[mk_page_section padding_top=”128″ padding_bottom=”128″ section_id=”welcome” el_class=”difFullHeight difd_add-triangle-top-left-orange” sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_custom_heading source=”post_title” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1591127325799{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]It’s been a while since you’re taken a road trip but as travel restrictions ease in Massachusetts and gas prices remain low, now is the perfect time to plan your road trip to Western Mass.

Your road trip checklist might look a bit different than it used to so here are a few things to keep in mind:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][mk_padding_divider][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][mk_image src=”https://difhosting1.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/blog-road-trip-1.jpg” image_width=”350″ image_height=”214″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1591127379473{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Be sure to pack enough facemasks for your group. It’s a good idea to also bring hand sanitizer even though you’ll find plenty of sanitizer/handwashing stations when you get here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][mk_divider margin_top=”40″ margin_bottom=”40″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][mk_image src=”https://difhosting1.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/blog-road-trip-1-rafting.jpg” image_width=”350″ image_height=”232″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1591127413155{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Check to see what’s open before you hit the road. Each state has its own phased-in opening plan and you’ll want to be sure to check ExploreWesternMass.com for up-to-date info.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][mk_divider margin_top=”40″ margin_bottom=”40″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][mk_image src=”https://difhosting1.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/blog-road-trip-1-hiking.jpg” image_width=”350″ image_height=”233″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1591127451617{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]If you’re coming before the end of June, plan on outdoor activities like zip-lining, rafting, hiking, biking, etc. We have tons of outdoor space that doesn’t look like exactly like where you live so it’ll be a nice change of scenery![/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][mk_divider margin_top=”40″ margin_bottom=”40″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][mk_image src=”https://difhosting1.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/blog-road-trip-1-picnic.jpg” image_width=”350″ image_height=”233″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1591127509524{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Don’t forget to grab a bite at one of our local restaurants. You can call ahead and pick up a bite for lunch or dinner alfresco. There’s a complete list of curbside pick-up dining here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][mk_padding_divider][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1698764101463{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]As we move through the various phases of reopening, you’ll want to plan another visit this summer to focus on the one-of-a-kind attractions you can only get here in Western Mass. But for now, enjoy the great outdoors in Western Mass.

Don’t forget to grab a bite at one of our local restaurants. You can call ahead and pick up a bite for lunch or dinner alfresco. There’s a complete list of curbside pick-up dining here. Have questions? Call us at (413) 787-1548 today for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/mk_page_section][mk_page_section bg_image=”https://difhosting1.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/holyoke-overview.jpg” bg_position=”center center” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” bg_stretch=”true” enable_3d=”true” speed_factor=”0.5″ video_color_mask=”#004f6b” video_opacity=”0.8″ js_vertical_centered=”true” padding_top=”96″ padding_bottom=”96″ section_id=”subscribe” el_class=”difFullHeight” sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Best of Western Mass” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%2300b2ba”][vc_column_text align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1510243760717{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Exclusive info and promotions sent directly to your inbox monthly.[/vc_column_text]

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