Where?

Martha’s Vineyard, US

Why now?

With Memorial Day Weekend fast approaching and marking the
official beginning of summer weekend breaks in the US, plans for
the three-day celebration are quickly being made. Martha’s Vineyard
is one of the most picturesque seaside getaways from east coast
cities – and one that Bostonians and New Yorkers try their best to keep
hush-hush.

While it does have its fair share of yachts and beachfront
mansions, Martha’s Vineyard is a toned down alternative to the Hamptons,
making it the epitome of New England charm.

Don’t miss

For those who can brave the chilly water of early summer, drive
to South Beach in Edgartown for
surfing and sand bars. For a slightly tougher surf spot,
Chappaquiddick has wild waves. While in the area, a visit to the
14-acre Mytoi Japanese garden is also a must.

If surfing isn’t your cup of tea, rent a bike and spend an
afternoon pedalling along the sand-dusted South Beach biking route.
Afterwards, drive out to the Aquinnah Cliffs to check out the rusty
orange Gay Head Lighthouse perched atop the bluffs at sunset.

For a real Wedding Crashers-style day out, rent a sailing boat
with a group, pack a picnic full of local goodies from Larsen’s Fish Market and Back Door
Donuts, and set out on a nautical tour. An ice-cold case of
rosé goes without saying.

Who to take with you

Anyone who was obsessed with Jaws, which was filmed on the
island.

Most likely to bump into

Someone looking for a more down-to-earth destination than
Nantucket.

Essentials to bring with you

Your preppiest tennis whites.

How to get there

Fly into Martha’s Vineyard Airport from JFK via Jet Blue or
Delta during the summer (these flights should be booked well in
advance), or fly in from Boston on Cape Air year-round.