Other than window shopping, another fun pastime to do when you have free time is to go on a sightseeing tour with your friends. And if you want to travel back in time, planning a day’s trip to the Beacon Hill in a chartered Boston coach bus would just be a lovely idea.
Beacon Hill is a very interesting place to visit – with its early 19th century neighborhood and narrow streets, the row houses there are almost all built with bricks; some in Federal, some in Victorian and some in Georgian styles. The houses are pretty much very well maintained and the streets are paved with cobblestones and the streetlights are gas-lit, which makes it a modern romantic venue for lovebirds who wants to take a stroll on any given evening. The Beacon Hill would be an almost perfect romantic getaway, if we dare say so ourselves. And if you would just add on to the romantic rendezvous with a Boston chartered bus waiting to bring you and your loved one home or to somewhere else for a romantic dining experience - that would then make it a perfect evening! However, if you don’t mind staying on at Beacon Hill for dinner, they do have some interesting eateries at Beacon Hill too.
However, that’s just our take on a romantic getaway for couples who are dating, or those who are married and want to “fire up” their marriage with some romance. Beacon Hill is also a great place for friends to come together for leisure walks and sightseeing when you come visiting on a Boston charter bus. Don’t forget to bring your cameras along with you, as there are many good spots to stop by and capture some of the beautiful moments of your trip. One of the most outstanding buildings that you will get to see at the Beacon Hill would be the new State House – it was built by Charles Bulfinch in 1795 and the dome is said to be covered with 23½ carat gold leaf! There is no better way to spend a lazy, quiet afternoon with your friends than with sightseeing trip to the Beacon Hill and admire the beautiful structures of the past and stop by one of the eateries to grab a bite or a snack, have a cup of coffee or tea while you catch up on the latest happenings in each others’ lives – after all, no one’s really in a rush to get home, right?
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Monday, June 17, 2013
Boston Public Library
Reading is a good habit. In fact, it is a habit that should be cultivated in children at a young age. And if you have happen to have a big family who enjoys reading, buying books can be quite a burden as books can be quite expensive. Hence, one of the best ways to read without having to cough up a huge amount of money on buying books is to go to public libraries. It will be a great bonus if you are able to plan for a day’s trip to the Boston Public Library in a Boston charter bus, for some reading and touring the first ever municipal library in the U.S. – something like a short holiday, but at the same time, everyone gets to do what they enjoy most – reading.
Upon arrival at the entrance of the Boston Public Library in your Boston charter bus, you probably would have already noticed its beautiful building on the outside, but as you enter into the library, the interior of the library will almost take your breath away. The space in the library is huge with marble floors – and as you enter in, you would feel as though you just walked into a rather grand hall. The mural artwork in the building is breathtakingly beautiful too.
The Boston Public Library is made up of two buildings – the McKim building, which is named after its architect, Mr Charles Follen McKim while the new building is named the Johnson building that offers circulating books and internet connection. The McKim building is where they have the research library and a map collection, with also murals and a grand gallery where you will find on display the abundance of treasures collected over the past 160 years.
One of the main points of interest of the Boston Public Library is its courtyard that gives visitors a quiet place, away from the hustle and the bustle of the city for a time of peace and serenity. You can grab a snack or lunch from the café (the Map Room Cafe) and have your food right there at the courtyard and enjoy the serene surroundings at the same. If you prefer to have a sit down lunch, you can always drop by Novel, a restaurant that serves lunch and tea at the library, and public restrooms are also available on the basement and the first floor of the McKim building. We are sure that as you make your way home in the rented Boston charter bus, your family may just be thinking and planning another trip here soon – the collection of books are just too irresistible as well as the comfort of being driven there in a Boston shuttle bus service makes it even more tempting to return!
Upon arrival at the entrance of the Boston Public Library in your Boston charter bus, you probably would have already noticed its beautiful building on the outside, but as you enter into the library, the interior of the library will almost take your breath away. The space in the library is huge with marble floors – and as you enter in, you would feel as though you just walked into a rather grand hall. The mural artwork in the building is breathtakingly beautiful too.
