Block Island sits 12 miles off the coast of Rhode Island. Many people recommended Block Island over Nantucket because it is much less crowded. The island is small (only 7,000 acres) and much has been preserved from development. It was a nice way to relax after touring around Newport the previous day.

The best way to get to Block Island is by ferry. And that is exactly what we did from Point Judith. The trip takes a little less than an hour (on the traditional ferry) and you can buy snacks while on board. Since we weren’t taking a car with us and we were returning the same day, the round-trip tickets were less expensive. Block Island Ferry also departs from Newport and Fall River, MA. (more…)