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Newport in August

An August 2001 trip to Newport by Action

Fort Adams Photo - Fort Adams, Newport, Rhode Island

Quote: Enjoying the sun, sand and crowds of Newport with family.

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Newport in August

Overview

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This was our first time at the timeshare for vacation and the second year of spending a week with my daughter and her family. We didnt have to work hard to enjoy ourselves. The best things were simply relaxing; a wonderful catamaran harbor trip; just walking around Newport and looking at the historical sites as well as the many shops; Traversing the Cliff Walk and being awestruck by Marble House tour.Quick Tips: If you're a planner, do so early. Lots of events, but they fill up quickly. Plan on making reservations in advance at many of the better resturants. Best Way To Get Around: Walking is the definite way to go. Park the car and walk the town. Its easier to get around, less hassl...Read More

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Long Wharf Resort

Hotel

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Best Things Nearby:The Ocean, great shops and good restaurants.Best Things About the Resort:Besides the location - the comfortable "hotel" living, but with more privacy. Resort Experience:The rooms are very comfortable and well laid out. The layout is much like that of a luxury hotel. A small foyer at the entrance gives you room to maneuver luggage inside. A full-size closet by the door allows for storing stollers, bags and coats or other hanging attire. To the left is the second bedroom and second full bath. To the right leads to the kitchen. Its full amenities allow the user to feel at home, cooking regular meals. Off the kitchen area is the living room, wit...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on October 18, 2002

Long Wharf Resort
5 Washington Street
Newport, Rhode Island 02840
(401) 845-0128

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Johnny's Atlantic Beach Club

Restaurant | "The Atlantic Beach Club"

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Very enjoyable, from the wait staff to the views of the ocean. The food was good, delivered timely and presented well.

The resturant caters to all dining styles, from casual dinner after the beach, to more dressier affairs.

Small children are welcome.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on October 18, 2002

Johnny's Atlantic Beach Club
55 Purgatory Rd
Middletown, Rhode Island 02842
+1 401 847 2750

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Fort Adams

Attraction

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Just a short drive or a water taxi ride across Newport Harbor stands the largest coastal fortification in the United States. You can visit the quarters of Lt. Col. Joseph Totten, who designed & built the fort. You can ascend to the scenic overlook for a breathtaking view of Newport Harbor & Narragansett Bay. You can enter the casemates where the big guns once roared, or stroll the 6 1/2 acre parade field. You can walk through the complex outerworks that helped defend against land attack, and if you dare, enter one of the listening tunnels beneath the walls of the fort From 1824 to 1950 Fort Adams housed generations of soldiers, and today stand...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on October 18, 2002

Fort Adams
Eisenhower Trust Building
Newport, Rhode Island 02840
+1 401 841 0707

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Newport Harbor Tour

Attraction

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A relaxing journey through the inner harbor, past the "parked" really big yachts and smaller boats. Passing Fort Adams, and seeing all the beautiful houses along the coast before reaching the lighthouse at Castle Rock.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on October 18, 2002

Newport Harbor Tour
At the Inn on Long Wharf Newport
Newport, Rhode Island 02840

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Brenton State Point

Attraction | "Brenton Point State Park"

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Occupying the former grounds of one of Newport's grandest estates, Brenton Point State Park affords its visitors one of the most commanding and spectacular views on the East Coast.

The park is located at the point of land where Narragansett Bay meets the Atlantic, midway along renowned Ocean Drive.

Visitors can enjoy picnicking, hiking, fishing, or just relaxing with the cool breezes and majestic views of the Atlantic

The winds are constant along this point of land and kite flying seems to be the major "sport". Hosts of people fly an amazing assortment of kites, from the very small to the very large.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on October 18, 2002

Brenton State Point
Ocean Drive
Newport, Rhode Island 02842
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Easton's Beach

Attraction | "Easton Beach"

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Newport's largest beach and recreation area. Only area beach that has a vintage carousel, aquarium, rentable beach houses and food concession area. A great place for kids and families.

Also known as "First Beach", Easton faces south with the northern starting point of Cliff Walk as one of its ends.

A large, busy beach, with lots of area to sit and relax. as well as snack shops.

Handy showers and facilities are close by.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on October 18, 2002

Easton's Beach
Memorial Boulevard
Newport, Rhode Island 02840
+1 401 846 1398