The Boston Public Library is made up of two buildings – the McKim building, which is named after its architect, Mr Charles Follen McKim while the new building is named the Johnson building that offers circulating books and internet connection. The McKim building is where they have the research library and a map collection, with also murals and a grand gallery where you will find on display the abundance of treasures collected over the past 160 years.
One of the main points of interest of the Boston Public Library is its courtyard that gives visitors a quiet place, away from the hustle and the bustle of the city for a time of peace and serenity. You can grab a snack or lunch from the café (the Map Room Cafe) and have your food right there at the courtyard and enjoy the serene surroundings at the same. If you prefer to have a sit down lunch, you can always drop by Novel, a restaurant that serves lunch and tea at the library, and public restrooms are also available on the basement and the first floor of the McKim building. We are sure that as you make your way home in the rented Boston charter bus, your family may just be thinking and planning another trip here soon – the collection of books are just too irresistible as well as the comfort of being driven there in a Boston shuttle bus service makes it even more tempting to return!
Saturday, May 4, 2013
On the water in Massachusetts
Whether you desire an escape to a pristine natural environment or a spirited excursion that provides panoramic views of Boston, there is a Massachusetts river cruise to suit your charter bus group’s needs. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is home to 4,230 miles of rivers that are flanked by dense forests, colonial architecture and a wealth of historic sites. Massachusetts river cruises give charter bus visitors the opportunity to explore the area’s scenic beauty, while learning about its history. Explore Massachusetts’ rivers with a bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus charter from Bus Charter Boston.
The Charles River and Locks Sightseeing Cruise is a 90-minuted narrated tour of Boston's Inner Harbor. The cruise is operated by the Boston Harbor Cruise company, which has been providing water tours since 1926. The Charles River and Locks Cruise offers Boston charter bus visitors unobstructed views of the of the Boston and Cambridge skylines and it passes a number of noteworthy sights, including the USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned ship in the world that is still afloat, Bunker Hill Monument, Old North Church, Harvard, M.I.T. and Beacon Hill. On-ship amenities include snack and liquor bars that offer fast food and alcoholic beverages for a fee. This cruise runs from late June until early September; it's offered once daily during the week and twice per day on weekends.
Cape Ann’s River Cruise is a laid back excursion that takes charter bus guests along the Annisquam River on the northern shore of Massachusetts. The cruise is conducted by the Cape Ann’s Marina Resort, which is located in Gloucester, a picturesque city that is the home of the oldest seaport in the US. The cruise takes place aboard the “Anni” pontoon boat. The cruise takes passengers on a peaceful ride past several of the area’s top attractions, including the Annisquam Harbor Light house, a permanent fixture in the area since the early 1800s, riverfront homes and cottages, and Ipswich Bay. Light snacks and beverages are available for purchase aboard the cruise. Cruises run from late-June until Labor Day. Charter bus guests staying at least one night at Cape Ann’s Marina Resort receive complimentary admission to the river cruise.
Essex River Cruise and Charters offers charter bus visitors several narrated tours of the Essex River and a range of sites that have been immortalized in Hollywood films. The tours take place in Essex, a coastal city located 26-miles north of Boston and travel a tidal estuary, which flanks the Atlantic Ocean. The 1.5-hour cruise is the company’s most extensive excursion. The cruise takes charter bus guests along a sprawling route that provides glimpses of a number of attractions, such as the Ship Building Museum, Cross Islands and a saltwater marsh. The tour also travels past several sites that have been featured in Hollywood movies, including Woodman’s Restaurant from the film “Grown-Ups”; Crane Beach from “the Witches of Eastwick”; and Castle Hill from the “Thomas Crown Affair.” Snacks, souvenirs and beverages are available for purchase at the tour company’s gift shop. Cruises run daily from May through October.
