For dinner, there’s clam chowder with a side of sea views at Bluewater Grill followed by drinks at Luau Larry’s, a divey tiki bar that serves the standout Wiki Wacker cocktail made with rum, brandy, pineapple/orange juice and grenadine. Besides the wildlife spotting-look out for buffalo that were brought here for a 1920s Western and never left-you can kick back at the private Descanso Beach Club, explore the 40-acre Botanic Garden or take in panoramic views at the top of the four-mile Hermit Gulch Trail. (yes, the Chicago Cubs Wrigley) who at one point owned more than 90 percent of the island.
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The free Manatee Trolley runs the length of the island and, for a tiny fee. Ada, originally the home of chewing gum tycoon William Wrigley Jr. Among the six island beaches, family favorites include Coquina Beach, a life-guarded beach with water sports rentals, concessions and a playground located on the southern end of the island, and Manatee County Beach, named to our 10 Best Beaches for Families in 2015. Just a half-hour ferry from LA, this island is super accessible to city-goers without the traffic found in the City of Angels (the whole inlet is pedestrian-only). Swaying palms, white sandy beaches, epic dive sites-you’ll find all this and more in Santa Catalina. As for where to stay, we recommend the whimsical Summercamp hotel in Oak Bluffs or its coastal-chic sister property, The Christopher in Edgartown, both of which opened to high praise in May 2016. On the westernmost tip, not many tourists come this far, but they should just to see the spectacular rose-colored Gay Head Cliffs and the historic lighthouse perched precariously at the top. Make your life easier and keep your clothes and luggage minimal. You don’t want to lug your huge suitcase every time you change ferries. Summer offers the best weather, autumn is brimming with local festivals and winter. If you plan on island-hopping packing light is essential. Imagine pine-clad archipelagoes and lonely isles cupped by waves and. It’s an iconic destination on everyone’s travel list. Make your way along the island’s windswept southern coast to Chilmark, where you can sift through vintage treasures at the Chilmark Flea Market, but make sure to save the rest of the day for neighboring town, Aquinnah. The Greek Isles are known for their white washed buildings, cliff side towns, and beautiful scenery. For breakfast check out Among the Flowers Cafe and grab a sweet treat at L’etoile (the Toasted Coconut Rum Creme Brulee is to die for). Then make your way to Edgartown, a whaling village dotted with historic captain’s houses. Rent one at Oak Bluffs, the main ferry port, and make a pitstop at the hamlet’s pedestrian-only grove of pastel gingerbread cottages. The best way to explore the isle’s six preppy-chic towns is by moped. For decades, The Vineyard has been a New England summer staple for socialites, celebs and politicians (looking at you, Obamas, Clintons and Kennedys).
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