Three Days in Narragansett, RI (including visits to Wickford Village and Block Island)

A stretch of rocky coastline dotted with pristine Cape Cod style houses, Narragansett might be considered the quieter cousin of neighboring Newport, which was once a bustling shipping port and summer residence of the wealthy from the Gilded Age (see my post Three Days in Newport, RI).  Back in the day Narragansett also had its shareContinue reading “Three Days in Narragansett, RI (including visits to Wickford Village and Block Island)”

Three Days in Newport, RI

We traveled here to see the annual Newport Jazz festival during a long weekend one summer, to see the sites, eat lobster rolls and relax.  We got several tips from a colleague at work as to what to see in Newport and somehow managed to see all of it in three days.  So, you mightContinue reading “Three Days in Newport, RI”

A Weekend in Providence, RI

Referred to as one of America’s favorite cities, we decided to explore what Providence had to offer on our visit to New England. Located close to I-95 it’s a convenient stop to spend a few nights and recharge, and a charming city to visit in its own right. We found it clean, safe and aContinue reading “A Weekend in Providence, RI”