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| Take advantage of special travel incentives offered by our local accommodations. Call us at (603) 744-8664 or email us for assistance in putting together your group travel plans! The Tanger Outlet Center in Tilton lets you buy direct from over 50 name brand manufacturer and designer outlet stores including Eddie Bauer, Lane Bryant, Gap Outlet, J. Crew, Bass, Banana Republic Factory Store, Levi's Outlet by Most, Jones New York, J. Jill The Outlet, Van Heusen and Wilsons Leather Outlet. Centerwide Coupon Books are available for purchase to AAA members. All you Red Hats', be sure and ask about their Purple Perks Offer. Just down the road in Belmont, find the Belknap Mall, the only enclosed mall north of Concord. Anchor stores include Peebles Department Store and Big Lots. Looking for something a bit more edgy? Meredith Harley Davidson/Buell and Polaris in Meredith has a huge inventory of clothing and collectibles. Meredith Bay has long been a popular location for a variety of activities from shopping to recreation to lakeside dining and spa treatments. The Mill Falls Marketplace makes its home in a spectacularly renovated old mill building boasting exposed beams, unique woodwork and three floors of unique shops, a full service salon and five distinctive restaurants. For some unique buys, stop in at Adornments and Lady of the Lake. Accessorize your new wardrobe at North Star Gems where you can show your creative side in their jewelry supply store with a large selection of rocks, minerals and gemstone beads as well as native American jewelry. In Ossipee, Kokopelli had made itself a destination for high quality and a large selection of contemporary and traditional South western, native American jewelry and more. The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen in Meredith, Center Sandwich and Wolfeboro features outstanding juried work of NH Artisans and traditional arts demonstrations in their retail shops. No outfit is complete without the perfect shoe. Simply Birkenstock in New Hampton has a wide variety of high quality Birkenstock, Alpro, Birki's Birko Orthopadie, Footprints, Newalk, Papillo and Tatami shoes clogs, and sandals for women, men, and children. Make your sporting and recreation purchases here in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. The Lakes Region lives for recreation and has the best selection of gear, bikes, equipment and fun stuff anywhere! Try out Rhino Bikes in Plymouth or Sports and Marine Parafunalia in Gilford or Piche's Ski and Sport also in Gilford. Basket World in Weirs Beach specializes in wicker furniture, baskets and accessories to keep your dorm or apartment organized. For furnishings, consult the decorating experts at Harris Furniture in Plymouth, Laconia and Chichester; New Hampshire Interiors in Meredith; and Parson's Furniture in Wolfeboro. Looking for treasure to create just the right ambiance? Look to the Lakes Region's large selection of antique stores and art galleries. In between rounds of hard-core shopping, don't forget to have fun! After all, it is the Lakes Region way. The Winnipesaukee Playhouse, Franklin Opera House, Barnstormers Theatre will be presenting high quality productions throughout the fall. Take a cruise aboard the famous and historic M/S Mount Washington. Dine, dance and cruise while you enjoy the romance of Lake Winnipesaukee at night or enjoy live entertainment in the pub at Patrick's Pub and Eatery in Gilford and the Corner House Inn in Center Sandwich. Celebrate Oktoberfest at the Inn at Danbury on September 16th and again at Gunstock Mountain Resort on October 7th. Enjoy German food, dancing and live Bavarian Bands! |
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On a Scenic Drive: The Lakes Region has long been famous for it's scenic drives along the shores of its pristine lakes, ponds and rivers. Take a peak on our Media website for detailed driving directions and maps of a few of our favorite Official New Hampshire Scenic and Cultural Byways Tours: Lakes Region Tour, Lake Sunapee Tour, River Heritage Tour, Currier and Ives Tour and the Canterbury Shaker Village Tour. |
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On An ATV & Off Road Tour: See the back-country on Alpine Adventure's Summer Safari - a 6-wheel drive, 11 passenger army truck or on an All Terrain Vehicle at Heritage Farm. The Summer Safari tours feature incredible off-road capability and bucket seats for comfort and increased visibility along with a state of the art sound system to create a thrilling, as well as entertaining trip. Heritage Farm has thousands of acres and miles of trails for your year-round enjoyment. Whether you are out for a quiet ride or to challenge the trail, they have the tour for you. Overnight and custom tours are available on request. Watch the dirt fly or be part of it - the choice is yours. |
