Navigating Newport: A Guide to Getting Around
Newport, Rhode Island, offers a charming blend of historic landmarks, scenic beauty, and vibrant culture. To make the most of your visit, it’s essential to understand the various transportation options available. Join us as we explore the best ways to get around Newport, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience while navigating this captivating city. Renting…
Read MoreLocal’s Corner: Newport, RI Best Kept Secrets
Hi everyone! It’s time for another edition of The Local’s Corner. Most Discovery Map franchise owners live and work in their map territories. Even the ones who do not, spend significant time in those territories (think vacation home, seasonal visits). As a result, they’re experts in all things local. We asked Sue Hans from Discovery…
Read MoreHistoric Newport, RI
Best known for its summer “cottages,” built by the Astors, Vanderbilts, Wideners and other wealthy industrialists, Newport’s history runs as deep as the waters off its shores. Founded in 1639, Newport grew to be a large settlement that became rich from its commercial activity, most of which was generated by its strategic position as an…
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