower Hill Farm Retreat

Carol

Cabin

Williamsburg MA United States

1 1 1

Quiet Neighborhood, commuter rail within 1 mile will take you to Boston or Maine

Cheryl

House

Haverhill MA United States

4 2 2.5

Cute apartment in historic New England town

Stephanie

Condominium

Swampscott MA United States

6 2 2

Wheelchair accessible

Lakeside Chalet in Central MA

Janice

Apartment

Charlton MA United States

3 1 1

Lovely Cape Cod home

Susan

Holiday house

Orleans MA United States

6 4 2

Lovely Berkshires modern farmhouse in quaint New England town (3 hours to NYC, 2...

Tom and Sylvia

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Berkshire County MA United States

6 3 2

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On one side, the Atlantic Ocean; on the other, the State of New York. Massachusetts occupies a privileged position on the east coast of the United States. Rich in history, it is often considered the cradle of the country thanks to Boston's decisive role during Independence. But in addition to its cultural attractions, this state boasts undeniable natural assets: from the wild beaches of Cape Cod to the Berkshire Hills, its varied landscapes enchant travelers.

Massachusetts is known for its delicious seafood cuisine. Although lobster is cooked in abundance, the real specialty is clam chowder, made with cream, potatoes, and onions. Invigorating and warming, this dish can even be enjoyed in plastic cups on the beach.

Some of the reasons to travel to Boston, the capital, are its winding streets that constantly speak of this city's role as the cradle of the American Revolution, but also of a progressive society always at the forefront. Monuments, museums, landmarks, and cultural attractions are everywhere. The famous Harvard University, some of the best American museums, and even the famous Freedom Trail that runs through the most emblematic places of the city.

A visit to Cambridge along the Charles River to the Harvard campus, with its 400-year-old ivy-covered buildings, is not to be missed. Nearby, you can of course also visit the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, better known as MIT, with its resident geniuses.

Many would argue everything is concentrated in Boston and the beach side of this state. Well, the west also has spectacular scenery with mountains, lakes and rivers, and small towns with local stores, restaurants, and plenty of nightlife. Being a rural area, there are many farms where vegetables and fruits are harvested and can be purchased and eaten fresh.

However, since food and lodging are not cheap, the cost of the trip is a major concern. Don't let the cost of accommodation stop you from visiting this amazing region. People Like Us is the perfect solution for finding affordable accommodation. We are one of the largest, safest, and most reliable home exchange platforms in Massachusetts. Sign up, chat with them and exchange your homes today.

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Auf der einen Seite der Atlantik; auf der anderen der Staat New York. Massachusetts nimmt eine privilegierte Position an der Ostküste der Vereinigten Staaten ein. Dank der entscheidenden Rolle Bostons während der Unabhängigkeit wird es oft als die Wiege des Landes angesehen. Aber neben seinen kulturellen Attraktionen bietet dieser Staat unbestreitbare Naturschätze: Von den wilden Stränden von Cape Cod bis zu den Berkshire Hills verzaubern seine abwechslungsreichen Landschaften Reisende.

Massachusetts ist bekannt für seine köstliche Meeresfrüchte-Küche. Obwohl Hummer in Hülle und Fülle zubereitet wird, ist die wahre Spezialität die Muschelsuppe mit Sahne, Kartoffeln und Zwiebeln. Belebend und wärmend kann dieses Gericht sogar in Plastikbechern am Strand genossen werden.

Einige der Gründe, die Hauptstadt Boston zu besuchen, sind die verwinkelten Straßen, die ständig von der Rolle dieser Stadt als Wiege der amerikanischen Revolution, aber auch von einer fortschrittlichen Gesellschaft sprechen, die immer an vorderster Front steht. Denkmäler, Museen, Sehenswürdigkeiten und kulturelle Attraktionen sind überall. Die berühmte Harvard University, einige der besten amerikanischen Museen und sogar der berühmte Freedom Trail, der durch die emblematischsten Orte der Stadt führt.

Ein Besuch in Cambridge entlang des Charles River zum Harvard Campus mit seinen 400 Jahre alten, efeubewachsenen Gebäuden sollte man sich nicht entgehen lassen. In der Nähe können Sie natürlich auch das Massachusetts Institute of Technology, besser bekannt als MIT, mit seinen ansässigen Genies besuchen.

