I'll second Ken again on the Kancamagus in NH. If you don't mind heights, the Cog Railway or a drive up Mt. Washington. A seaplane ride out of Lake Winnipesaukee has always been fun.

Salem (MA) is a nice little seaport town. Bill is originally from Salem. You'll be a little early for their Halloween festivities which is a major big deal attracting fruitcakes from all over the world in costume. They may still have some early festivities when you're there. A nice area to visit about 30 min from Salem is Rockport, MA in the Gloucester area and you can also catch a whale watch trip off Cape Ann.

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