Hi all,
My husband and I are planning on driving up from Boston (south shore area) to Montreal in October for my sisters wedding. We are planning on leaving early (around 5/6am) because we will probably have to make multiple stops for our son (potty training).
A few questions:
Which route would be better? 89 or 93?
Rest stops! Best ones? Any to avoid?
Any recs on where we should stop for b-fast? We'd prefer to do a sit-down type place. Maybe Montpelier or Burlington?
Any interesting places a 3 year old might find enjoyable en route? I don't think he will enjoy leaf peeping like his mom!
Thank you! Any and all answers are appreciated!
Boston->Montreal with kids
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93 is probably easier once you get past Nashua, and at that time, even Nashua should not be an issue.
Stop for breakfast near Manchester or Concord because there isn't a lot north of there until maybe Littleton.
I think the border crossing is less likely to be crowded than on 89, and the roads on the Canadian side were better last time I drove this.
One thing to be aware of is that you will be passing through the Eastern Townships, a place where most towns have English names but Quebec French is the normal language. Gas stations and McDonalds may have little or no English. Gas in Canada is very expensive, so fill up before you cross.
Have a great trip!
If you take the 89 route, you can get out and stretch your legs in Quechee VT...just over the boarder from NH. There is a Cabot store there and you can also take an easy "hike" down to the river. It's a gravel path really.
I think 89 would set you up for a stop at Ben and Jerrys too.
Thank you!