Gaby's Guide to Rhode Island is ready to roll! And while we didn't quite cover the entire state, we did a LOT! Here you go!
Boston landmarks, Connecticut breweries, and a pit stop in Rhode Island make for the best weekend road trip in New England.
Gaby's Guide to Rhode Island is ready to roll! And while we didn't quite cover the entire state, we did a LOT! Here you go!
We caught the tail end of fall when we visited the East Coast to attend Alex’s friend’s wedding in New England. We flew to New York and then took a road trip to Connecticut and Rhode Island, making a quick tour of New Haven, Mystic, and Providence along the way. Glimpse a bit of the...
We took a whirwind trip to Rhode Island this weekend for a very special wedding. One of Mike’s friends from PA school married the love of his life after being engaged for 3.5 years! Needless to say, we have been looking forward to this party for a long time! The wedding was at Aldrich Mansion...Read the Post
From Florida's Overseas Highway to Nova Scotia's Cabot Trail.
Small and totally mighty, Rhode Island is one of the gorgeous spots on the east coast that's totally amazing to explore! From picturesque bays, historic - 10 Very Best Things To Do In Rhode Island - Travel, Travel Advice - North America, Rhode Island, United States - Travel, Food and Home Inspiration Blog with door-to-door Travel Planner! - Travel Advice, Travel Inspiration, Home Inspiration, Food Inspiration, Recipes, Photography
Quiet beaches in New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Maine that are worth visiting for their beautiful shores and small-town feel.
Here's my guide to a 7 day road trip in southern New England. This New England itinerary takes you to the beautiful states of Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. In one week, you'll visit New Haven, Providence, and Boston. You'll also day trip to some charming small towns. This is a perfect itinerary for history buffs, culture vultures, and city creatures. I tell you the best things to see, do, and eat in southern New England.
Newport is a very popular East Coast destination and one of Rhode Island's most beloved cities. It offers a huge range of activities for every taste. From the Tennis Hall of Fame, sailing tours, endless
Small and totally mighty, Rhode Island is one of the gorgeous spots on the east coast that's totally amazing to explore! From picturesque bays, historic - 10 Very Best Things To Do In Rhode Island - Travel, Travel Advice - North America, Rhode Island, United States - Travel, Food and Home Inspiration Blog with door-to-door Travel Planner! - Travel Advice, Travel Inspiration, Home Inspiration, Food Inspiration, Recipes, Photography
Matt, Logan, Hadley and I headed up the coast this past weekend to Newport, Rhode Island. There is nothing like a New England summer and we were so excited to spend some time outdoors and eat as much fresh seafood as possible! Matt and I...
How is everyone after the long weekend and the unofficial kickoff to summer? I packed up my bags Tuesday for a special “socially distanced” photo shoot with Shop Navy Bleu and Chappy Wrap at the spectacular Ocean House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island . It was an amazing way to experience the Ocea
Here's my guide to a 7 day road trip in southern New England. This New England itinerary takes you to the beautiful states of Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. In one week, you'll visit New Haven, Providence, and Boston. You'll also day trip to some charming small towns. This is a perfect itinerary for history buffs, culture vultures, and city creatures. I tell you the best things to see, do, and eat in southern New England.
Gaby's Guide to Rhode Island is ready to roll! And while we didn't quite cover the entire state, we did a LOT! Here you go!
Newport's historic estates, along with a wave of chic hotels and restaurants, are drawing a new generation of glitz-and-glamour seekers to one of America's original seaside resort towns.
Stonington Borough is the classic New England tiny beach town. A historic lighthouse, gorgeous sandy beach, quaint downtown shops and much more await visitors to this special spot in Connecticut.
Charlestown, Rhode Island may be a small coastal town in Rhode Island, but as "the best-kept secret" in the state there is no shortage of things to do.
The first 3 days of our road trip were spent exploring Mystic, CT and Newport, RI.
Rhode Island: Facts, Map and State Symbols.
There’s something for every kind of beach lover in Rhode Island. Find your dream spot on our list of the best Rhode Island beach towns!
From the most impressive Gilded Age mansions to tour to the restaurants you can't miss, here are the best things to do in Newport, Rhode Island.
Planning a visit to the Ocean State? You'll find an array of fun things to do in Rhode Island. Let our guide serve as the perfect Rhode Island bucket list.
There are many amazing restaurants in the state but there are none quite like these scenic beachfront restaurants in Rhode Island.
If romantic walks on the beach are your jam, then look no further because this lovely New England engagement session is all that and more. Complete with one charming lighthouse, rocky cliffs, and the sweetest couple ever.
Discover New England! New England — the birthplace of America — is filled with rich history, cultural attractions, fascinating cities, scenic villages, and outdoor adventures at every turn. Discover white sand beaches, and lighthouses, brilliant fall foliage, expansive lakes, panoramic mountain views, and dockside restaurants with delicious seafood chowder, lobster, and blueberry pie.
