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Purity Lake, New Hampshire:Other Attractions:

* The outlet mall in nearby Conway is one of the largest in New England. Wear comfortable shoes; there are more than 200 stores.

Where to unpack:

* A five-day stay at Purity Springs Resort includes lodging, three meals a day, skiing and off-water activities. Cost for a family of four is about $1,200. Call 800-FREE-SKI.

Where to eat:

* At Bellini's in Conway, don't refuse when a guy named Vito attempts to serve you some of the best Italian food this side of Sicily.

Something you have to do:

* Being this close to Maine, you wouldn't want to miss Purity Springs' weekly lobster grill-out.

In case you forget:

* Purity Springs' boathouse will loan you what you need. Otherwise, the closest pro shop is about 90 minutes away.

How to get here:

* From I-95 in Portsmouth take the Spaulding Turnpike north for about 25 miles to Route 16 north. Get off on Highway 25 east in Ossipee and follow that to Highway 153 north toward

Madison.

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