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Exploring New England Shore By Sailboat |
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Tuesday, 16 August 2005 |
Of the six states that comprise our country’s quaint New England, five
are on the coast, making the area a prime place for enjoying water
sports, including a top favorite, sailing.
Whether you make
your home there or decide to take in the sea air during your next
vacation, you’ll never encounter a lack of ways to enjoy the water
while sailing these unique waters.
The coast itself is remarkably different from others farther south
on the Atlantic; here, you’ll find craggy cliffs, white beaches, and
rocky beaches mixed with cracked shells. Because New England is a
relatively small area, you’ll also enjoy the “sea-to-city” landscape;
you can sail far off the New England coast or one of its islands and
still see the city lights blinking back at you.
For
exceptional sailing opportunities, you can always find a “sailboat
race” or regatta going on, and you can either join in the competition
or get a good seat for a perfect view from land.
Some of the
best-known beaches, such as Massachusetts’ Cape Cod, and its glamorous
“little sister,” Martha’s Vineyard, bring thousands of tourists yearly
to enjoy the high cliffs, dunes, and white sands. The other great thing
about sailing in New England is that you can easily “jump the waters”
to another state and enjoy excellent sailing in Maine’s 100 miles of
beaches, including Cape Elizabeth, and New Hampshire’s coast, as well.
And if you’re looking for a little privacy, there are several “out of
the way,” less “touristy” beaches and islands to drop your anchor. One
is Block Island, off Rhode Island’s coast.
You can opt to take
a leisurely shoreline cruise on a guided tour, or grab the helm
yourself and “bareboat sail” the day away at your own pace. And don’t
forget to sample the renowned New England fresh lobster; take along the
champagne and cook it up on board for a festive afternoon of sailing
while watching for whales and other wildlife indigenous to the area.
Lighthouses also dot the shore, which make for a romantic sight from
your vantage point at sea.
So start your next sailboating
adventure where America’s history began – you’ll be guaranteed to see,
hear, feel, smell, and taste some of the most sensuous sensations ever!
About the Author
David Dunlap is the owner and founder of All About Sailboats and The
Ocean Sailing Guide, two online resources for every sailing enthusiast.
For sailing information and resources, including boat insurance and
sailing charters, visit http://allaboutsailboats.com or
http://theoceansailingguide.com |
