Practical Information in Boston
Fickle weather means be prepared. Pack layers, a comfortable pair of shoes for walking and lots of courage if you intend to drive.
GMT
GMT -5 (-4 during daylight saving).
Money
US dollar ($) is the currency.
Visas
Each country has its own regulations and restrictions for its visitors. Find specific visa information for your destination.
Health
Travelling to (sub) tropical destinations means taking care of your health. Read more about health issues for the area you're visiting.
Electricity
110 volts AC, 50Hz; two-pin plugs are standard.
Dialling Code
+1 (national), 617 + 7-figure number (Boston).
Boston Tourist Info
Fit In
Bring business attire if you're mixing in the banking and legal world. Don casual togs for everything else, except dinner at an upscale restaurant. For a Boston Red Sox game, wear team logo garb and exhibit disdain for the New York Yankees.
Public Holidays 2011-2012
- President's Day 21 Feb
- Evacuation Day 17 Mar
- Patriot's Day 18 Apr
- Memorial Day 30 May
- Bunker Hill Day 17 Jun
- Independence Day Holiday 4 Jul
- Labor Day 5 Sep
- Columbus Day 10 Oct
- Veterans Day 11 Nov
- Thanksgiving 24 Nov
- Christmas Day 25 Dec
- Christmas Day Holiday 26 Dec
- New Year's Day 2 Jan
- Martin Luther King Day 16 Jan
