#2 Boston, Mass.
Specials : Episode FLTPL-SP03
Practically perfect, Boston is the cultural capitol of New England. It's got great schools, and the universities supply the brain-power that fuels its dynamic business environment and work opportunities. The Boston area has a wide variety of great housing, from vintage Colonial to a variety of top-notch suburbs. The recreational scene is perfect, too, with Cape Cod and lots of fine arts and the mountains a quick drive north. Most appealing is the sense of American history Bostonians keep close to their hearts, making it a proud, feisty city that's culturally and ethnically rich.
- Boston's median household income is $36,260.
- Its transportation system carries more than 800,000 passengers each day.
- Boston's main industries include financial services, healthcare, high technology, education and tourism.
Boston Globe
www.boston.com/news/globe
Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau
1-888-SEE BOSTON (733-267866)
www.bostonusa.com
Dancing Deer Baking Company
Boston
888-699-DEER (3337)
www.dancingdeer.com
Mayor Thomas Menino
www.cityofboston.gov/mayor
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