We have been to Cuttyhunk, Vineyard Haven, Block Island and Newport in the past few weeks. I don't like to complain about the weather, but it seems that this summer we have a day or two of decent weather then 4-5 days of not so great weather. For that reason we haven't strayed too far. Just about every harbor has its unique characteristics and these are all enhanced at any given time by unusual circumstances/visitors. For example, this Mail truck in Cuttyhunk-notice the license plates! I wonder where it's really from?
Then in Vineyard Haven there was a 12 Meter Regatta at the Beach.
In the Lagoon in Vineyard Haven we watched para sailors and encountered this unusual houseboat.
Back in Newport we sailed to Jamestown on Destiny with Perrin and Kenny for lunch. It was fun actually steering a boat to windward again!
We were entertained during An evening stroll around Goat Island by the newly painted Gurneys Resort (previously The Hyatt) and trying to get comfortable in a double hammock overlooking the harbor. There are goats on the grounds-duh? GOAT ISLAND! And, as always a spectacular sunset. The barge going by in the sunset picture is a "party barge" that was docked behind us this winter at the NHHM. We weren't invited to the party. :(
Block Island looked especially beautiful this time around, the colors were more vibrant, the skies so blue, the sunsets more red, yello, pink and purple, and of course we can't forget Aldo-ANDIAMO! Block Island's unique fresh baked goods boat delivery. Rain or shine, fog or sun-they are out there.
And of course, the Mudslides more tasty.
Breakfast with Chef extraordinaire Kenny and Perrin before a leisurely trip back to Newport.
Just as we entered Narragansett Bay 2-yes 2 Japanese Warships emerged through the haze. They were here for the Black Ship Festival.
Since Newport is the home of the International Yacht Restoration School, Sophie, a classic sailing yacht was moored in Newport after she was dismayed in the high winds of the Edgartown Race Week. Even without her mart she commands a presence!
Besides enjoying the sights we still have chores. Fixing the stern shower, laundry, unclogging heads and water hoses, changing the oil, and general cleaning.