From the most impressive Gilded Age mansions to tour to the restaurants you can't miss, here are the best things to do in Newport, Rhode Island.
A Quick Travel Guide to Newport, RI. Where to stay, eat and play. The Breakers.
Small and totally mighty, Rhode Island is one of the gorgeous spots on the east coast that's totally amazing to explore! From picturesque bays, historic - 10 Very Best Things To Do In Rhode Island - Travel, Travel Advice - North America, Rhode Island, United States - Travel, Food and Home Inspiration Blog with door-to-door Travel Planner! - Travel Advice, Travel Inspiration, Home Inspiration, Food Inspiration, Recipes, Photography
Small and totally mighty, Rhode Island is one of the gorgeous spots on the east coast that's totally amazing to explore! From picturesque bays, historic - 10 Very Best Things To Do In Rhode Island - Travel, Travel Advice - North America, Rhode Island, United States - Travel, Food and Home Inspiration Blog with door-to-door Travel Planner! - Travel Advice, Travel Inspiration, Home Inspiration, Food Inspiration, Recipes, Photography
These towns are absolutely picture perfect.
Navigate Newport, Rhode Island like a local with these insider tips on where to eat, sleep, shop and boat in this coastal New England gem.
These parks are amazing and unique!
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The Rhode Island coastline is a tangle of islands, inlets, beaches, and wildlife refuges. A road trip through the area can include quiet luxe getaways, seaside adventures, and ocean-view drives where you can relish the coastal beauty.
I'm so excited to be sharing our mini guide to Newport, Rhode Island tonight! Because we did a lot, I'm going to break it up by day. Let's jump in!
Here's my guide to a 7 day road trip in southern New England. This New England itinerary takes you to the beautiful states of Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. In one week, you'll visit New Haven, Providence, and Boston. You'll also day trip to some charming small towns. This is a perfect itinerary for history buffs, culture vultures, and city creatures. I tell you the best things to see, do, and eat in southern New England.
Navigate Newport, Rhode Island like a local with these insider tips on where to eat, sleep, shop and boat in this coastal New England gem.
Small and totally mighty, Rhode Island is one of the gorgeous spots on the east coast that's totally amazing to explore! From picturesque bays, historic - 10 Very Best Things To Do In Rhode Island - Travel, Travel Advice - North America, Rhode Island, United States - Travel, Food and Home Inspiration Blog with door-to-door Travel Planner! - Travel Advice, Travel Inspiration, Home Inspiration, Food Inspiration, Recipes, Photography
One of the best parts about blogging is that it makes you a better writer in the long term. The more I blog the more I find my "voice" and discover what a good blog post looks like. Between my style of writing, the pictures I take and the way I present the information, it all gets better. When I visit some of my favorite places a year or so later, I can update old posts to give you, dear reader, a better blog post. Today, we are revamping my post on Cliff Walk with some real Nikon photos, a better flow and information. So let's chat (again) about a world famous walk and Rhode Island's most popular visitor attraction, Cliff Walk. Cliff Walk in the winter What's a Rhode Island post without a little intro to our country's smallest state? It's no secret I am one of Rhode Island's biggest fans. Ocean, architecture, history, charm, scuba diving, shops and some amazing seafood, what more could you want (I bet you Utah folk just said mountains). Newport is just one of those iconic New England towns and when you catch it on a beautiful clear summer day, sitting on the dock eating oysters at your favorite restaurant while the band plays and the cocktails are poured, those long hard winter New England months seem all worth it and so far away. When you catch Newport on one of those days, it's hard to describe how lovely it is. What is it: If you find yourself as a tourist in Newport, there is a lot to do. Among one of my favorite things (and the one thing I insist every visitor do) is take a walk on Cliff Walk. It is a world famous walk along the eastern shore of Newport, Rhode Island. This walk combines the rugged Atlantic coast/Rhode Island shoreline with the mansions of Newport's gilded age. The 3.5 mile long walk starts off as an easy paved trail in the southern portion (about 2/3 of the trial), past famous mansions like The Breakers, before turning into rugged and rocky shoreline and dirt paths through tunnels and by the lawns of private properties. A walk, a hike, a little bit of both with breathtaking scenery from the waves of the Atlantic to the manicured lawns and gardens. This is the only National Recreational Trail within a National Historic District in the United States. Couple walking down a paved section of the trail Cliff walk is an amazing way to see another perspective of the Newport Mansions. On one side, you will pass famous sites like The Breakers, Forty Steps, Rough Point, and Mrs Vanderbilt's Tea House (more on all this later). On the other side, you get sweeping views of the Atlantic and Rhode Island's coastline. During my latest trip in December, we walked about 80 percent of the trail- about