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- Region: New England
- Capital: Hartford
- Governor: M. Jodi RellCity Gov: Governor: M. Jodi Rell
- State population: 3,502,309 (2007 Estimate) U.S. Census Bureau: Annual Population Estimates 2000 to 2007
- Statehood: January 9, 1788
- Currency: U.S. Dollar
- Time zone: EST UTC-5/-4
- Nicknames: The Constitution State, The Nutmeg State
- Total area: 5,543 square miles
- Largest city: Bridgeport
- Airport codes: BDL (Bradley International Airport), HVN (Tweed New Haven Airport)
- Highest point: South slope of Mount Frissell
- Lowest point: Long Island Sound
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Located within driving distance of New York City, Connecticut is a great destination for weekend travelers who are looking to get out of the city and explore the wonders of Autumn in the country. Whether it's sailing in Long Island Sound, taking a driving tour through the beautiful Litchfield Hills, or relaxing at the popular Foxwoods Resort Casino, Connecticut is great destination for world-weary city-dwellers.
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Popular Attractions
- Gillette Castle State Park, an elaborate mansion in East Haddam
- South Norwalk Historic District in Norwalk
- Essex Steam Train and Riverboat in Essex
- Lake Compounce, a family amusement park, in Bristol
- Mark Twain House, Mark Twain's restored home, in Hartford
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Mystic, Connecticut
Mystic Seaport is a "museum village" on the southeastern shore. It includes a children's museum, a restaurant and even a "preservation shipyard," where guests can see restored ships and exhibits.Frommer's: Mystic SeaportLocated in the same town is the "largest non-casino attraction" in the state, the Mystic Aquarium.Mystic Aquarium: Visit the Aquarium There are over 12,000 individual marine animals, including the rare Beluga whale.Mystic Aquarium: Animals & Exhibits The aquarium features a theater and many "hands-on" educational programs.Mystic Aquarium: Visit the Aquarium
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Connecticut Vacation on Amazon
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Connecticut Vacation Questions
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Hi for the Lazy vacation contest I finished thefollowing pages before Sunday midnight. Will it be considered? 1 AnswerHey Pellrider, for the contest you only needed to create 1 page. I looked through all the submissions after midnight (pst) last night and already chose the win... read more -
Highlights Vacationing in Bali? 1 AnswerI've visited Bali twice now and I come from Indonesia, so what I suggest is from my personal experience: Almost all Balinese speak English, Japanese, and German... read more -
What is the company motive behind a vacation buy program? 1 AnswerPlenty of companies used to offer things like that even when times were good, as part of a flexible benefits package. They might be motivated to reduce expenses... read more -
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Connecticut Hotels
- The Mahalo Guide To Connecticut Hotels
- The Mahalo Guide To Hartford, CT Hotels
- Official Tourism Site: Connecticut Accommodations
- Frommer's: Connecticut River Valley, Fairfield County and Litchfield Hills Hotels
- Frommer's: Mystic and the Southeastern Coast, Hartford and New Haven Hotels
- Fodor's: Hartford Hotels
- TripAdvisor: Connecticut Hotel Reviews
- WCities: Where to Stay in New Haven
- The New York Times: Fairfield County Hotels
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On Twitter Powered by Twitter
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Hello! Just got back from a vacation visiting family in Connecticut. Please check out my website for changes! www.AJB-Photo.com
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Shore gonna miss Portland. Next stop, Seattle. Then Missouri, Ohio, Connecticut, and New Hampshire. December will be busy. Vacation is over.
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had a great vacation in connecticut - heading back to jamaica tomorrow ...hello 80 degree weather goodbye 40 !
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Vacation Week: Cigar #4 - Perdomo Habano Connecticut Robusto - one of my current favs
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@viva_la_B nah im on vacation till tues. im in connecticut wit da fam. im mad bored lol
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