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Kids can cruise around a mini lake in a paddleboat, and build their own souvenir toy boat. Vintage boat aficionados won't want to miss the classic collection of wooden vessels dating back 80 years. In addition, practical education for new boaters is available at Fred's Shed How-To Center, with tech experts answering questions about anything from getting started to service, maintenance, and operations. Or test your boating skills -- docking, pivot turns, stopping and more -- using a Mercury throttle and steering wheel at the America's Boating Club's simulator. No need to pack a lunch, you'll find a number of places to dine, drink and relax at the venue. Tickets: $20 for adults; children 12 and under free; active/veteran military, active/retired first responders and USCG and USCGA members free on opening day. www.newenglandboatshow.com
Those looking for an indulgent, luxurious, and laidback winter vacation (and who isn't?) may want to consider the new Hamakua Hotel, an adults-only haven perched above a 50-mile stretch of the Hāmākua Coast of Hawaii's Big Island. Located 20 minutes from Hilo, the island's largest city, the eight-room property is nestled on 25 lush tropical acres with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. The Hawaiian-inspired accommodations have king beds, oversize walk-in stone-and-glass showers, and private oceanfront lanais. Guest amenities include the Yurts Spa offering massage, yoga, and additional body and wellness treatments; one-mile rain forest hiking trail to the beach; oceanfront infinity pool; culinary program that showcases an innovative French style infused with Hawaii's local land-to-sea ingredients; and The Story Studio, a creative space -- for writers, musicians, or anyone with a story to tell -- with state-of-the-art media kits and a Proto Hologram machine for real-time coaching from global experts. Nearby activities include visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, horseback riding, surfing, zip lining, hiking to waterfalls, helicopter tours, and more. Rates from $699 per night, includes fresh breakfast treats, high-end tequila tastings, sunset happy hour with craft cocktails and mocktails served by a mixologist, and six-course gourmet dinners paired with wines. 888-742-1359, www.hamakuahotel.com