2 Massachusetts Attractions Named Best Of USA Travel List

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Many people love to travel for attractions because it's all about seeking excitement and new adventures. Whether exploring stunning natural wonders, uncovering fascinating historical sites, or indulging in delicious cuisines, attractions evoke our senses and spark our curiosity. They offer a chance to experience diverse cultures, learn, and make lasting memories. And let us not forget the obvious reason: people travel for fun and entertainment.

Travel Lemming, an online travel guide with over 10 million annual readers, released its annual summer list of 150 best things to do in the USA. Each year, the site’s two dozen writers and editors handpick the list to highlight the USA's many hidden gems. The annual list aims to help Americans discover unique attractions around the country and in their own backyards.

A diverse array of attractions made the article’s Top 10 designation, including a wild animal sanctuary in Colorado, a Bavarian Village in Washington, and the world’s largest musical instrument in Virginia.

2 Massachusetts attractions have been named among the 150 best things to do in the U.S.

The Berkshires in Stockbridge shines in the Top 50 at #38. The site notes that The idyllic Berkshire mountain town of Stockbridge is a creative haven and formerly home to the iconic painter Norman Rockwell. Meanwhile, falling in the Top 100 on their list is the Codzilla Harbor Cruise in Boston at #63. The Boston Discovery Guide describes Codzilla as an exhilarating muscle boat, with an impressive 2,800 horsepower and equipped with twin turbo-charged engines. It also said that the boat's speed, thrilling spins, blaring rock music, and the crew's comic routine featuring pirates and mutant cod attract thrill seekers.

Yelp users have showered Codzilla with fantastic reviews. One visitor expressed, "The water adventure is an absolute thrill! The boat zooms at 40 miles per hour, and the twists and bumps give it a rollercoaster-like sensation." Another reviewer joyfully commented, "We had a blast! Despite wearing ponchos, we ended up completely drenched! Lots of laughter and smiles all around."

What other attractions made the list across the United States? Explore the full lineup here.

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