Newport has historically been a summer get-away for the über-wealthy. But you don’t have to be one of Mrs. Astor’s 400 to enjoy a delightful, high-class escape from the rigors of daily life. Tip: If you’re not a total GPS-savvy techno-geek, before you travel, print out this handy (free) Newport Harbor Map for your wanderings Then get …
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Newport is renowned for historic, stunning architecture, scenic beauty and a plethora of good restaurants. Add to all that an almost endless list of ways to spend leisure time, and you have the recipe for a delightful special-occasion get-away. But all those choices can be overwhelming, You can’t do everything. You can’t even do half, …
Normally, I’m not overly fond of the popular tourist hangouts. I usually think they’re too crowded, over-hyped, and ridiculously expensive. But I love Newport, Rhode Island. Yes, it can be expensive –but it can also be affordable if you know where to go and what to avoid. And yes, it has hype galore. Good Morning America calls Newport, “The most …
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