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Sip And Tour On These 6 Rhode Island Booze Cruises

Discover the best booze cruises on Narragansett Bay for a relaxing and scenic coastal experience.

Published Jul 8, 2019

Written by 

Natalie Clunan

One of the best ways to kick back and see the coastal sights is with a tour on the Narragansett Bay. But if you really want to relax, hop aboard one of these fantastic booze cruises! Sip a cocktail and embrace the waterfront scenery for an outing to remember.

1. Champagne Sunset Sail, Classic Cruises of Newport

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Climb aboard the Madeline, a beautiful Bermuda rig schooner for an evening sail on the Narragansett Bay. Sip champagne or beer while watching the sun sink below the horizon in its spectacular show of color. Address: 24 Bannister's Wharf

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Newport, RI 02840

2. Smugglers Cocktail Cruise, Classic Cruises of Newport

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Enjoy the sights of the Newport waterfront and the Narragansett Bay while sipping rum punch. The Rum Runner II treats you like royalty not a stowaway on this amazing booze cruise. Address: 24 Bannister's Wharf

Newport, RI 02840

3. Dark & Stormy Schooner Cocktail Sail, Adirondack II

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Dark & Stormy doesn't refer to the weather, it's a legendary sailor cocktail made with dark rum and ginger beer. Enjoy your cocktail hour on the sea before it's time to head to shore for dinner. Address: 22 Bowens Wharf, Newport RI 02840

4. Sunset Narragansett Bay Cruise, Snappa Charters

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Snappa Charters might be best known for their action-packed fishing charters but in the evening they slow things down with a relaxing sunset cruise. Tour coastal landmarks as you nibble hors d'oeuvres and sip drinks on the water.Address: 33 State Street, Narragansett, RI 02882

5. Morning Mimosa Cruise, Gansett Cruises

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Hop aboard this remodeled retired lobster boat to kick off your morning. Check out the coastal lighthouses and other historic sights as you enjoy a mimosa-filled morning. Address: 2 Bowen's Landing, Newport, RI 02840

6. Sunset Cruise, Gansett Cruises

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Wrap yourself in the warm glow of the sunset as you toast the view. This 90-minute cruise is the perfect way to end your day. Address: 2 Bowen's Landing, Newport, RI 02840

Do you know someone who would love taking one of these booze cruises? If you prefer to keep your feet planted on dry land, put on your walking shoes and embark on Rhode Island's Margarita Mile.

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The Rhode Island Christmas Display That’s Been Named Among the Most Beautiful in the World

Newport Mansions in Rhode Island offer a spectacular Christmas lights display, featuring lavish decorations and guided tours.

Updated Oct 17, 2024

Written by 

Jessica Wick

It's beginning to look a lot like the holiday season here in Rhode Island. There are plenty of magical traditions we love to indulge in during this time of year, most notably the Christmastime tours of our elegant Newport Mansions in Rhode Island. The seasonal decor is more dazzling than ever, and for that, we are thankful. Read on to learn more about the best Christmas displays in RI!

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Every November, we watch as three of the most magnificent Newport mansions — The Breakers, The Elms, and Marble House — are decorated from the inside out.

Here we have Christmas at The Breakers!

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The opulence of Newport’s Gilded Age mansions meets the sparkle and magic of Christmas during the Holidays at the Newport Mansions.

We love seeing The Marble House, The Breakers, and The Elms shine bright during the cold winter season.

The mansions are decorated lavishly with hundreds of poinsettias, numerous ornamented evergreens, wreaths, fresh flowers, table settings, mantle decor, and more. The Newport Mansions at Christmas are absolutely stunning. At The Breakers, for example, there's typically a 15-foot-tall poinsettia tree that's a local favorite and a color-coordinated theme chosen for each room, and the results are spectacular.

Of course, no expense is spared when it comes to decking these halls. Over the years, Christmas at the Newport Mansions has received plenty of national attention. People come from all over New England to take guided tours during the holiday season.

Did you know that the Newport mansions Christmas decorations are considered some of the best in the world? RI Christmas displays are becoming more popular over the years.

One thing is for certain — Christmas at the Newport Mansions is the most wonderful time of the year.

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A golden frame surrounding christmas trees within the historic elms mansion in newport rhode island.

Reservations aren't required to visit the Newport Mansions in Rhode Island, but reserving tickets online is always a good idea. That way you are guaranteed to see one of the best Christmas lights displays in Rhode Island! This year's Holidays at the Newport Mansions event will be held from Nov. 22, 2024 through Jan. 1, 2025.

Will you be exploring the Newport Mansions during Christmas to see the best holiday lights display in Rhode Island? Get your tickets on the Newport Mansions’ website. You can also view the mansions virtually.

Bundle up this year with your favorite gear from North Face.

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It’s An Epic Adventure Cruising The Bay In Rhode Island

Published May 25, 2024

Written by 

Beth Price-Williams

A few hours on the water is always time well spent, whether we're floating in a tube or paddling along in a kayak. However, very little can compare to a scenic boat tour when we're craving a low-key adventure on the water. We can sit back, breathe in the fresh bay air, and admire the quintessential New England shoreline on this bay cruise in Rhode Island.

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Rediscover the beauty of the Rhode Island coast aboard a scenic boat tour with Coastal Queen Cruises in Newport. Tours sail between the beginning of May and early November annually.

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If you're having out-of-town or out-of-state visitors, you won't find a more charming way to introduce them to Rhode Island.

The scenic bay cruise, one of several offered by Coastal Queen Cruises, boards at 5 Bowen's Landing on Bowen's Wharf, making it an idyllic stop if you're spending the day in Newport.

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Settle into one of the cozy seats that offers a front-row view of the water. The main deck is wheelchair accessible.

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If you're using a wheelchair, call 401-423-9900 before your cruise for assistance in boarding the boat. Coastal Queen Cruises also offers boat tours that leave from the East Ferry Wharf in Jamestown; that location has an ADA-accessible boat ramp.

As you watch the shoreline pass by as the boat sails from Newport Harbor to Jamestown, a seasoned tour guide will provide a lively narrative about the history of the area.

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You may want to bring a jacket on chilly days; however, the boat also has heat to help warm you up.

Grab a drink from the bar (there are bathrooms onboard).

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Keep an eye out for seals frolicking in the water or sunbathing on rocks as the boat meanders along the bay.

Arrive between 20 minutes and half an hour before the cruise's departure. Cruises leave on time and do not accommodate late arrivals.

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Coastal Queen Cruises also hosts a variety of other cruises, including a lighthouse and mimosa tour, an evening cocktail cruise, and a seal and harbor tour.

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See a full list of cruises on the official website of Coastal Queen Cruises. Or, stop by the Facebook page of this boat tour agency in Newport, Rhode Island.

Have you been on this bay cruise in Rhode Island? Did you opt for the scenic cruise or another one? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! After your cruise, stroll around Brick Market Place in Newport, where you can grab a bite to eat or explore the shops.

If you're visiting from out-of-town or feel like a staycation, turn that day trip into an overnight getaway by booking a charming Vrbo.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/rhode-island/year-round-day-trip-destination-ri/

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