Rhode Island Yacht Charter

A Rhode Island Yacht Charter is a luxury vacation you should not miss. Rhode Island is one of the original 13 states and is one of the six New England states. It is the smallest state in the union—only about 48 miles long and 37 miles wide—but is one of the most densely populated states.

The state’s extensive coastline, more than 400 miles, makes this a perfect destination for your yacht charter.

Block Island | Hidden Jewel of New England’s Coastline

North America Block Island | Hidden Jewel of New England's Coastline Block Island is just south of mainland Rhode Island. Its 1800s red-brick Southeast Lighthouse sits atop the dramatic clay cliffs of Mohegan Bluffs, with a rocky beach below. Sandy beaches include the famous Crescent Beach. The island's northern tip features North Lighthouse, built in 1867, and Sachem Pond, home to gulls and swallows. Migratory songbirds visit the National Wildlife Refuge. You will certainly want to make Block Island part of a Newport to Portland, Maine itinerary. Block Island A Brief History Block Island has a fascinating history that dates back thousands of years. Native Americans, including the Narragansett, Niantic, and Pequot, inhabited the island long before European settlers arrived. The island was named after the Dutch explorer Adriaen Block, who charted the region in the early 17th century. Later during the colonial era, Block Island became an essential part...

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Bristol | Scenic New England Town

North America Bristol | Scenic New England Town Bristol, Rhode Island, is a New England waterfront town and deep-water seaport. It is on a peninsula, with Narragansett Bay on its west and Mount Hope Bay on its east. The town's harbor is home to over 800 boat moorings in seven mooring fields. Some New England crewed charter yachts are based in Bristol instead of Newport. Of course, if you are interested in a yacht based anywhere in New England, contact us to find out if we can arrange for the boat to meet you in your preferred location. The place has a rich nautical history. From the 1870s to the 1930s, many advanced yachts were designed by built at the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company, which is based in the area. Narragansett Bay Weather Summer is warm and humid, the winters are frigid and wet, and it is partly cloudy year-round. Over...

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Jamestown | A Peaceful Coastal Town

North America Jamestown | A Peaceful Coastal Town Jamestown was incorporated in 1678 as part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and transferred to Rhode Island in 1746. Today, Jamestown is a peaceful coastal town with historic farms, stunning parks, award-winning restaurants, quaint shops, and art galleries. Interestingly, this town has no chain stores or restaurants and only one gas station. Beavertail State Park, Jamestown, Rhode Island. Photo by Dan Convey on Unsplash. Weather Summers are warm and humid. Winters can be frigid, wet, and windy. It is partly cloudy year-round. Over the year, the temperature typically varies from 24°F to 80°F and is rarely below 10°F or above 87°F. Since winters are so cold, the best time to visit Jamestown is summer. Places to see Beavertail State Park: Beavertail State Park is a stunning coastal park offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Explore the picturesque lighthouse and enjoy panoramic...

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Climate

Most of Rhode Island has a humid continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. The southern coastal portions of the state are the broad transition zone into subtropical climates, with hot summers and cool winters with a mix of rain and snow. Rhode Island is vulnerable to tropical storms and hurricanes. Monthly average temperatures range from a high of 83 °F to a low of 20 °F.