NEWPORT, MARTHA’S VINEYARD, NANTUCKET, CUTTY HUNK
Charming New England Towns. Digging for clams for the evening clam bake. Biking the paths on Martha’s’ Vineyard. Docking at the boat basin in Nantucket, and shopping in town. These are just some of the reasons to love yachting across New England. There are also the Newport mansions, Jaws theme night onboard, and fishing at Cutty Hunk for striped bass.
When to go: May – September
Ideal itinerary: 7 Nights pick up and drop off Newport
What not to miss: Sunset at Castle Hill, early morning clamming
Add to your future yachting bucket list: Maine
MAINE
Historic light house. Dramatic granite cliffs. Postcard-perfect towns. And seals basking in the sun. Maine is one of the best cruising areas in the world and is best explored by yacht. It has more coastline than any other state in the US , including thousands of islands—many more than the Caribbean. National parks, incredible fresh seafood, and historic nautical museums are all part of its charm.
When to go: May - September
Ideal Itinerary: 7 Nights with pick up in Camden and drop off at Bar Harbor
What not to miss: Lobster roll with an Oyster Martini
Add to your future bucket list: Matinicus Island