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fromTravel + Leisure
1 week agoI've Lived in New England My Whole Life-and This Small Town in Rhode Island Is the Perfect Winter Getaway
Westerly, Rhode Island offers quiet, radiant winter coastal charm with historic maritime roots, cozy seasonal activities, family-run businesses, and upscale seaside accommodations.
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1 month agoThis Is the Oldest Town in the Pacific Northwest-and It Has Victorian Architecture, Movie History, and Coastal Charm
Astoria, Oregon combines ornate Victorian architecture, dramatic Columbia River views, rugged maritime history, and a close-knit, eclectic coastal community attracting tourists and nature lovers.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 months agoA deadly history haunts this imperiled California lighthouse. Here's why fans want to save it
A mostly abandoned St. George Reef Lighthouse faces severe decay and climate threats while volunteers seek costly restoration to revive a remote California maritime landmark.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months agoI've Lived in New England for 24 Years-and This Town Is One of the Most Charming Places on the East Coast
Rich in seafood and history, Rockport was once a vibrant hub for the export of timber and granite, and a dock was built in 1743 to make shipments easier. Then, during the War of 1812, Rockport served as a critical lookout point and was even involved in a small battle, during which residents battled the British with muskets and anything else they could get their hands on-they even used their stockings as slingshots.
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2 months agoVideo captures rare view of classic, one-of-a-kind luxury liner in waters off of NYC
The vessel, the flagship of the Cunard Line, was seen in The Narrows on Friday night on its way out for a recent voyage. The Queen Mary 2 is a singular vessel in that it is the only cruise ship in the world that still makes voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, sailing between New York and Southampton in the U.K. And while the ship was not heading for Europe on this most recent trip, it was still a majestic sight.
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fromNew York Post
7 months agoThe lesser-known story of 100K courageous runaway slaves who fled the South via the 'Blue Highway'
Lear Green's harrowing escape as a stowaway on a steamship illustrates the courage of enslaved individuals who sought freedom through perilous journeys at sea.
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