============================== EASTERN USA ============================== This coastline stretches from the border with Canada in the north, southwards along the Atlantic coast and turns at the Florida Keys to merge into the Gulf of Mexico. There are three main tourist areas here - New York City, New England and Florida itself. New England is an area covering the states of Vermont, Upper New York State, Maine, New Hamphire, Connecticut and the surrounding areas. It is the oldest settled part of America by Europeans and is still very "English" in character. It is the home of the true Yankees and many of America's "blueblood" families hale from this part. Travel to New England is best from spring through to late autumn, but the winters can be very cold. There are many beautiful national parklands in the New England area such as the Arcadia National Park in Maine, and some fine colonial buildings. The area contains some real wilderness and some awesome mountain scenery and is a popular area for camping and trailer holidays. Recommended brochure: Virgin`s New England Experience