Cruise down the rivers in Massachusetts when you visit the state with a charter bus from Charter Bus Boston. Charter Bus Boston provides you with fully equipped charter buses that will suit any charter bus group transport need.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Boston seafood buffet
Boston is America's oldest port, and is still serving New England as its maritime commerce hub and Boston's fishing fleet provides fresh catches daily for the city's numerous fish markets and seafood restaurants. If you’re planning a seafood dinner or celebration for a group in Boston, charter a bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus from Charter Bus Boston. Travel through Boston with your charter bus as you choose to dine in seafood restaurants throughout the city, from historic 19th-century establishments to contemporary restaurants, serving everything from familiar seafood platters to exotic gourmet creations.
The East Coast Grill is located a short charter bus ride away on Inman square, serving hot and spicy seafood along with a selection of barbecue plates. Charter bus diners can also sample the grill's sushi bar selections and enjoy an after-dinner cocktail in the East Coast's Tiki Lounge. Also located nearby is Legal Seafoods, a Boston-based chain that began in 1968 with it’s first outlet next to the Inman Square fish market. Legal Seafoods' wine list is excellent and recommends that charter bus diners start with the clam or fish chowder, saving room for a slice of Boston cream pie for dessert.
Take your charter bus over to Boston’s North End where you have a choice of 2 establishments specializing in oysters. The Neptune Oyster's menu changes daily, revolving around the freshest catch in the local fish markets. This results in some very esoteric offerings on their menu, such as sea urchin, alongside traditional seafood favorites. A short charter bus ride away is The Union Oyster House, which opened in 1826 on the former site of Capen's Dry Goods, and hosts a raw bar on its ground floor with a dining room upstairs. Daniel Webster was a regular customer, and partial to the Union's oyster bar.
Head chef Ken Oringer operates Clio, located next to his Uni sushi bar. Tell your charter bus driver to drive down to Back Bay, where your charter bus group can sample the delights of Clio’s menu which specializes in French seafood specialties using exotic ingredients such as licorice root and baby eels. "Boston Magazine" named Clio Boston's best French restaurant in 2009 and highly recommends the scallop-shingled Cod. Turner Fisheries is located within charter bus driving distance at Copley Square's Westing hotel and offers live jazz most nights. Fodor's notes Turner's clam chowder won first prize at Boston's annual Chowderfest numerous times and enthusiastically recommends it to diners, while Travel Channel finds Turner's seared scallops particularly enticing.
Arguably serving the best seafood on the Cape, the Brewster Fish House aims to please. This small cottage looking stop is unassuming to those passing by in charter buses, but make a point to stop because inside is served fresh, perfectly prepared fare that will please even the most discriminating diner. The laid back atmosphere makes waiting bearable when you can cozy up to the bar and chat away with whomever ends up by your side.
For a seafood smorgasbord charter bus tour of Boston you’ll not soon forget, give Charter Bus Boston a call to find out how they can help you arrange your charter bus trip with a selection from their fleet of charter buses and friendly, personalized service.
The East Coast Grill is located a short charter bus ride away on Inman square, serving hot and spicy seafood along with a selection of barbecue plates. Charter bus diners can also sample the grill's sushi bar selections and enjoy an after-dinner cocktail in the East Coast's Tiki Lounge. Also located nearby is Legal Seafoods, a Boston-based chain that began in 1968 with it’s first outlet next to the Inman Square fish market. Legal Seafoods' wine list is excellent and recommends that charter bus diners start with the clam or fish chowder, saving room for a slice of Boston cream pie for dessert.
Take your charter bus over to Boston’s North End where you have a choice of 2 establishments specializing in oysters. The Neptune Oyster's menu changes daily, revolving around the freshest catch in the local fish markets. This results in some very esoteric offerings on their menu, such as sea urchin, alongside traditional seafood favorites. A short charter bus ride away is The Union Oyster House, which opened in 1826 on the former site of Capen's Dry Goods, and hosts a raw bar on its ground floor with a dining room upstairs. Daniel Webster was a regular customer, and partial to the Union's oyster bar.
