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Martha's Vineyard in 24 hours

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  1. Red
  2. Barbara Nicholson Bell
  3. Sunbear
  4. RowenaCA
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Top 1.   Jun 21, 2003 5:41 AM

» Red - Martha's Vineyard...

Rowena,

I have never been to Martha's Vineyard, but your article has encouraged me to put it on my destination list. It sounds like a fabulous place. I don't think I'd want to go in high season, but maybe September or October. Your description of the rugged shoreline and the friendliness of the locals sounds like a terrific experience. I really enjoyed my time here. Keep up the good work. I will visit again soon.

-- posted by Red



Top 2.   Jun 21, 2003 7:59 AM

» Barbara Nicholson Bell - Great article!

Even after living in Massachusetts for 30 years, I never visited Martha's Vineyard. I'm told one must make ferry reservations months in advance for the high season, if taking your car. Your off-season visit confirms for me that the usual tourist hype leaves a lot of information out!

However, most seasonal destinations have similar problems if you visit off-season. This is the time the locals treasure - their "home" is returned to them to savor and enjoy. Thanks for illustrating for us both the pleasures and problems of visiting such a place!

-- posted by Barbara Nicholson Bell



Top 3.   Jun 21, 2003 1:11 PM

» Sunbear - Martha's Vineyard

Hi Rowena,

Martha's Vineyard is a place that I only know from reading. Have always wanted to visit.

Enjoyed your article and adventures and have subscribed.

Tom

-- posted by Sunbear



Top 4.   Jun 24, 2003 7:35 AM

» RowenaCA - Re: Great article!

In response to message posted by bici:

Indeed going somewhere off season means you encounter a few stumbling blocks however I'd recommend it anytime... but you have to be prepared!
It's tough - as a visitor I prefer to go when other visitors have gone home but one has to spare a thought for the locals who presumably do deserve to have their home to themselves at some stage!

-- posted by RowenaCA



Top 5.   Jun 24, 2003 7:36 AM

» RowenaCA - Re: Martha's Vineyard

In response to message posted by Sunbear:

Thanks Tom - watch out for next month's article which traces the rest of the trip along Cape Cod!

-- posted by RowenaCA



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