World Cup Soccer Matches and We Hope You Have a Safe and Pleasant Experience As You Explore the State
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UNITED STATES ARGENTINA BELGIUM BOLIVIA BRAZIL J ., - s 0 INFORMATIONAL SOUTH KOREA 0 PAMPHLET BULGARIA 0 SAUDI ARABIA CAMEROON WILLIAM F. WELD 1994 GOVERNOR ARGEO PAUL CELLUCCI @RUSSIA LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR WORLD COLUMBIA THOMAS C. RAPONE SECRETARY OF PUBLIC SAFETY CUP CHARLES F. HENDERSON COLONEUSUPERINTENDANT 0 SOCCER ROMANIA 0 GERMANY 0NORWAY 0GREECE IRELAND 0 0 9 / NETHERLANDS MOROCCO 0 MEXICO ITALY WELCOME TO MASSACHUSETTS We're very excited about hosting the World Cup Soccer matches and we hope you have a safe and pleasant experience as you explore the state. You'll find,that Boston and neighboring Cambridge are quite small cities so it's easy to get around and enjoy all there is to see and do. You can reach all corners of the state in 2 to 2 112 hours or less. You can stroll through 300 years of America's history on Boston's Freedom Trail. Go whale watching, shop in boutiques and discount "outlet" stores, explore sandy beaches and rocky harbors. See how the Pilgrims lived and visit classic New England villages with their clapboard houses and white-steepled churches. While you're here don't forget to sample our array of fresh-from-the-ocean-seafood. Best of all wherever you go in Massachusetts, you will find a warm welcome. TOURIST INFORMATION CENTERS You will find lots of literature and helpful advice at the following information centers: BOSTON: Boston Common and 15 State Street CAMBRIDGE: Harvard Square FOR STATE-WIDE INFORMATION: Call the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism at: (617) 727-3201 GETTING AROUND GETTING TO DOWNTOWN BOSTON FROM 'THE AIRPORT: Logan Airport is located three miles from downtown Boston and is easily accessible by public transportation. BY CAR FROM POINTS SOUTH FREE transit between all Logan terminals and the M.B.T.A. (also known as the "T"). NEW BEDFORD, FALL RIVER Airport Station is available via Massport AND NEWPORT, R.I. AREA shuttle bus #22. Simply look for a black "T" Route 24 North to Route 495 North to Exit on a white circular sign at the Ground 14A, Route 1 North. Stadium is located Transportation level. Buses run every 10 approximately four miles on the right. minutes from 0530 a.m. thru 0100 a.m. and will take you to all points downtown. FROM CAPE COD AREA Upon reaching Airport Station, you can Route 25 North to Route 495 North to Exit purchase your package Visitor Passport 14A, Route 1 North. Stadium is located Transit fare for your entire stay in the Boston approximately four miles on the right. area and proceed to your hotel. MASSACHUSETTS HAS A For additional bus schedules contact the MANDATORY SEAT BELT LAW! "T" at: (617) 722-3200 FROM BOSTON BY 'TRAIN Route 93 South to Route 128 North to The "T" will run direct World Cup Soccer Route 95 South to Exit 9 (Route 1 South). trains from South Station as well as buses Stadium is located three miles on the left. from outlying Riverside, Quincy, Adams and Forest Hills subway stations to and from FROM CONNECTICUT AREA Foxboro Stadium on game days. Massachusetts Turnpike (Route 90) East Special Soccer Passes are required on the to Exit 1 1A, Route 495 South to Exit 14A soccer trains ($15.00) and buses ($12.00). (Route 1 North). Stadium is located four Advance purchase is required. miles on the right. Bus pick-up sites are accessible by subway or car, and some parking will be available. FROM THE RHODE ISLAND AREA The passes are valid on all subway lines Route 95 North to Exit 6 (Route 495) and buses on game days. North to Exit 14A (Route 1 North). Soccer Transit Passes can be purchased Stadiuni is four miles on the right. at Ticketmaster (617) 931-2000, or at the South Station Bus and Train Terminals (617) NO HITCH-HIKING IS PERMITTED 722-5000 or (617) 722-3200. ALONG THE STATE HIGHWAYS! HOW TO GET TO FOXBORO STADIUM TRAVEL TIPS The stadium is located on Route 1 in the EMERGENCIES town of Foxboro, 24 miles southeast of To call police, fire, or ambulance from any Boston. Parking lots open Three hours phone: DIAL 911. Before calling, check prior to an event and close following the your exact location so you can tell the event. The stadium opens to patrons three operator where to send assistance. The hours prior to an event. All patrons must Massachusetts State Police can be reached leave