Head chef Ken Oringer operates Clio, located next to his Uni sushi bar. Tell your charter bus driver to drive down to Back Bay, where your charter bus group can sample the delights of Clio’s menu which specializes in French seafood specialties using exotic ingredients such as licorice root and baby eels. "Boston Magazine" named Clio Boston's best French restaurant in 2009 and highly recommends the scallop-shingled Cod. Turner Fisheries is located within charter bus driving distance at Copley Square's Westing hotel and offers live jazz most nights. Fodor's notes Turner's clam chowder won first prize at Boston's annual Chowderfest numerous times and enthusiastically recommends it to diners, while Travel Channel finds Turner's seared scallops particularly enticing.
Arguably serving the best seafood on the Cape, the Brewster Fish House aims to please. This small cottage looking stop is unassuming to those passing by in charter buses, but make a point to stop because inside is served fresh, perfectly prepared fare that will please even the most discriminating diner. The laid back atmosphere makes waiting bearable when you can cozy up to the bar and chat away with whomever ends up by your side.
For a seafood smorgasbord charter bus tour of Boston you’ll not soon forget, give Charter Bus Boston a call to find out how they can help you arrange your charter bus trip with a selection from their fleet of charter buses and friendly, personalized service.
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Boston in brief
Boston offers charter bus visitors an irresistible blend of past, present, and future. Tour Boston with a charter bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus chartered from Charter Bus Boston. In Boston, history and innovation combine to create a charter bus destination that's easy to explore yet always surprising.
Although Bostonians tend to walk everywhere, taking a charter bus is a good way of getting around to see the attractions. One such attraction is the historic walking tour, the Freedom Trail. Other pedestrian friendly destinations for charter bus visitors are the neighborhoods of Beacon Hill and North End. Other attractions in Boston are the galleries of the Museum of Fine Arts and the Institute of Contemporary Art. From there, it is a short charter bus ride to the Charles River, and the young, lively streets of Harvard Square. After that, take a break in the Public Garden, or take a ride in a Swan Boat. Perhaps you could catch a Red Sox game at Fenway Park, or slip into one of Boston’s award winning restaurants.
The most interesting shopping in New England for charter bus visitors are the shops, boutiques, galleries, markets, and malls of the downtown Boston area. Drop by Newbury Street for a little shopping, or if your budget doesn’t extend, window shopping instead. It is the heart of Back Bay, where you can find high end brand names alongside craftsmen making merchandise found only in Boston. The Faneuil Hall Marketplace is more of the same, but for some real gems, you have to take a charter bus to visit the neighborhoods, such as Beacon Hill and the South End in Boston, or Harvard Square and Porter Square in Cambridge.
Food figures prominently in Boston, with familiar favorites such as New England clam chowder, Boston baked beans, Boston cream pie, and Samuel Adams beer. The local waters produce the freshest of seafood, and local organic produce all feature prominently on local restaurant menus. If you prefer a taste of Italian, take a charter bus up to the North End, or down to South End if you prefer bistro style dining. For a mixture of upscale, ethnic and budget friendly options, Cambridge is a just a short charter bus ride away.
Music is the lifeblood of Boston, and the legendary Boston Symphony Orchestra and the beloved Boston Pops both play at the landmark Symphony Hall. Boston is also famous for other music genres such as rock, folk and jazz, and charter bus visitors will find those in Cambridge’s Central Square, where they will find the best live music scene in New England. Throw in a mix of quality comedy, along with a wild variety of student performances, and you have a nightlife that is hard to beat.
For a charter bus tour of the best that Boston has to offer, give Charter Bus Boston a call to find out how they can help you plan your visit with their fleet of charter vehicles and friendly, personalized service.
Although Bostonians tend to walk everywhere, taking a charter bus is a good way of getting around to see the attractions. One such attraction is the historic walking tour, the Freedom Trail. Other pedestrian friendly destinations for charter bus visitors are the neighborhoods of Beacon Hill and North End. Other attractions in Boston are the galleries of the Museum of Fine Arts and the Institute of Contemporary Art. From there, it is a short charter bus ride to the Charles River, and the young, lively streets of Harvard Square. After that, take a break in the Public Garden, or take a ride in a Swan Boat. Perhaps you could catch a Red Sox game at Fenway Park, or slip into one of Boston’s award winning restaurants.
