The second weekend in October is a 3 day weekend (Columbus Day) and a
big leaf peeking weekend. I'd think about reservations if you are
hoping to stay near any major attractions. Western Mass. is a great
starting place. The Berkshires are beautiful and there's a lot going
on in the Lenox/Williamsburg area. Rte 2, aka The Mohawk trail, is a
scenic way to cross the state before heading up north.
Rte 1 is fine if you don't mind traffic and like to shop. Lots of
Antique Stores and tag sales and mini malls. The Topsfield Fair runs
through the 11th if you want a big event this is it. It's in north
east Mass.on rte. 1.

"Verizon Customer" wrote in message news:3Ft1d.4187$yJ3.1803@trndny08...
Hello all,

Myself and a colleague will be driving from NYC to New England in Mid
October. I was seriously thinking about starting off with Portland, Maine
(and surrounding areas) then working our way back down.

We're die-hard Autumn-Foliage enthusiasts and amateur photographers. So
we're really looking forward to what's in store.

questions:
^^ Is there alot going on up there around this time?
^^ and will the foliage be at peak or close to it?
^^ also, what might we get in as far as weather's concerned. (note: the
cooler the better for us. 'can't get enough!)

NOTE: I'd thought about Vermont, but figured Maine might be best what with
all the towns, cities and more to cover on the way back. Any thoughts?