JIM & DEB'S TIPS ON WHERE TO STAY...
Boston has a number of options depending on your needs. Below is Jim & Deb's very own houseboat,
along with a couple of other suggestions. Should those all be booked up feel free to drop us a line and let us
know. We're not a travel agency but will certainly try to lend a helping hand by offering some tips to make
your search easier!
Jim & Deb’s Very Own...
Blue Pearl Houseboat. Our houseboat is located in Boston Harbor
in the town of Winthrop. It has one bedroom plus a loft and sleeps
6. You can watch the sunset over the harbor with a gorgeous view
of the city skyline. We offer a free daily taxi in and out of the city at
your convenience. We are located on the Blue subway line and just
minutes from downtown Boston.
Read more here...
Jim & Deb Suggests...
Green Turtle I. Located in the same marina as our houseboat and
run by a wonderful couple who also have a floating B&B with several
boats. The original Green Turtle is a houseboat with two separate
luxury suites, Sea Turtle and Loggerhead. Each suite has a kitchenette
and a private bathroom en suite. Breakfast is placed outside your
room each morning.
Read more here...
Jim & Deb Suggests...
Green Turtle II. With the same owners as for the original Green Turtle,
this 45 foot motor yacht is larger and can accommodate 2-6 guests.
She has two private queen staterooms with en suite bathrooms and
showers and the salon can accommodate two people on a full queen
sleeper sofa. Breakfast can be enjoyed in your cozy dinette or on the
aft deck. Green Turtle II is ideal for up to 3 couples or a family.
Read more here...
JIM & DEB'S BOSTON "Things to Avoid"
Driving Downtown Boston...
Getting Lost in the Metro...
Anyone not familiar with Boston
should not attempt to drive in the city.
Some of the streets are still sized for
horse and carriage and traffic can be
uncomfortably fast in the tunnels. With
the MBTA system, taxis, water taxis and
water ferrys it's not hard to get around
the city. We are located 1 mile from the
Blue Line of the train system and we
also offer a free daily taxi in and out of
the city.
The subway system is Boston is color coded and generally
easy to follow. One place that people get confused is on
the Green line. The green line splits after Copley Square
into B,C,D, and E lines. B,C and D can get you to Kenmore
where you get off for Fenway. The E line does not take you
to Kenmore.
Areas Outside of the City...
Boston itself is a safe city but I would avoid exploring any of
the surrounding towns without knowledge of the areas.