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Autumn in Connecticut

By: Jayden Vandiest

As the autumn sets in the leaves start displaying various tints and hues, filling people with true joie de vivre, especially to those who live in or visit New England and the Northwest of United States. Connecticut is also one of the hallmarks for taking the brilliant fall color tours. The region offers a plenty of ways to enjoy the leaves and their brilliance.

There are 20 hot air balloon companies in the state of Connecticut. These companies offer a birds-eye view of the fall color bouquet. Many of the companies offer special deals that include stays at some of the beautiful and hospitable bed and breakfasts located throughout the state. It is even possible to have champagne balloon rides.

One of the more popular ways to see the fall foliage in Connecticut is to enjoy cruises. There are many different waterways in the state, and it also borders the Atlantic, so it is possible to take a sea-faring tour as well. There are a variety of cruises that include education and historical tours, as well as those for pure luxury. There are even cruises that last for multiple days.

Horse back riding is another great way to enjoy the nature of colored leaves. There are plenty of horse back riding expeditions that start year-round, and the autumn is certainly not too late in the year to enjoy the wonders of fall on horse back. It is even possible to reserve romantic rides and expeditions by moonlight.

If you follow the Connecticut Wine Trail you can enjoy the beautiful and fine wines and also participate in the grape stomping and wine tasting contests. There are 14 vineyards along the trail, and you can explore it using a car or on a bike. Connecticut has kept up the tradition of wine trails in the Northeast, and offers a relaxing way to enjoy the fall season.

If you are not a guided trip person and like to explore the place on your own get a rental car and get on to the back roads. They have a plenty of picturesque destinations to offer. You can easily get bed and breakfast inns down these back roads that are inexpensive and comfortable. You can enjoy the unperturbed rural Connecticut beauty this way. Remember, during the autumn you would need advanced booking even for the bed and breakfast inns.

You can also enjoy dining while on your fall foliage tour in Connecticut. You will find plenty of steak and seafood places on the roads, and there are some quaint diners in many small towns that serve up delicious New England favorites. During the fall, you can also purchase some of the fresh organically grown produce at road side stands.

A trip to Connecticut during autumn provides endless delights. There is much to see and do in a very relaxing manner that is unhurried. It is an escape from normal life into one that is simpler. Food, beautiful scenery, and cozy places to stay. Oh, and sparkling wine and good company.

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Jayden Vandiest is the chief editor for F Connecticut, a fantastic resource for information about Connecticut. For questions or comments about this article why not visit: www.rvconnecticut.com/articles

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