cosmonaut / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Road Trip:
Th e Other States
of the Northeast
teddyandmia / iStock / Getty Images Plus
ERIC SCHUCHT | JE STAFF
P hiladelphia: Th e City of Brotherly Love. As a recent trans-
plant from the Pacifi c Northwest, I’m amazed by Philly’s
sheer size and the amount of people here. Moving here
has given me access to an unlimited supply of cheesesteaks in
an area with the country’s highest concentration of Benjamin
Franklin impersonators.

So yeah, it’s pretty great. And if you’re a local, you don’t need me
to tell you that. From museums to parks, you’ve probably already
seen most of what the city has to off er. But for those of us who are
recent transplants, or for locals who are just a bit less adventurous,
there’s a lot of the Northeast that has the potential to surprise.

Back in the woods of Oregon we were taught in school of the
smaller states making up the Northeast (Delaware, Connecticut,
etc.) but I had to wonder: Has anyone actually been there? Have you
actually ever met someone, anyone, from Rhode Island? Obviously,
these places are inhabitable. Th ere are dozens (hundreds?) of people
who call them home. So this summer I challenge anyone with too
much free time to go out and see them. To save time, here’s a list of
some highlights. Good luck and best wishes. And apologies to New
York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Maine.

Dela-where? For people who aren’t from this tri-state area, the question is:
Where is Delaware again? Apparently, it’s only half of a penin-
sula (guess they didn’t have the dough to spring for the rest), but
that shouldn’t deter anyone from visiting. At the Air Mobility
Command Museum at the Dover Air Force Base, check out the
collection of aircraft s, memorabilia and fl ight simulators. Go to
8 JUNE 6, 2019
the Nemours Estate in Wilmington, a fi ve-fl oored, 105-roomed
beast of a French mansion.

For outdoor adventurers, Th e Junction and Breakwater Trail is
a must. It’s a 6-mile hike (the longest trail in the state) that’ll take
you through the southwestern side of Cape Henlopen State Park
connecting Lewes and Rehoboth Beach. Aft er a day of adventure,
cap off the trip with a stop at Beach Time Distilling in Lewes for
leisurely refi ned spirits, cocktails and other drinks.

Conn ect i-what?
While it may be a square, Connecticut was a boxed-shaped state
before boxed-shaped states were cool. It’s home to the Th e Mark
Twain House & Museum in Hartford, a nice addition to any road trip.

Th e property was home to Twain and his family from 1874 to 1891.

Today, it serves as a tribute to one of America’s most famous writers.

On the outdoor tip, take a walk at Gillette Castle State Park,
home to a spectacular mansion built in 1914 for stage actor
William Gillette, who was famous for his portrayal of Sherlock
Holmes. For shopping, the Danbury Fair Mall in Danbury isn’t a
bad choice. It even has an indoor carousel.

Louis’ Lunch in New Haven is a chance to experience the sup-
posed birth place of the hamburger. Th is sandwich has no thrills,
no gimmicks — just a good ol’ burger like they made it in 1900.

Rhode “not an” Isl and
I can’t tell you how disappointed I was to fi nd that a place called
Rhode Island is not actually an island, although it does have
THIS SUMMER
JEWISHEXPONENT.COM



kschulze / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Bring this ad. Take 17% off any one item not on sale.

Certain restrictions apply. Offer ends August 31, 2019.

some awesome ones you can drive to, such as Aquidneck Island.

The place to be is Newport. The seaside city’s Harbor Walk is
a great way to explore the coast. Choose from either the northern
or southern route to see the colorful life at this New England
waterfront. Shops, entertainment, shipyards and historical sites
dot the way. The architecturally rich town is filled with classy
cribs. The gigantic mansions of The Breakers or the Marble
House show what life would be like after winning the lottery.

Traveling inland will take you to the capital city: Providence.

See the wildlife at Roger Williams Park Zoo, one of the oldest zoos
in the country. The Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
contains more than 100,000 works of art and designs dating from
ancient times to today, including paintings, sculptures, decorative
arts, costumes, textiles and furniture from across the globe. So
Rhode Island isn’t an island, but you’ll have a good time regardless.

New Hampshire (or wait, is that Vermont?)
America’s Newest Hampshire is an outdoor wonderland. Alpine
Adventures Outdoor Recreation in Lincoln offers a variety of
off-road tours and zip lines. Another good place to reach for the
skies is the Chocorua Zipline Adventure Course in Tamworth.

With 61 unique obstacles across 11 zip line courses going as high
as 55 feet in the air, the park is a jungle gym for adults.

For a more relaxing excursion, why not try a trip on The
Mount Washington Cog Railway? The train ride will take you
to the summit of Mount Washington, the highest peak in the
Northeast. For history buffs, the Wright Museum of World War
II in Wolfeboro is a must-see. They have more than 14,000 items
in their collection, and don’t forget the tanks!
If you want a meal to remember, try Moxy Restaurant in
Portsmouth. It’s classic America cuisine with a modern-day twist.

Sale! 17 %
The Sweater Mill
115 S. York Road, Hatboro 215.441.8966 Open Monday-Saturday 10-5
Independent Senior
Senior Independent
Living Advisors
Living Advisors
We Educate, Guide, and Advocate for you
as you move to Independent Living
S3Living helps Active Adults fi nd the perfect 55+
Community or Life Plan Community (CCRC).

Independent
S3Living represents YOU, not the communities.

Advisors We will recommend the best solution to Living
meet your
individual needs.

(No, I’m pretty sure this is) Vermont
Not just the home of Ben & Jerry of ice cream fame and Bernie
Sanders, Vermont also has a ridiculous amount of natural beau-
ty, including Dog Mountain, 150 acres on a mountaintop in St.

Johnsbury. It’s home to the Stephen Huneck Gallery, which is
filled with a collection of tools consisting of 150 chisels, 30 hand
planes, axes and wood carvings. Check out the mountain’s Dog
Chapel to honor a furry friend.

Wilmington’s Art of Humor Gallery will make you laugh;
later, you can be wowed at Norwich’s Montshire Museum of
Science. End the trip with lunch or dinner through a City Brew
Tour in Burlington. Cheers! l
eschucht@jewishexponent.com; 215-832-0751
JEWISHEXPONENT.COM S3Living has been helping Active Adults fi nd their
perfect home for more than 20 years .

Our Representation includes:
Purchasing In a 55+ Community
Purchasing in a CCRC
Selling your Home
Making your Move Less Stressful
S3Living has been helping Active Adults fi nd
Call Carol Pillion, Nancy Henderson or David Reibstein through the entire process.

We will EDUCATE you on the diff
at 866-846-6272 and be our guest for lunch
S3Living.com We will
THIS SUMMER
JUNE 6, 2019
9 Services we off er to