Category: Destination

Sun-drenched, sand-swept, and unapologetically classic Maine. Wells Beach is Maine’s ultimate coastal playground—where miles of pristine Atlantic shoreline meet the timeless charm of a true New England summer. Here, the air smells of salt water and fried clams, and days are measured only by the changing tides. The coastal bike rides are easy and engaging.…

A 70’s style beach experience with good side trips. A 1970’s vibe beach, a nearby vibrant town, some excellent beach food, good biking, and good surfing. Misquamicut State Beach is the central feature — wide sand, strong surf, and a honky tonk strip of beach bars and arcades. But the real surprise is Westerly, a…

Surf, Seafood & Block Island Gateway A working fishing port, a historic lighthouse, the best seafood in New England, and some of the best waves on the East Coast. This is one of the better destinations in The Summer of 100 Beaches. You can park your car when you arrive and not need it until…