Newport Rhode Island Blog

People's Cafe

Mon, 14 May 2012 22:57:48 GMT

My husband and I arrived in Newport, Rhode Island on May 12, 2012 for our 9th year anniversary. We decided to walk along Thames Street to look for a place

Tall Ships 2012 in Historic Newport, Rhode Island

Sun, 13 May 2012 20:51:02 GMT

Tall Ships 2012 - Come see them when they arrive in the "City by the Sea" on July 5th!

Americas Cup Race Returns to Newport, Rhode Island

Sun, 13 May 2012 14:26:38 GMT

This summer's Americas Cup Race in historic Newport, Rhode Island - June 23rd to July 1st. Pull up your lawn chair along the waterfront and enjoy the action!

Best Sunrise Spots in Newport

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 22:42:41 GMT

So I live in West Warwick, not from the state so I don't know much about Newport but I cross the Newport bridge early a.m. for work. The sunrises are awesome.

Kidventure Play & Party Center

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:27:09 GMT

Kidventure Play & Party Center is an awesome place to bring the kids, whether it's for a birthday party, special occasion or just to play for awhile!

Jane Pickens Theater

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:26:16 GMT

Hi, My name is Ricardo, I'm studying at RISD my master in Interior Architecture and I'm making a documentation on the Jane Pickens Theater history, its

Newport Rhode Island Mansions – See how the elite lived during the Gilded Age!

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 16:51:57 GMT

The Newport Rhode Island mansions are the Ocean State's #1 tourist attraction for a reason. Come check out these magnificent "summer cottages" and see how America's wealthiest families lived!

Rosemary and Thyme on Spring Street

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:53:58 GMT

We loved many of the Newport restaurants...Clarke Cooke House, Fluke, and OceanCliff's Safari Room but this little bakery bistro with virtually no tables

Island Skating Academy - Aquidneck Island and South County Rhode Island

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 14:37:36 GMT

Island Skating Academy offers the highest quality instruction to figure skaters, hockey players and recreational skaters of Aquidneck Island and South County Rhode Island.

Ultimate Newport Vacation -7 Days in the "City by the Sea"

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:13:58 GMT

The Ultimate Newport Vacation ebook has done all the work for you already! Let a native Newporter be your personal tour guide, showing you around this beautiful, historic city!

Cruise pick up

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 22:07:10 GMT

Question: I will be meeting people coming on a cruise ship, where would I go to do that? Answer: It depends on the cruise line. Usually the ships are

Cuffy's

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 21:01:47 GMT

Question: Hello, Can you tell me if the Cuffy's store is still in Newport? Thank you Answer: Hi Joanne. I just called their old # and it was disconnected.

Fort Adams Tour - Explore the baddest fort in the U.S.!

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:39:31 GMT

You've got to take a Fort Adams tour if you visit Newport. This National Historic Landmark was the most intimidating fort of its time, and is now a beautiful state park. Come check it out!

Bike route from First Beach to the Newport Folk Festival?

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 12:05:40 GMT

Question: What's the best bike route from 1st Beach to the Newport Folk Festival? Answer: Here's the best route (courtesy of Google Maps), which should

Bonfire on Gooseberry Beach?

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:15:28 GMT

Question: Now I know that one is allowed on the beach even if not belonging to the club...but I was wondering if i wanted to go down w/ some friends and

Living Year Round In Newport

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:37:47 GMT

Question: What's your take on living in Newport year-round for a 22 year old female grad school student? Is there much of a social life and ways to meet

Glassblowing Classes on Thames Street

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 11:56:14 GMT

Question: Where can I find glassblowing classes on Thames Street? My response: Thames Glass, located at 688 Lower Thames Street offers glassblowing

Newport Harbor Cruise - The Best Way to See the Sailing Capital of the World!

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 01:09:34 GMT

We took a beautiful Newport Harbor cruise aboard the Amazing Grace during my last visit. Check out this page to see the photos and a few video clips...

Beach parking

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 18:01:25 GMT

I'm aware that parking at 2nd beach costs $20/day. Is there ever a discounted time or day of the week for parking there? Thanks, Amy Brassard p.s. It

Newport Buzz - Get the 411 in the 401!

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 22:32:23 GMT

The Newport Buzz is your one-stop guide for all news, nightlife, dining, shopping, entertainment and events in the thriving seaside town of Newport, Rhode Island.

Is Gooseberry Beach open to the public?

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 23:22:03 GMT

My question is, is Goosberry Beach open to the public, but the beach club is private? I'm not part of the club. I live in New Jersey and we are planing

Newport RI Real Estate - Fitzpatrick Team

Sun, 29 May 2011 18:22:09 GMT

For your Newport RI real estate needs, look no further than the Fitzpatrick Team. Hands on, dedicated professionals look forward to going the extra mile for you!

Tennis and the Newport Casino - Images of Sports

Mon, 23 May 2011 22:11:41 GMT

Arcadia Publishing is releasing Tennis and the Newport Casino to the public on June 6th, 2011. Don't miss this insightful look at the history of this great sport!

Best Newport RI Attractions - Mansions, Cliff Walk and many more!

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 16:36:42 GMT

Looking for the best Newport RI attractions? Check out this video to see some of my favorites...

