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Important locations and attractions:
Boston, Cambridge, Salem, Manchester, Shewsbury, Lynn, Worchester, Holyoke Concord, Springfield, Amherst, Pittsfield, Williamsburg, Falmouth, Provincetown, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket Island, Yarmouth, plus most of the cities on the shores of Cape Code Bay, Massachusetts Bay and Nantucket Sound.
TRANSPORTATION
Interstates 90, 91, 93, 95, 190, 495, 395, and 84 in the south of the state are the main arteries of Massachusetts and southern New England.
Logan Interantiona lAirport http:www.massport.com/logan/
One of the busiest airports on the east coast served by over 55 airlines including 8 major domestic carriers, 10 international carriers and 13 regional and commuter airlines.
The Massachusetts Bay Transport Authority (MBTA), operates Boston's subway system, plus commuter rail and bus services throughout the city and suburbs.
Amtrak: 800 USA-RAIL (371-5465). www.amtrak.com.