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Both those areas make great roadtripping adventures, being scenic with lots of small settlements and a variety of scenery. But don't overlook eastern Pennsylvania, one of my favourite roadtripping States. In particular I like the LeHigh Valley with the quaint little town of Jim Thorpe, the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the Pocono Mountains. This would keep you on a route to Boston without covering extra miles to Upstate NY.

Do you have any maps? or access to good detailed maps? If you are a member of your local automobile club, then take your membership with you. It will give you access to free maps and tourism information from the AAA. You could pick up detailed maps of PA, NY, CT and MA, as well as a detailed map of Boston and Philadelphia while in NYC. These maps have a wealth of information when it comes to attractions along the way. You will see your many choices of routes, including scenic routes, which are hilighted on the maps.

If you were to approach Boston on I-84 through CT, you could stop of at Old Sturbridge Village, just before you get to the Masspike.

Lifey