the stadium at the close of the for emergencies on cellular phones by event. Please allow extra time for travel DIALING *77 or *SP. plans. HOSPITAL INFORMATION LAWS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT There are three hospitals a short distance The Massachusetts State Police welcome from the stadium: you to The Commonwealth and World Cup Soccer. We hope you enjoy your stay in I NORWOOD HOSPITAL our state and the soccer matches you are 800 Washington Street, Norwod, MA about to attend. For your safety and comfort, i there are a number of law enforcement (6 17) 769-4000 personnel assigned to these events. There STLIRDY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL are local, State and Federal police agencies 21 1 Park Street, Attleboro, MA present. There will be police officers both uniformed and plain clothes available in (508) 222-5200 the crowds, the parking lots and inside the stadium. If you are not familiar with the SOUTHWOOD HOSPITAL state laws and the town of Foxboro by- 11 1 Dedham Street, Norfolk, MA laws that govern your conduct at these (508) 668-0385 events, the following is provided for your information. CURRENCY EXCHANGE There are many currency exchanges in FOXBORO STADIUM Boston. Exchange services are more limited RULES AND REGULATIONS outside of Boston and it's best to carry U.S. currency, Travelers checks or cash. *ALL PROHIBITED ITEMS ARE LISTED ON THE TICKET STLIBS. CREDIT CARDS TRAVELERS CHECKS 'All persons subject to screenings, Massachusetts businesses accept most credit cards and U.S. dollartravelers checks. 'NO public camping, NO sleeping in cars. Some restaurants accept cash only. Some businesses may require a photo identifica- 'Parking lots open 3 hours prior to event tion card, such as a passport before cashing and close directly following. travelers checks. OFFENSES WHICH MAY RESULT STATE TAXES IN YOUR ARREST Five percent sales tax is added to all items 'Unlicensed VendorIPeddler. except non-restaurant food and clothing value under $175.00. The room charge 'Selling tickets of admission. portion of hotel bills are subject to 5.7% state tax and up to 4% local tax. 5% tax 'Disorderly conduct. is added to restaurant and take out meals. 'Tresspassi ng. I 'Abusive or assaultive behavior. I 'Violating zero tolerance to drugs. (Possession or Sale) 'Public intoxication (Drunkenness). 'Operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. IF YOU ARE ARRESTED ONCE IN THE STADIUM YOU WlLL BE Inside the stadium please enjoy ,the action *Taken to adetention facility and processed. on the field- - DO NOT create any problems or draw attention to youself or others. *If incapacitated due to alcohol or drugs If you encounter any problems once the you may be held in protective custody at game begins, please advise the nearest a police station for up to 12 hours police officer or contact the Stadium Security (Ma Gen. Laws Ch. 11 1B-Sec 8). Office. If you are not a citizen of the United States, you are hereby advised that conviction of an offense for which you may have been 'NO INTERFERENCE WlLL BE charged may have the consequences of ALLOWED TOWARDS SPECTATORS, deportation, exclusion from admission to PLAYERS OR OFFICIALS. the U.S.A. or denial of Naturalization, Pursuant to U.S. Laws (Ch. 278-Sec. 29D). 'NO ONE IS ALLOWED ON OR NEAR THE PLAYING FIELD (PITCH) AT ANY TIME. 'THE ABOVE OFFENSE RELATES TO ADLILTSAND JUVENILES. MINORS WILL 'NO OPEN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES BE CHARGED AND RELEASED TO OR NARCOTICS IN OR NEAR 'THE CUSTODY OF A PARENT OR LEGAL STADIUM. GUARDIAN. To ensure a safe World Cup experience IN CLOSING during your visit, we have provided the The Massachusetts State Police would like following information: to stress that safety and satisfaction of both players and fans is paramount. To *Zero tolerance of NARCOTICS. ensure a pleasant, memorable stay in the Commonwealth you must abide by the laws *Federal and State Statute-MUST BE 21 which govern your behavior. YEARS OF AGE to purchase andconsume We do not wish to inconvenience anyone, alcoholic beverages. however we will enforce the edicts of this state if necessary. *Violent acts and endangering ,the safety of others will not be tolerated. *Valuables should be kept in a safety deposit box at your hotel. *Money should not be kept in back pockets of clothing while site-seeing or viewing the games. *"Fanny packs" attached to your waist are a good idea. .