The most interesting shopping in New England for charter bus visitors are the shops, boutiques, galleries, markets, and malls of the downtown Boston area. Drop by Newbury Street for a little shopping, or if your budget doesn’t extend, window shopping instead. It is the heart of Back Bay, where you can find high end brand names alongside craftsmen making merchandise found only in Boston. The Faneuil Hall Marketplace is more of the same, but for some real gems, you have to take a charter bus to visit the neighborhoods, such as Beacon Hill and the South End in Boston, or Harvard Square and Porter Square in Cambridge.
Food figures prominently in Boston, with familiar favorites such as New England clam chowder, Boston baked beans, Boston cream pie, and Samuel Adams beer. The local waters produce the freshest of seafood, and local organic produce all feature prominently on local restaurant menus. If you prefer a taste of Italian, take a charter bus up to the North End, or down to South End if you prefer bistro style dining. For a mixture of upscale, ethnic and budget friendly options, Cambridge is a just a short charter bus ride away.
Music is the lifeblood of Boston, and the legendary Boston Symphony Orchestra and the beloved Boston Pops both play at the landmark Symphony Hall. Boston is also famous for other music genres such as rock, folk and jazz, and charter bus visitors will find those in Cambridge’s Central Square, where they will find the best live music scene in New England. Throw in a mix of quality comedy, along with a wild variety of student performances, and you have a nightlife that is hard to beat.
For a charter bus tour of the best that Boston has to offer, give Charter Bus Boston a call to find out how they can help you plan your visit with their fleet of charter vehicles and friendly, personalized service.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Making your way to Martha’s Vineyard
If you’re in Massachusetts, and you and your group need to travel overland, give Charter Bus Boston a call and hire a charter bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coaches or school bus from us. This is especially useful if you intend paying a visit to Martha’s Vineyard.
Martha’s Vineyard is a 100 square mile island located in the south of Cape Cod, in Massachusetts. A part of Dukes County, Martha’s Vineyard is part of a group of islands that also includes Cuttyhunk Island, the Elizabeth Islands and Nomans Land. It is known primarily as a summer charter bus tourist vacation destination, notably for celebrities, businessmen and political figures.
The island has a permanent population of of around 15,000 residents. However, this figure swells to well over 100,000 during the peak summer months. Martha’s Vineyard is accessible only by boat and air, and is the third largest island on the East Coast of the United States. There are six main towns on Martha’s Vineyard. Tisbury, which includes the village of Vineyard Haven, is the main port of entry for charter bus group visitors. The largest of the towns is Edgartown, known for it’s whaling tradition. Oak Bluffs serves as a secondary port of entry for Martha’s Vineyard and has a very active night life. Agricultural activities on the Vineyard are centered around West Tisbury. The fishing village of Menemsha is located in the town of Chilmark. At Aquinnah you will find the famous Clay Cliffs, and is also known for being the summer residence of Jacqueline Kennedy.
As you arrive off the ferry in your Charter Bus Boston bus in the summer, you will immediately notice the pleasant summer weather. During the Vineyard’s history, whaling captains built summer homes on the island. This lead to the tradition of having a summer holiday on Martha’s Vineyard for many of the East Coast’s wealthy and famous families.
The summer season on Martha’s Vineyard begins in June, and runs through to Memorial Day weekend, taking advantage of the school summer break, which is exactly when everyone starts planning their group charter bus tour vacations. July 4 is Martha's Vineyard's busiest weekend. The Agricultural Fair is another huge tourist draw in late August. The Vineyard is also known for its film festivals, the African-American Film Festival and the Martha’s Vineyard International Film Festival. Martha’s Vineyard was also the location for the filming of Steven Spielberg’s movie “Jaws”.
There are numerous activities on the island, mainly centered on the water. Beach walks are a popular activity, and getting around on a bicycle is easy. Restaurants that cater to every budget are plentiful, as are accommodations to suit every taste.
If your group plans on visiting Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, give Charter Bus Boston a call for our friendly, personalized service.
