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Summer 2020 will surely be a summer to remember. 2020 has been, to say the least, a very unpredictable year. Given the positive outcome of social distancing in New York and surrounding states, there is hope and opportunity to get out of the city in July and August. True, it might not be a trip to Europe, but this is an opportunity to explore some places that are a couple of hours car ride away. You can still feel safe sharing the ride with your family or friends you have already been exposed to and avoid crowded planes that have been an incubus of the COVID-19 virus.
Here are five East Coast beautiful places you can visit without quarantine requirements upon your return.
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Mystic Seaport
The largest maritime museum in the US is in Connecticut. The perfect place for a little excursion for those that enjoy beautiful views and collections of sailing ships and boats. Mystic Seaport, founded in 1929, consists of more than 60 historic buildings. The Museum is home to four National Historic Landmark vessels, including the Charles W. Morgan, America’s oldest commercial ship and the last wooden whaleship in the world. Mystic Seaport is in Mystic, CT, which is a great place for an overnight stay. By the way; don’t forget to try Mystic Pizza.
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The Pocono Mountains
Nature. Lakes. Valleys. All in Pennsylvania. There are many options in the Poconos. It all depends whether you are taking kids, a romantic date or you are group of friends just looking to spend some time in nature. This is a place each member of your family could have a day of fun. Golfing, hiking, dining and various adventures await along with many accommodation options. The Poconos are known for great resorts, but renting a house sounds like a great idea, too.
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Newport
Newport is a city on Aquidneck Island in the New England state of Rhode Island. Its harbor is full of expensive yachts also known for the annual sailing regatta and some clam chowder famous spots. However, for some biggest attraction in Newport are the Gilded Age mansions on Bellevue Avenue. One of the most famous is The Breakers, an 1895 mansion built to resemble a Renaissance palace.
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Nantucket
Nantucket is a small island 30 miles out to sea. It is also a super popular tourist destination. This beautiful island is known for whaling, Nantucket bay scallops, fog, their three lighthouses, charming Main Street, and quite a few signature activities. The iconic cobbled Main Street extends from the waterfront at Straight Wharf to their iconic brick Pacific National Bank. There are many shops and restaurants, so Nantucket sounds like a dynamic vacation!
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Martha’s Vineyards
Martha’s Vineyards is a bucket list place to visit this summer. Located South of Cape Cod in Massachusetts, Martha’s Vineyard is a popular summer colony. You can access the Vineyard visit by water or air. There are very charming towns and lighthouses, sandy beaches, and great restaurants. That said; Martha’s Vineyard is rather expensive, so if you don’t have deep pockets a short weekend vacation there is ideal and will not break your bank.
Tijana Ibrahimovic
I love reading about these lesser well-known spots. As a traveller from the UK, I wouldn’t tend to come across these usually. Those mansions in Newport look gorgeous!