Newport, Rhode Island

[Mr.Maduro]

My wife and I are headed there soon for a little getaway. Any suggestions on things to do, (outside of the room ) sights to see, places to eat, drink, smoke???

Thanks.

[ResIpsa]

Originally Posted by Mr.Maduro

My wife and I are headed there soon for a little getaway. Any suggestions on things to do, (outside of the room ) sights to see, places to eat, drink, smoke???

Thanks.

visit the mansions. You can get a ticket to see all of them (think theres 9) yes it sounds stupid and geeky, but it's actually pretty cool.

[ghostrider]

Originally Posted by ResIpsa

visit the mansions. You can get a ticket to see all of them (think theres 9) yes it sounds stupid and geeky, but it's actually pretty cool.

What he said.

If you like a little bit of history, check out battle ship cove, not too far away in MA. Several WWII+ era ships/subs to check out.

[RPB67]

You are in the middle of shipping paradise.

Take a walk and check out the Marina and boats. Go for a boat ride.

Go to the beach or eat in an outdoor cafe. Lots of shops as well.

[raisin]

Originally Posted by ResIpsa

visit the mansions. You can get a ticket to see all of them (think theres 9) yes it sounds stupid and geeky, but it's actually pretty cool.

Wait until you see the house sized dining room!

[thunderbucks]

Definately...hit up a lot of the good coastal food and port sites. I'm not the world's biggest fan of New England in general, but I love the coastal scenery of Portland, ME and other areas of the like.

[dunng]

If you want to REALLY eat and like seafood... http://www.nordiclodge.com/ I have not yet been there but I know some of the Pats players have gone there and Phanton Gourmet did a bit on it (http://www.computersri.com/Nordicvid/nordicstream.wmv).

[Mr.Maduro]

Originally Posted by dunng

If you want to REALLY eat and like seafood... http://www.nordiclodge.com/ I have not yet been there but I know some of the Pats players have gone there and Phanton Gourmet did a bit on it (http://www.computersri.com/Nordicvid/nordicstream.wmv).

See////now that's what I'm talking about!!

Thanks guys.....keep 'em coming!!

[dunng]

Cigar Shops a bit north in Providence (45 minutes or less)...

Sir Winston’s Tobacco Emporium, Inc. - http://sirwinstonstobacco.com/

Damn, there is one more that my local B&M was talking about but I cannot think of it at the moment...

[Mr.Maduro]

Bump.

Still looking for ideas. Any help greatly appreciated!!

[Finfan]

Ive lived in RI for a few years now and have been to Newport a bunch. Never done the mansions, but cliff walk is pretty cool. It takes you past the mansions along the ocean--nice and scenic. Also scenic is Beavertail which is in Jamestown (just over the newport bridge). I LOVE Beavertail. Lots of great trails for hiking around and awesome ocean views. Newport has a lot of shops and some decent restaurants. I stick to the lower budget fare and always try to hit up the Smokehouse (not cigars) for barbecue...Ill try to think of some more stuff and pm you.

[MeNimbus]

Enjoy your vacation in Newport RI

[dunng]

Did you make the trip yet?