from the Breakers over to the end, walking the road back to the Breakers. From the more developed areas to the rockier quieter section, we loved it all. Short detour on a more rugged section of Cliff Walk The trail leaves the nice paved path and crosses over this rocky beach Need to Know Free admission Open sunrise to sunset 365 days a year Dogs allowed on leash only Bathrooms- Two unisex toilets on Narraganset Avenue Time to finish: 2.5 hours Parking: First Beach Memorial Blvd -71.297055, 41.475944 Narragansett Ave Forty Steps -71.297055, 41.475944 There are a few tunnels throughout the walk A view of The Breakers from the trail SeasonsIt is great all year round. Cliff Walk in the summer will bring warmer temperatures but will also bring a lot more people. The winter will have more unpredictable weather and likely a chilly breeze, but you will likely have portions of the trail all to yourself. Source Click HERE for an interactive map. Start/End "The walk starts at the western end of Easton's or First Beach at Memorial Blvd. and runs south with major exits at Narragansett Ave., Webster St., Sheppard Ave., Ruggles Ave., Marine Ave., Ledge Rd., and ends at Bellevue Ave. at the east end of Bailey's Beach locally referred to as Reject's Beach". - Cliffwalk.com Click HERE for an interactive map. Map Credit: City of Newport, Commonwealth Engineers & Consultants, Inc., and the RI Dept of Transportation Source Walk a Section There are five unique segments to Cliff Walk 1. Memorial Blvd. to Forty Steps 2. Forty Steps to Ruggles Ave: covers a close up of Mansions at Salve University campus; there are several sets of steps. 3. Ruggles Ave. to Belmont Beach: covers a touch of rough terrain and waves breaking near walk when wind is strong from South. 4. Belmont Beach to Ledge Rd: covers pieces of Rugged Terrain especially at Rough Point, however this is most rewarding for serious hikers not afraid of heights. 5. Ledge Road to Bellevue Ave: sometimes missed by Cliff Walkers, but if you have done segment 4 this is easy and better than walking out Ledge Rd. If you only have a short time to do a piece of Cliff Walk drive down Narragansett Ave. to the Forty Steps and walk south past Salve Regina College and the Breakers. Viewpoint along the trail Information along the trail There are QR Codes all over the trails that link to some great information about the walk, the area and neighboring mansions. I also think these small stands with QR codes are the perfect way to give visitors information, without having big obtrusive signs that get damaged or graffitied. It was really fun to be able to scan the code (get an app that can read these for free) and learn some more information about exactly what I was looking at. “The Cliff Walk Trail Marker program is a noteworthy enhancement to the Walk, one that offers readily accessible information to what visitors see as they travel along the ocean’s path,” said Bob Power, Chairman of the Cliff Walk Commission. “The Walk is not only the first National Recreational Trail in New England, but it is also set in a National Historic District. Now visitors can learn about the fascinating sites they pass, such as The Breakers, Marble House, Bailey’s Beach, Rough Point, 40 Steps and others. The content of most of the information accessed at the sites was researched and written by students from Salve Regina’s Cultural and Historic Preservation Department. The markers themselves were crafted and installed by the Boy Scouts, Troop #3 Newport, Led by Conner Flynn, as part of his Eagle Scout project.” Read more about this new marker program here. Couple walking down the trail Antique gate along the trail Be Aware Parts of this walk do pass over a public right of way over private property. Be cognizant of your surroundings and like any trail, be respectful and bring all and any trash off the trail with you. Also noote that in some spots the trail is less protected and there are steep drops and cliff edges. In some sections, just a couple of feet from the path are abrupt drops of over 70 feet and wild bushes and weeds often hide this danger. The further south you walk, the more rugged the terrain will become. Expect to cross over large rocks and boulders and proper shoes are a must. Fine sand and sea spray on some of the rock surfaces can make the walk very slippery. If you get poison ivy, keep your eyes peeled especially during the summer months. Poison Ivy which grows well in rainy summer weather along some areas of the path. Taking in the views along Cliff Walk Paved section of the trail
In “5 Things,” we ask some of our favorite insiders in cities all over the world to share insider travel tips on where to eat, shop, stay, and play in their neighborhoods (plus, what to pack to make the adventure complete). Today, Caitlin Mandel of Our Natural Heritage shares how Newport, Rhode Island, is more […]
Watch Hill, Rhode Island is a small town just across the boarder from Connecticut surrounded by the Atlantic. The charming town is known for its beaches and historic mansions. Read on for the best things to do in Watch Hill, RI!
Only have a day or two? From walking tours to restaurant crawls, here are five of the very best things to do in Providence, Rhode Island.
The Breakers Mansion, Newport, Rhode Island. A visit to the summer cottage of Cornelius Vanderbilt II, a luxurious summer retreat from the American gilded age.
