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Tourist info: Connecticut Office of
Tourism. One Financial Plaza, 755 Main
CONNECTICUT
Street, Hartford, Connecticut 06103, USA
Tel: 001 860 250 2800
the constitutional state
Fax: 001 860 256 2811
CONNECTICUT
Web: www.ctvisit.com
Also in the UK: Discover New England
Tel: 01483 222 676 (Trade)
Connecticut features hundreds of ride on the greatest wooden roller Web: www.discovernewengland.co.uk
Land Area: 5,018 square miles
unique attractions. It’s the place coaster and take in the action at our
Brochure Line: 01271 336 195
Population: 3,405,565
where Mark Twain, renowned two world class casinos. And while
author, made his home in 1874. you’re at it, stay at a charming inn,
State Capital: Hartford
Come along and be inspired by his lit- tour wineries or visit with penguins Largest City: Bridgeport
erary spirit when you visit his magnif- and beluga whales.
Local Time: EST - 5hrs behind the UK
icent home in Hartford. Connecticut In fact, there is so much to see and
Climate: Relatively mild
is also home to one of the world’s do in Connecticut that we have com-
National Parks: The Appalachian
great seats of learning, Yale University. piled 52 Getaways – one for every
National Scenic Trail and the Weir Farm
Our state is a place where you can weekend of the year - themed
National Historic Site.
visit a postcard perfect Colonial town according to specific interests or
green, step onto a 19th century ship, geography, family time or just for two.
If you only see one thing...
Hartford, the capital city, bustles with cultural attractions and events.
Hartford is where authors Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe lived and wrote
many of their famous works. Visitors today can explore these magnificent homes and
so much more.
Strange but true...
The Frisbee, hamburger and lollipop were all invented in Connecticut.
Look out for...
Paul Newman, Meryl Streep, Dustin Hoffman.
Tourist info: Tourist info: Delaware
ARE
DELAWARE
Tourism Office, 99 Kings Highway, Dover,
W
DE 19901, USA
Tel: 001 302 739 4271 or 001 866 284 7483
DELA
the it’s good being first state
Fax: 001 302 739 5749
Web: www.visitdelaware.com
Delaware’s compact size and proximi- get their feet wet. Woodland trails,
If you only see one
Land Area: 1,982 square miles
ty to major cities of the U.S.’s Mid- peaceful waterways, and vast nature
Population: 796,165
Atlantic region make it easy to access and preserves create the perfect setting for
thing...
explore. wildlife watching and enjoying the great
State Capital: Dover
Only in Delaware can you view the outdoors.
The view from the Point at Cape
Largest City: Wilmington
world’s most extensive collection of The many museums and historical
Henlopen State Park in Lewes, where
Local Time: EST – 5 hrs behind the UK
Early American furniture and decorative sites found throughout the state are a
the Atlantic Ocean meets the Delaware
Bay and visitors have a clear view of
Climate: Moderate
arts, listen to a Caruso recording on an testament to its pivotal role in American
both the Breakwater and Harbor of
National Parks: Bombay Hook
early-model Victrola, learn to cook over history. Off-Broadway theatre, opera,
Refuge lighthouses.
National Wildlife Refuge, Prime Hook
an open fire, and visit the spot where the dance, and award winning music can
National Wildlife Refuge.
U.S. Constitution was first ratified, all in also be enjoyed here.
one day! Tax-free shopping at one of the state’s
Look out for...
Delaware’s natural beauty, one rea- retail outlet centres is another popular Watch out for movie star Ryan
son Thomas Jefferson dubbed it "the pastime. For those looking for something Phillippe, and his actress-wife Reese
Diamond State," is its most prized pos- a bit different, shops specializing in Witherspoon, who occasionally visit
session. Waves roll up on the state’s 25 antiques, chic apparel, and local artistry Delaware to spend time with Ryan’s rel-
miles of sandy beach, inviting visitors to can be found throughout the state. atives in New Castle, Delaware.
Strange but true...
The C-5 Galaxy, found at Dover Air
Force Base, is the largest aircraft flown
by the U.S. Air Force.
The cargo bay can hold six Greyhound
buses.
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