Viele würden argumentieren, dass sich alles auf Boston und die Strandseite dieses Staates konzentriert. Nun, der Westen hat auch eine spektakuläre Landschaft mit Bergen, Seen und Flüssen und kleinen Städten mit lokalen Geschäften, Restaurants und viel Nachtleben. Da es sich um eine ländliche Gegend handelt, gibt es viele Bauernhöfe, auf denen Gemüse und Obst geerntet und frisch gekauft und verzehrt werden können.

Da Essen und Unterkunft jedoch nicht billig sind, sind die Reisekosten ein großes Problem. Lassen Sie sich nicht von den Kosten der Unterkunft abhalten, diese erstaunliche Region zu besuchen. People Like Us ist die perfekte Lösung, um eine günstige Unterkunft zu finden. Wir sind eine der größten, sichersten und zuverlässigsten Haustauschplattformen in Massachusetts. Melden Sie sich an, chatten Sie mit ihnen und tauschen Sie noch heute Ihre Häuser aus.

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Por un lado, el Océano Atlántico; por otro, el estado de Nueva York. Massachusetts ocupa una posición privilegiada en la costa este de Estados Unidos. Rica en historia, a menudo se la considera la cuna del país gracias al papel decisivo de Boston durante la Independencia. Pero además de sus atractivos culturales, este estado cuenta con innegables activos naturales: desde las salvajes playas de Cape Cod hasta las Berkshire Hills, sus variados paisajes encantan a los viajeros.

Massachusetts es conocida por su deliciosa cocina de mariscos. Aunque la langosta se cocina en abundancia, la verdadera especialidad es la sopa de almejas, hecha con crema, patatas y cebollas. Vigorizante y reconfortante, este plato incluso se puede disfrutar en vasos de plástico en la playa.

Algunas de las razones para viajar a Boston, la capital, son sus calles sinuosas que hablan constantemente del papel de esta ciudad como cuna de la Revolución Americana, pero también de una sociedad progresista siempre a la vanguardia. Los monumentos, museos, lugares emblemáticos y atracciones culturales están en todas partes. La famosa Universidad de Harvard, algunos de los mejores museos estadounidenses, e incluso el famoso Freedom Trail que recorre los lugares más emblemáticos de la ciudad.

No se puede perder una visita a Cambridge a lo largo del río Charles hasta el campus de Harvard, con sus edificios cubiertos de hiedra de 400 años de antigüedad. Cerca de allí, por supuesto, también puede visitar el Instituto de Tecnología de Massachusetts, más conocido como MIT, con sus genios residentes.

Muchos dirían que todo se concentra en Boston y el lado de la playa de este estado. Bueno, el oeste también tiene un paisaje espectacular con montañas, lagos y ríos, y pequeños pueblos con tiendas locales, restaurantes y mucha vida nocturna. Al ser una zona rural, hay muchas granjas donde se cosechan verduras y frutas que se pueden comprar y comer frescas.

Sin embargo, dado que la comida y el alojamiento no son baratos, el costo del viaje es una preocupación importante. No dejes que el costo del alojamiento te impida visitar esta increíble región. People Like Us es la solución perfecta para encontrar un alojamiento asequible. Somos una de las plataformas de intercambio de casas más grandes, seguras y confiables de Massachusetts. Regístrese, charle con ellos e intercambie sus casas hoy.

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D'un côté, l'océan Atlantique ; de l'autre, l'État de New York. Le Massachusetts occupe une position privilégiée sur la côte est des États-Unis. Riche en histoire, elle est souvent considérée comme le berceau du pays grâce au rôle décisif de Boston lors de l'Indépendance. Mais en plus de ses attraits culturels, cet état possède des atouts naturels indéniables : des plages sauvages de Cape Cod aux Berkshire Hills, ses paysages variés enchantent les voyageurs.

Le Massachusetts est connu pour sa délicieuse cuisine de fruits de mer. Bien que le homard soit cuit en abondance, la vraie spécialité est la chaudrée de palourdes, à base de crème, de pommes de terre et d'oignons. Revigorant et réchauffant, ce plat peut même être dégusté dans des gobelets en plastique sur la plage.

Certaines des raisons de se rendre à Boston, la capitale, sont ses rues sinueuses qui parlent constamment du rôle de cette ville en tant que berceau de la Révolution américaine, mais aussi d'une société progressiste toujours à l'avant-garde. Les monuments, les musées, les monuments et les attractions culturelles sont partout. La célèbre université de Harvard, certains des meilleurs musées américains, et même le célèbre Freedom Trail qui traverse les lieux les plus emblématiques de la ville.

