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Ctvisit.Com Ct Wine Trail Ctwine.Com Ct Beer Trail Ctbeertrail.Net lighthouse point new haven blue-blazed hiking trails 825 miles COAST COUNTRY CTvisit.com ct wine trail ctwine.com ct beer trail ctbeertrail.net The perfect blend of experiences in one perfectly located place. Between New York City and Boston, there is a place where nature and culture live side by side. Where relaxation can be found just around the corner from exhilaration. And where legendary history is never CONNECTICUT TRAILS far from contemporary style. Just as Connecticut’s hiking and Whether you visit us for a week or make us your base for biking trails help you explore the natural beauty of the state, there exploring New England, Connecticut is so much more are other trails that can help you than a single destination. Our attractions are close to one connect to experiences that will make your visit complete. another, and our natural vistas are easily enjoyed, coastline to countryside. From unique places to stay to charming vineyards to dynamic casinos and world-class shopping, come see why we say Connecticut offers New England’s best blend of experiences. ct art trail arttrail.org ct antiques trail ctvisit.com/antiquestrail 1 mark twain house hartford mystic seaport mystic BY LAND BY SEA History is alive and well in Connecticut, where you’ll find grand houses that tell amazing Mystic Seaport, Mystic Mystic Aquarium, Mystic stories, from the homes of great authors and artists to architectural wonders. From our Explore living history with historic Meet a penguin, touch a shark and ships and a re-created 19th-century get close to a whale at this hands-on unique vantage point on the New England shoreline, you’ll discover our celebrated seafaring village at the Museum of aquarium. maritime legacy and our ongoing connection to life at sea. America and the Sea. 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