Martha’s Vineyard is a 100 square mile island located in the south of Cape Cod, in Massachusetts. A part of Dukes County, Martha’s Vineyard is part of a group of islands that also includes Cuttyhunk Island, the Elizabeth Islands and Nomans Land. It is known primarily as a summer charter bus tourist vacation destination, notably for celebrities, businessmen and political figures.
The island has a permanent population of of around 15,000 residents. However, this figure swells to well over 100,000 during the peak summer months. Martha’s Vineyard is accessible only by boat and air, and is the third largest island on the East Coast of the United States. There are six main towns on Martha’s Vineyard. Tisbury, which includes the village of Vineyard Haven, is the main port of entry for charter bus group visitors. The largest of the towns is Edgartown, known for it’s whaling tradition. Oak Bluffs serves as a secondary port of entry for Martha’s Vineyard and has a very active night life. Agricultural activities on the Vineyard are centered around West Tisbury. The fishing village of Menemsha is located in the town of Chilmark. At Aquinnah you will find the famous Clay Cliffs, and is also known for being the summer residence of Jacqueline Kennedy.
As you arrive off the ferry in your Charter Bus Boston bus in the summer, you will immediately notice the pleasant summer weather. During the Vineyard’s history, whaling captains built summer homes on the island. This lead to the tradition of having a summer holiday on Martha’s Vineyard for many of the East Coast’s wealthy and famous families.
The summer season on Martha’s Vineyard begins in June, and runs through to Memorial Day weekend, taking advantage of the school summer break, which is exactly when everyone starts planning their group charter bus tour vacations. July 4 is Martha's Vineyard's busiest weekend. The Agricultural Fair is another huge tourist draw in late August. The Vineyard is also known for its film festivals, the African-American Film Festival and the Martha’s Vineyard International Film Festival. Martha’s Vineyard was also the location for the filming of Steven Spielberg’s movie “Jaws”.
There are numerous activities on the island, mainly centered on the water. Beach walks are a popular activity, and getting around on a bicycle is easy. Restaurants that cater to every budget are plentiful, as are accommodations to suit every taste.
If your group plans on visiting Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, give Charter Bus Boston a call for our friendly, personalized service.
Monday, January 14, 2013
Tips for Getting the Most Out of a Charter Bus Boston
If you need to hire a charter bus, Boston or another destination, it doesn't have to be a hassle. Our attention to detail and our commitment to service is the reason that our charter bus company is chosen more than any other for group travel needs.
Curious about common reasons for booking a charter bus? Boston is just one of the many destinations that we service around the country. It's a common city that people choose to visit for both business as well as pleasure trips and Boston has some outstanding sightseeing opportunities.
Do you have a youth, senior or church group? These are common types of charter bus groups we take to Boston on a regular basis. For history buffs, schedule a stop at a few of Boston's outstanding museums, or let them have the thrill of walking the same hallways as some of the founding fathers in many of the historical monuments around Boston. You can also enjoy the restaurants and shopping with your charter bus group, Boston has a huge number of fun venues to explore and enjoy.
Corporations can also benefit from hiring a charter bus. Corporate events, meetings and seminars can be a breeze to organize when you use the services of a charter bus. Boston is a hub for business and besides the convenience of using a charter bus, it also makes good financial sense. The high costs of fuel can make driving together in a caravan no longer a cost effective option. Additionally, when using the services of a charter bus company, no one has to arrive fatigued or stressed out from driving, everyone gets to sit back and enjoy the ride. Best of all, no one will arrive late, everyone gets to your venues at the same time when you utilize a charter bus.
Special occasions are also a breeze to plan when you use the services of a charter bus. From family reunions, birthdays and anniversaries can all be celebrated in safety and comfort in a charter bus. No hassles about driving or parking and your driver will get you to every stop on time, every time.
If you're ready to book your excursion on a charter bus, Boston is ready and waiting to show your group a wonderful time. From history to the outstanding nightlife and the fantastic shopping and restaurants; you can see it all from the comfort of your charter bus.
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