In order to properly celebrate our marriage, family is coming in from across the country and the other side of the world! While the wedding is small but mighty, the distance travelled to get there will not be.

Luckily, Salem is a short train distance from Boston and is conveniently located on Massachusetts' Commuter Rail system. From Boston Logan Airport, take the Massport Shuttle to Airport Station on the Blue Line (subway). Ride the Blue Line inbound (towards Bowdoin) and get off at State Street Station. From there, transfer to the Orange Line (Oak- Grove bound) for one stop to North Station. North Station is where you will take the Newburyport/Rockport train line to Salem. See here for a full schedule. If you want to download the MBTA app you can, or you can buy tickets at North Station or with the conductors on the train.

Once the train arrives at the Salem train station, you have already arrived downtown! All hotels listed on the accommodation page are a walking distance from the Salem train station.

For those traveling by car, check to see if your hotel has overnight parking. If they do not, there are many garages and lots to park. The best option would be the Museum Place Garage where overnight parking is allowed. See here for a list of all parking options in Salem.

For the guests eager to spend time on the water, our favorite mode of transportation from Boston to Salem is through the ferry. From Logan airport, take the Blue Line shuttle bus from your terminal to Airport Station. Ride the Blue Line inbound toward Bowdoin and getting off at Aquarium Station. Walk for 2-3 minutes from Aquarium Station to Long Wharf where the Salem Ferry departs. This transportation option is more expensive than the train, but nothing beats the views. See here for more details.