Murder Mystery Tour

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:03:59 GMT

We're going to Newport in late August. My wife and I want to do the mystery train ride. Is the Newport Dinner Train handicap accessible? Also, are there

Newport RI - From the Vault #8

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 23:49:18 GMT

Newport RI - From the Vault #8 - We just dug up these really cool old maps of Fort Adams. I always wondered where everything was located while the fort was operational...Now I know! Check it out...

Fort Adams - Then and Now

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 23:20:19 GMT

A mix of old and current shots of the Fort

Click here for more on Fort Adams

Newport RI - From the Vault #7

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 02:45:55 GMT

The Newport RI Vault is open once again.....Here are some more old shots of historic Fort Adams from the late 1800's and early 1900's.

Fort Adams Photos - Some of my favorite shots of this historic treasure

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 18:09:47 GMT

Check out these Fort Adams photos and let me know what you think. If you have some that you'd like to share, we'd love to see them.....

Information about 3 identical houses

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 01:07:07 GMT

Is there a story about these three identical houses? By the way, I have really enjoyed your site. It has helped be identify a lot of things that I saw

Restaurant Bouchard - Best French Cuisine, Best Romantic Restaurant in Newport

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 10:28:51 GMT

Restaurant Bouchard on Thames. Yummy! It's pricey but worth every penny if you're planning a special evening out or if you just love great food. Creative

Favorite Newport Rhode Island Photos #1

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 01:46:26 GMT

Check out this video I put together of some of my favorite Newport photos. It's 3 minutes and 30 seconds long.

Newport Coffee Shops - People's Cafe

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 03:59:08 GMT

One of my favorite Newport coffee shops, People's Cafe (formerly People's Credit Union) has it all: great coffee, breakfast, ambiance and location! Stop in if you're downtown for any reason...

Christmas in Newport - A few shots from my 2010 visit

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 20:54:46 GMT

A few shots from Christmas in Newport - 2010

Sweet Pea Print - Elegant Custom Invitations, Stationery and Photo Cards

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 16:46:21 GMT

Sweet Pea Print will work with you to create the perfect custom wedding invitations, holiday cards, birth announcements and much more. Contact Samantha today to get the process started!

White Horse Tavern Dinner by the Fire

Sat, 01 Jan 2011 01:35:23 GMT

I had an amazing White Horse Tavern dinner while I was in town for Christmas. If you haven't been before, or in awhile, you should. Enough said.

Newport RI Events - Polar Bear Plunge

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 20:41:09 GMT

One of the coolest (literally) Newport RI events, this annual swim by brave souls benefits A Wish Come True. It's a great spectacle to watch for a great cause. Check it out!

Newport RI - From the Vault #3

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:27:49 GMT

Check out these old Newport RI photos. These are old shots of one of my favorite Newport mansions, Rough Point. This was the home of tobacco heiress Doris Duke.

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Sun, 19 Dec 2010 19:43:02 GMT

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Ultimate Newport Day Trip - What to see and do in the "City by the Sea"

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 14:43:38 GMT

The Ultimate Newport Day Trip will help you pack as much as possible into your 1 day here. Enjoy our historic attractions, waterfront restaurants, breathtaking ocean views, lively night life and more

Half Way Across The World

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:49:46 GMT

After traveling all the way from Australia to Newport to experience the awesome spectacle of these illustrious homes, we arrived to fog city. At first

Renting out an entire bed and breakfast for a wedding party

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 22:19:25 GMT

Question: Our son is getting married August 7, 2011 at the Rosecliff Mansion. We would like to rent out an entire bed and breakfast from August 1 -

Newport Arts Scene Magazine - Arts Supporting Arts

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 22:22:57 GMT

Newport Arts Scene Magazine is managed, manned and produced by the artists and arts lovers in the Newport area.

Newport Rhode Island Bars - Jimmy's Saloon

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 01:01:26 GMT

Check out one of the most casual Newport Rhode Island bars, Jimmy's Saloon. Definitely one of the best spots in Newport for football, pinball, live music and karaoke!

Newport Mansions Quiz

Sun, 07 Nov 2010 20:01:00 GMT

Take our Newport Mansions Quiz to see how well you know these "summer cottages".

Middletown Restaurants - Some of my favorites just over the Newport line

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 20:54:42 GMT

Which are the best Middletown restaurants? Check out this page for some of my favorites...

Art work

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 18:07:51 GMT

Hello, I purchased from Skinner a painting that was formerly in your collection, and I was wondering if you could possibly give me any further information

Favorite Newport Photos #1 - Some of the best shots from around town

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 00:22:20 GMT

Check out this page to see some of my favorite Newport photos! Various shots from around town including: Trinity Church, Castle Hill Lighthouse, Newport Tower and Newport Bridge.

Best Wedding Destinations - Why Newport should be at the top of your list

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 01:17:45 GMT

Newport is one of the best wedding destinations in the world. Few cities can match the combination of breathtaking ocean views, rich history, great food, shopping and nightlife.

The Point - Largest concentration of 17th and 18th century homes in the nation

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:22:13 GMT

The Point section of Newport is home to the largest concentration of 17th and 18th century homes in the nation. Take a stroll or a drive through this beautiful, historic neighborhood!