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On the Links: Spend an afternoon on one of the Lake's Region almost two dozen public golf courses and along with challenging lay, you'll also likely discover a whole new meaning for the term "water hazard." Most of our courses boast fantastic views of the region's lakes, rivers and surrounding mountains. Please remember to call ahead for tee times, lessons and cart reservations. Photo: Pheasant Ridge Golf Club |
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On a Lake Cruise: Explore Lake Winnipesaukee and the surrounding mountains from aboard the magestic M/S Mount Washington for a Fall Foliage Cruise. The 230 foot motor ship has a capacity of 1250 passengers making it perfect for both large gatherings and romantic cruises. The Mount offers daytime scenic cruises, event dinner dance cruises and special theme cruises. She services five ports, Weirs Beach (main port), Center Harbor, Wolfeboro, Meredith and Alton Bay. For smaller groups, relax aboard a 21' Sea Ray Bow-Rider with Experience Squam Private Boat Excursions. Bask in the sun or stay shaded under the boat's canopy. Zoom fast around the lake or putter along. Anchor in quiet coves or off sandy beaches, swim or jump off the boat. Be daring and jump off infamous "Jumping Rock". View wildlife, tour historic Church Island and On Golden Pond movie sites. |
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On Horseback: Your steed is waiting to take you down colorful country lanes and mountain trails. The Lakes Region has several experienced stables to choose from on all sides of the Lakes Region including Cobble Mountain Stables at Gunstock, Mountain Side Trails and Pemi Valley Excursions. Horseback is a great way to see the rivers, lakes, mountains and fields you wouldn't ordinarly see while driving around the region. Did you know that while on horseback you can approach deer and other wildlife without spooking them? |
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From the Top of a Mountain: Take in all the magesty that is the Lakes Region from one of our scenic peaks or nature walks. Did you know that the Lakes Region is surrounded by mountain ranges? The views from the Lakes Region mountain tops are like no other - water, water and more mountain ranges in every direction. Spectacular lakes, colorful river valleys, quiet ponds and quaint villages. Wow! What a glorious way to see the fall colors. Want a professional guide to enhance your trip? Lucie at Outdoor ESCAPES of New Hampshire will take great care of your party. She offers everything from a general hike to full backpacking expeditions. |
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Want the awesome view without the effort? Try a Gondola or Tram Rides to the top. The Loon Mountain Gondola (www.loonmt.com) and the Cannon Mountain Tram (www.cannonmt.com) run all summer and fall to their White Mountain summits. Want a leg up? Both mountains offer hiking trails from the summit. |
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As Captain: Rent and captain your own boat to tour the lakes at your leisure. The Lakes Region is home to many high-quality full service marinas with personal watercraft, pontoon boats, ski boats, fishing boats and cruisers available to turn this year's foliage viewing into an all day, weekend or vacation event! Explore the quiet coves, and islands or open her up for some real excitement. Photo: Trexler's Marina |
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With a Paddle: There is nothing more relazing than a quiet paddle in a canoe or kayak alone or with friends. Get up close to the region's wildlife on our lakes, rivers and ponds. Don't forget your camera! The Lakes Region has a large selection of outfits that rent, and provide shuttles for canoes, kayaks and tubes. Want lessons or to kick it up a notch? Outdoor ESCAPES of New Hampshire can take you down the lazy river or the rapids. Photo: Purity Springs Resort |
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| From the Mountain Top overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee at the Castle in the Clouds |
From a Working Mine atop Mount Isinglass at Ruggles Mine |
While Power Shopping at the Tanger Outlet Mall |
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The Lakes Region Association is a non-profit tourism marketing organization that promotes the entire region. Contact our vacation specialists to help you plan the perfect get-a-way. To assist you the association publishes the Where to! Lakes Region of New Hampshire, a comprehensive guide to the area, and Lakes Region Map and Guide. The Lakes Region Association also maintains an award winning website www.lakesregion.org for up to the minute happenings, property and entertainment listings, vacation travel incentives and so much more. For a free vacation package call 1-800-60-LAKES.Lakes Region Association • PO Box 430 • 260 Route 104 • New Hampton NH 03256 (603) 744-8664