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Wicked

The highly anticipated musical, Wicked, opens tonight for a seven week engagement at the Boston Opera House. The musical is currently the eighteenth longest running show in Broadway history and has broken box office records around the world! The story is based on the best selling novel Wicked: The Life and Time of the Wicked [...]

September 1, 2010

Mayor Menino’s Wed. Night Concerts

As Mayor Menino’s Wednesday Night Concerts at City Hall Plaza come to a close, tonight’s show will feature a special performance from American Idol Season Eight contestant, Danny Gokey. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. and attendees can enjoy a fun filled show with other acts from New England’s premier country band led by Charlestown, NH [...]

August 25, 2010

Restaurant Week Boston

Summer Restaurant Week is finally here! This means that Boston’s best restaurants are serving up their very finest for a very fair price. At participating locations, diners can enjoy prix fixe menus, with 2-course lunches priced at $15.10, 3-course lunches for $20.10, and 3-course dinners costing $33.10.  This amazing event is taking place throughout Boston, [...]

August 18, 2010

The Boston Harborwalk

There are only a few precious weeks left to enjoy beautiful weather and glorious sunshine! The Boston Harborwalk makes sure you will do just that and more as you walk, bike, or jog along the 3 mile long path. The scenic trip extends from the University of Massachusettes – Boston to Pleasure Bay, and ensures you [...]

August 11, 2010

Salem Ferry

 
The Salem Ferry is the best way to travel between Salem and Boston. The fast and comfortable ride offers narrated tours of Boston and Salem Harbors, spectacular views, full-service concessions bar and less-than-an-hour travel time make this trip more than just a boat ride!
Dedo, Concierge
Image Source: The Salem Ferry

August 4, 2010

Dragon Boat Training Session

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Have you ever seen one of those long big boats paddle by when you are walking along the Charles? That’s a dragon boat! There are usually 16 to 20 paddlers on each boat, so it’s a great way to see the city from a different angle while exercising your teamwork skills. Furthermore, you get to [...]

July 28, 2010

Swan Boats

While the Boston Public Gardens are known for their lush, green grass and ample lounging space, there is another way to take them in! Take a Swan Boat around the Public Garden lagoon for a 15-minute, peaceful cruise. This has been a Boston tradition since 1877 and is an ideal activity for tourists, lovers, and [...]

July 21, 2010

The Esplanade

The Esplanade offers several recreational perks. Near Science Park and right along the bike path, riders will find public basketball and tennis courts. If you’re traveling with a particularly athletic bunch, you can pack gear and play during a break from biking.
Marijana, Concierge
Image Source: The Esplanade Gallery

July 14, 2010

Young Neal & The Vipers

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What better way to celebrate the Summer than with a free, outdoor concert by a legendary band? That’s right, ParkARTS will be kicking off their Summer concert series on Thursday, July 15that 7 P.M. in Elliot Norton Park, located at 295 Tremont Street in the heart of Boston. This first concert will start with a [...]

July 7, 2010

Boston Historic Cruise

Discover the historic and contemporary milestones of Boston’s inner and outer harbors during this fun, informative, fully narrated 90-minute Boston Historic Tour . From the hero tales of the Revolutionary War to the local legends of the sea, you’ll be entertained and enthralled. Other highlights you’ll see include the nation’s oldest continuously manned lighthouse, the [...]

June 30, 2010