Any suggestions for Rhode Island??

Don't leave the area!

There is plenty to see and do in and around Newport/Jamestown, South County RI. But I must warn you Aunt Carrie's is probably the worst tourist trap in the state. They hire some kids that are waiting to start college in the Fall. They draw straws and the shortest one gets to be the Chef for the season. You are MUCH better off if you just cross the street to Iggy's. The food at Bay Voyage is tops (former TS owner) Take the ferry to Newport from the dock at Jamestown. If you like baseball, catch a game at Cardine's field. Have a nice time!

Mystic is worth a visit, and you can probably do it in conjunction with a visit to one of the CT Casinos. But, a lot of other things are worth a visit also, so much depends on personal taste.

Let us know later what you liked or disliked.

I've been going to Newport in some way since the late 70's and have seen it through gritty times and the timeshare developments until the utter Yuppiedom and Cruise ship visits of now.

Would be nice to know what you enjoyed or didn't since this has been a fun thread to read.

Fast Ferry to Providence

I skimmed the posts, so I apologize if this is a duplicate. But there might still be a fast ferry from Newport to Providence when you are there. It is public transportation run by the state and is a fun trip through the bay.

Providence is very cool, although hilly and a challenge for walking in some of the historic neighborhoods around Brown University.

If all you do is a round trip on the ferry, it can be fun.

There is so much to do in RI that there is really no reason to try to drive elsewhere. Remember this about Newport: the wealthiest people in the country chose this spot for their vacation spot--they had lots of choices so consider that an endorsement with some weight.

Finally, if you are a tennis fan, the Hall of Fame of Tennis on Bellevue is special--elegant, informative.

schr5 said:

My parents are going with us and they have rented a unit at Bay Voyage, so we will not be able to switch to Newport Overlook. (Ours is a trade through RCI). Thanks for the suggestion, though. What about Mystic Seaport? Is it as nice as it looks online?
Cindy

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Mystic is amazing..... I'm sure you'll love it. It's not too far for a nice day trip too. Also, going out over the Jamestown Bridge, (as opposed to The Newport Bridge), ~ there's no toll. Have a Great Vacation in our "Home Resort".

Sue

SO...How was your visit??? You had GREAT Weather...

Just curious, with all the suggestions you received from TUG for your vacation..
how did you all do???
Any suggestions you can offer back?
Hoping for a positive feedback.

We stayed at the Fairfield LongWarf Resort in October 2003. Many good suggestions have already been made. You may wish to visit the church where JFK and Jacky were married. There is also one of the oldest synagogues in the western hemisphere where President George Washington gave an address about freedom of religion. We are thinking about going back for the Jazz Festival one of these years.