Boston

Combining historic charm with big-city feel, Boston offers the best of both worlds.  Quaint brownstone-lined streets, sophisticated centers of academia, and patriotic connections are all central to the city’s unique urban identity.  Colleges and universities play a large role in the local economy, acting as major employers and attracting high-tech industries to the region.  The city was the site of several American firsts, including the first public school, first college, and the first subway system.