Une visite à Cambridge le long de la Charles River jusqu'au campus de Harvard, avec ses bâtiments vieux de 400 ans recouverts de lierre, est à ne pas manquer. A proximité, vous pouvez bien sûr aussi visiter le Massachusetts Institute of Technology, plus connu sous le nom de MIT, avec ses génies résidents.

Beaucoup diraient que tout est concentré à Boston et sur la plage de cet État. Eh bien, l'ouest a également des paysages spectaculaires avec des montagnes, des lacs et des rivières, et de petites villes avec des magasins locaux, des restaurants et une vie nocturne animée. Étant une zone rurale, il existe de nombreuses fermes où les légumes et les fruits sont récoltés et peuvent être achetés et consommés frais.

Cependant, comme la nourriture et l'hébergement ne sont pas bon marché, le coût du voyage est une préoccupation majeure. Ne laissez pas le coût de l'hébergement vous empêcher de visiter cette magnifique région. People Like Us est la solution idéale pour trouver un logement abordable. Nous sommes l'une des plateformes d'échange de maisons les plus importantes, les plus sûres et les plus fiables du Massachusetts. Inscrivez-vous, discutez avec eux et échangez vos maisons dès aujourd'hui.

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Da un lato, l'Oceano Atlantico; dall'altro lo Stato di New York. Il Massachusetts occupa una posizione privilegiata sulla costa orientale degli Stati Uniti. Ricca di storia, è spesso considerata la culla del paese grazie al ruolo decisivo di Boston durante l'indipendenza. Ma oltre alle sue attrazioni culturali, questo stato vanta innegabili beni naturali: dalle spiagge selvagge di Cape Cod alle Berkshire Hills, i suoi vari paesaggi incantano i viaggiatori.

Il Massachusetts è noto per la sua deliziosa cucina di mare. Sebbene l'aragosta sia cucinata in abbondanza, la vera specialità è la zuppa di vongole, fatta con panna, patate e cipolle. Tonificante e riscaldante, questo piatto può essere gustato anche in bicchieri di plastica sulla spiaggia.

Alcuni dei motivi per recarsi a Boston, la capitale, sono le sue strade tortuose che parlano costantemente del ruolo di questa città come culla della Rivoluzione americana, ma anche di una società progressista sempre in prima linea. Monumenti, musei, monumenti e attrazioni culturali sono ovunque. La famosa Harvard University, alcuni dei migliori musei americani e persino il famoso Freedom Trail che attraversa i luoghi più emblematici della città.

Da non perdere una visita a Cambridge lungo il fiume Charles fino al campus di Harvard, con i suoi edifici ricoperti di edera di 400 anni. Nelle vicinanze, ovviamente, puoi anche visitare il Massachusetts Institute of Technology, meglio conosciuto come MIT, con i suoi geni residenti.

Molti direbbero che tutto è concentrato a Boston e sulla spiaggia di questo stato. Bene, l'ovest ha anche uno scenario spettacolare con montagne, laghi e fiumi e piccole città con negozi locali, ristoranti e molta vita notturna. Essendo una zona rurale, ci sono molte fattorie dove si raccolgono ortaggi e frutta che possono essere acquistati e consumati freschi.

Tuttavia, poiché vitto e alloggio non sono economici, il costo del viaggio è una delle maggiori preoccupazioni. Non lasciare che il costo dell'alloggio ti impedisca di visitare questa meravigliosa regione. People Like Us è la soluzione perfetta per trovare un alloggio a prezzi accessibili. Siamo una delle piattaforme di scambio casa più grandi, sicure e affidabili del Massachusetts. Iscriviti, chatta con loro e scambia le tue case oggi.

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Aan de ene kant de Atlantische Oceaan; aan de andere kant de staat New York. Massachusetts heeft een bevoorrechte positie aan de oostkust van de Verenigde Staten. Het is rijk aan geschiedenis en wordt vaak beschouwd als de bakermat van het land dankzij de beslissende rol van Boston tijdens de onafhankelijkheid. Maar naast zijn culturele attracties, heeft deze staat onmiskenbare natuurlijke rijkdommen: van de wilde stranden van Cape Cod tot de Berkshire Hills, de gevarieerde landschappen betoveren reizigers.

