What is the "Castle in the Sky" and where to go in May?

AskLisa — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 22:53:00 GMT

Reader: We will be visiting NH in mid-May. We have a day and a night completely free and would like to experience NH at it's fullest. We will be flying into Manchester and Mt. Washington is our final destination.

What is "castle in the sky"? What do you suggest, please?

Lisa: The "Castle in the Clouds" (http://www.newhampshire.com/nh-attractions/castle.aspx) is actually a resort/estate that offers 45 miles of hiking trails. The views at the top are really beautiful. I don't know what you like to do so I'll have to give you some general information. If you like to hike and be in a natural outdoor setting, I would definitely recommend the Flume (http://www.newhampshire.com/nh-attractions/flume-gorge.aspx). That's one of the best natural attractions in our state.

We also have a list of 10 Things to Do in the White Mountains: http://newhampshire.com/explore-nh/10-things-white-mountain.aspx

And, 10 Things to Do in the Lakes Region: http://newhampshire.com/explore-nh/10-things-lakes-region.aspx

Depending on whether you'll have children with you, there are other activities that I would recommend. I do think Lake Winnipesaukee is one of the most scenic places in the state, outside of the White Mountains (where you will already be heading anyway). So, if I had to recommend something outside of the White Moutnains, it would be a trip to Lake Winnipesaukee. You can take a train ride around the lake (http://newhampshire.com/nh-attractions/winni-railroad.aspx), a boat ride across the lake (http://newhampshire.com/nh-attractions/mt-washington-cruises.aspx) or some shopping at the Tilton Outlet Stores, http://www.tangeroutlet.com/tilton. Wolfeboro is also a great little town on the edge of the lake.

You could do a tour of covered bridges. There are many located throughout the Lakes & White Moutain Regions: http://newhampshire.com/covered-bridges/bridges-listed-by-town.aspx.

If you have specific interests, it might be easier to point you in the right direction. If you like hiking, I can recommend some good hiking trails. But I would need to know if you'll have children with you, as some of the hikes lead to sharp drop offs and I wouldn't recommend them for kids. Also, if you have kids, you might want to try a place like Gunstock or Attitash's Alpine Slide.

Here is another page that will give you some ideas: http://newhampshire.com/explore-nh/nh-101.aspx

Most important, enjoy your stay in New Hampshire! Let me know if I can be of further assistance.

Gambling in New Hampshire

AskLisa — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 14:27:00 GMT

Reader: Several of us are planning a vacation to Laconia in June 2008. We were wondering if you have any casinos or horse tracks with slots or video poker in New Hampshire.

Lisa: There are is only one horse track in New Hampshire. Rockingham Park is located in the town of Salem in southern New Hampshire. We do have a few Greyhound race tracks. I don't think there are any video poker machines at any of the tracks, however. If they do have them, they are for entertainment purposes only. Video poker machines that pay out cash winnings are illegal in our state. The nearest casinos are in Connecticut, (Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods).

If you are interested in the Greyhound tracks, I have included links below.

The Lodge at Belmont (located closest to Laconia): http://www.thelodgeatbelmont.com

Hinsdale Greyhoud Park: http://www.hinsdalegreyhound.com

Seabrook Greyhound Park: http://www.seabrookgreyhoundpark.com

And,the horse track that I mentioned, Rockingham Park: http://www.rockinghampark.com

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What is the "Castle in the Sky" and where to go in May?

Gambling in New Hampshire