Sail off to an island adventure when you take the Block Island Ferry from Newport or Narragansett, RI [Point Judith] to Old Harbor on Block Island. Whether you’re going for the day or an extended vacation, you’ll find a full slate of fun things to do, from parasailing, kayaking, surfing, and paddle boarding to visiting an exotic-animal farm, hiking nature trails, going horseback riding and biking. Walk out to a lighthouse, or just relax on a beautiful beach at sunset after a classic New England dinner. In Point Judith, stroll the streets of charming Galilee. In Newport, RI, take a mansion tour, or go on the Cliff Walk. Ferries have full bars and beverage and food concessions, and leashed pets are allowed on open decks.

When you arrive at the Ocean House, take the time to make a list: There are so many different things to do on and off the inn’s 13 gorgeous acres of oceanfront property. There’s the private white-sand beach, with cabana service and surfing and paddle-board lessons, the tournament-level croquet lawn, putting green and shuffleboard court. There are movies in the screening room, children’s day and evening programs, bikes to take out to explore Watch Hill Village’s shops and galleries, and a heated indoor saltwater lap pool. Go for a sail on a yacht, or just relax in your spacious room, suite or cottage. Nearby activities include a carousel, lighthouse museum, theaters, wineries, casinos and hiking trails. Ocean House was recently named to Forbes Magazine's list of "Most Luxurious Hotels & Spas", and is one of the top 100 hotels in the world among Travel + Leisure readers.

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Sun’s out, surf’s up: Time to head to Paddy’s Beach Club where a great day by the water awaits. People who flock to Paddy’s love the atmosphere at the lively club as much as the entertainment (check the website for a schedule of bands, DJs and beach dance parties) and the fun food-and-drinks menu. Reserve a cabana or a chaise lounge on Tikki Beach (if you’re over 21), or take the family to the opposite side of the beach to play and soak up the rays at Misquamicut Beach, RI. Food options range from hearty apps like calamari and Irish nachos to bigger plates like street tacos, lobster rolls and burgers. The drinks menu is as fun to read as it is to sample, from the Shark Attack to the Island Rum Punch.