Travel Advisory for Boston Marathon and Patriots’ Day
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Next Monday, April 21 is a big day for New Englanders, because it brings the Boston Marathon and Patriots’ Day. Both fall on the third Monday of April each year, so here’s what to expect if you’re visiting Boston next week.
Boston Marathon
Marathon Monday is a Boston tradition. Last year more than 2,000 people ran this 26.2-mile course and half a million spectators cheered them on. Notable entrants in this year’s race include Lance Armstrong and former Presidential hopeful Mike Huckabee. Parts of downtown Boston become so crowded during Marathon Monday that many companies give their employees the day off (not my company, unfortunately). Watching the marathon is a quintessential Boston activity, but if you’re not planning to watch the race, then be aware that there will be road closures throughout the day. Copley Station on the Green line will be closed for the day, and Beantown Trolley Tour will be running a modified route.
Patriots’ Day
This Massachusetts holiday commemorates the Battle of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775. The infamous “shot heard round the world” sparked the Revolutionary Way, which lead to America’s eventual independence from England. Modern day travelers can step back in time with visits to historical attractions like the Liberty Ride, Concord Museum, or The Old Manse. The towns of Lexington and Concord also host re-enactments to commemorate the battle.
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