Rhode Island is a small state with big-time vacation opportunities and this information focuses on the best cheap travel attractions from Providence to Newport.
Source: panoramio.com via Elysse on Pinterest The Flying Horse Carousel certainly stands as a ‘mane attraction” in the Westerly, R.I., coastal neighborhood of Watch Hill. Possibly the oldest carousel in the United States — dating back to 1884 — this creaky old wooden carousel features 22 jumping horses suspended...
Recently, I experienced a day trip I’ll never forget. A one hour drive to the FarmCoast of Rhode Island and Massachusetts revealed a one-of-a-kind combination of farms, villages, beaches and harbors — far removed from the fast-paced environment that we ironically call civilization. Consisting of the small Rhode...
If winter has you feeling a little sapped, spring time in New England brings a sweet remedy with maple sugaring. Generally a low-cost event, maple sugaring is a fun activity where we get to see how maple syrup is made and then, better yet, try some out through samples...
At first, I though the name the “Modern Diner” was just a ridiculously inaccurate moniker for this Pawtucket, R.I. dining spot. The classic cable dining car seemed to have more to do with the remote past than recent times. How can you call something modern that dates back to...
Bristol, R.I., features the longest running 4th of July celebration in the United States, dating back to 1785! Bursting with patriotic fun along the main street featuring a red, white and blue colored median strip, this 227th version of the Bristol 4th of July Parade promises to continue the...
One of the best ways to learn more about New England travel is by requesting free travel guides from state tourism agencies in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. Here are the travel guide links to the state tourism agency web pages: Connecticut Getaway Guide Maine...
The Wickford Diner is much like Rhode Island: small but full of big surprises. This tiny diner located in a beautiful coastal, village-like setting of North Kingston, R.I., is simply a gem. While you’ll find all the affordable diner staples here like eggs, pancakes, meat loaf, burgers, and BLTs,...