Hub & Spoke: The Berkshires
The historical Berkshires region, located in the highlands of Western Massachusetts, has long been renowned as a favorite vacation getaway spot. Chockful of history, culture and nature, this picturesque area has something everyone will enjoy.
The area’s beautiful scenery can be taken in from the many parks, trails, riversides and woods of the area. Take a stroll through the arboretum during autumn for a fall foliage tour like nothing else. In the winter, the region is a huge draw for its many skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing trails.
The area is also home to several cultural and historical attractions, including art galleries and museums, historical and famous homes and cottages, musical and theatrical festivals, and the first and longest running dance festival, Jacob’s Pillow. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind as you explore the quaint villages, breathtaking scenery and “cultural mecca” of the Berkshires.
French design comes to the Mount in 2008
For 2008, Edith Wharton’s palatial estate in Lenox is featuring French design throughout the home, using contemporary design but in keeping with Wharton’s time and style. Wharton moved in 1907 to Paris after living in the Berkshires. The Mount, built in 1902, also features a huge landscaped garden, including more than 5,000 trees shrubs and plants and some 3,000 annuals and
By Kelley Thompson
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Courtesy of leisuregrouptravel.com
Chitra Mogul
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