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Ever since movies left the studio and started filming on location, many of our largest cities have been used as the setting for the stories we watch. New York and Los Angeles are both commonly used as backdrops to Hollywood's productions. They are not, however, the only cities used. Boston, Massachusetts, is another contender for most filmed city in the United States.

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The island of Martha's Vineyard sits south of Cape Cod, and has long been a popular vacation destination for many on the East Coast. Martha's Vineyard has developed into an area filled with fine and expensive homes owned by many of the rich and famous in American society. There is no road to access the island from and vacationer or resident, and they can only gain access to it by private boat, ferry or plane. The island was originally inhabited by Native Americans when the early English settlers reached the area in the early 1600s. Since then it has gone through many different phases of growth and development, but has always been able to retain its quaint, peaceful and remote personality. From the celebrities that now dot the residential areas to the early whaling industry that was prominent on the island for a time, a great deal is known about the island, but here are five facts you may not know about Martha's Vineyard.

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Boston is a unique and large city which is well worth a visit. It is the capital of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and home to many historic and modern features, as well as some of the most prestigious universities in the world. It is perhaps the sheer amount of students which make the culture so varied and diverse. There are many things to do in Boston, including cycling, fine dining, and shopping, but here are some of the main destinations to see before you head home.