Massachusetts staat bekend om zijn heerlijke visgerechten. Hoewel kreeft in overvloed wordt gekookt, is de echte specialiteit mosselvissoep, gemaakt met room, aardappelen en uien. Verkwikkend en verwarmend, dit gerecht kan zelfs worden genoten in plastic bekers op het strand.

Enkele van de redenen om naar Boston, de hoofdstad, te reizen, zijn de kronkelende straatjes die voortdurend spreken over de rol van deze stad als de bakermat van de Amerikaanse Revolutie, maar ook over een progressieve samenleving die altijd op de voorgrond staat. Monumenten, musea, bezienswaardigheden en culturele attracties zijn overal. De beroemde Harvard University, enkele van de beste Amerikaanse musea en zelfs de beroemde Freedom Trail die door de meest emblematische plekken van de stad loopt.

Een bezoek aan Cambridge langs de Charles River naar de Harvard-campus, met zijn 400 jaar oude met klimop begroeide gebouwen, mag u niet missen. In de buurt kunt u natuurlijk ook een bezoek brengen aan het Massachusetts Institute of Technology, beter bekend als MIT, met zijn inwonende genieën.

Velen zouden beweren dat alles geconcentreerd is in Boston en de strandkant van deze staat. Welnu, het westen heeft ook een spectaculair landschap met bergen, meren en rivieren, en kleine steden met lokale winkels, restaurants en een overvloed aan nachtleven. Omdat het een landelijk gebied is, zijn er veel boerderijen waar groenten en fruit worden geoogst en vers kunnen worden gekocht en gegeten.

Omdat eten en onderdak echter niet goedkoop zijn, zijn de kosten van de reis een grote zorg. Laat de kosten van accommodatie je er niet van weerhouden om deze geweldige regio te bezoeken. People Like U is de perfecte oplossing voor het vinden van betaalbare accommodatie. Wij zijn een van de grootste, veiligste en meest betrouwbare platforms voor woningruil in Massachusetts. Meld u aan, chat met hen en ruil vandaag nog uw huizen.

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De um lado, o Oceano Atlântico; de outro, o estado de Nova York. Massachusetts ocupa uma posição privilegiada na costa leste dos Estados Unidos. Rico em história, é frequentemente considerado o berço do país graças ao papel decisivo de Boston durante a independência. Mas, além de suas atrações culturais, este estado possui ativos naturais inegáveis: das praias selvagens de Cape Cod às Berkshire Hills, suas paisagens variadas encantam os viajantes.

Massachusetts é conhecido por sua deliciosa culinária de frutos do mar. Embora a lagosta seja cozida em abundância, a verdadeira especialidade é o ensopado de mariscos, feito com creme, batata e cebola. Revigorante e aquecedor, este prato pode ser degustado até em copos plásticos na praia.

Algumas das razões para viajar para Boston, a capital, são suas ruas sinuosas que falam constantemente do papel desta cidade como o berço da Revolução Americana, mas também de uma sociedade progressista sempre na vanguarda. Monumentos, museus, marcos históricos e atrações culturais estão por toda parte. A famosa Harvard University, alguns dos melhores museus americanos, e ainda a famosa Freedom Trail que percorre os locais mais emblemáticos da cidade.

Uma visita a Cambridge ao longo do rio Charles para o campus de Harvard, com seus edifícios de 400 anos cobertos de hera, é imperdível. Nas proximidades, você também pode visitar o Instituto de Tecnologia de Massachusetts, mais conhecido como MIT, com seus gênios residentes.

Muitos argumentariam que tudo está concentrado em Boston e na praia deste estado. Bem, o oeste também tem um cenário espetacular com montanhas, lagos e rios, e pequenas cidades com lojas locais, restaurantes e muita vida noturna. Por se tratar de uma área rural, existem muitas fazendas onde as hortaliças e frutas são colhidas e podem ser compradas e consumidas frescas.

No entanto, como a alimentação e a hospedagem não são baratas, o custo da viagem é uma grande preocupação. Não deixe que o custo do alojamento o impeça de visitar esta região incrível. People Like Us é a solução perfeita para encontrar acomodação a preços acessíveis. Somos uma das maiores, mais seguras e confiáveis plataformas de troca de casas de Massachusetts. Inscreva-se, converse com eles e troque de casa hoje.

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