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At almost any time of the year, there’s a festive atmosphere on Martha’s Vineyard.  Festivals happen throughout the year, with the highest concentration taking place in the summer. That said, like the rest of New England, autumn on the Vineyard is not only rich in colorful foliage, but also replete with harvest and arts festivals. …

Here’s How to Take the Train to the Ferry Step-by-Step! Year-Round Amtrak Train from New York to Boston: Upon arrival at Boston’s South Station, you can take a car service or take the Peter Pan Bus to the Steamship Authority ferry terminal in Woods Hole on Cape Cod. This ferry service is available year-round, every day of the…

By Bus to Ferry Taking a bus to the ferry? No problem! Check out these options and easily plan your trip today. Peter Pan Bus Lines provides bus service to Woods Hole from South Station and Logan Airport in Boston and from New York (stopping in Providence) daily, year round. Visit peterpanbus.com or 888.751.8800 or 401.751.8800. P&B…

More than 300 species of birds inhabit and frequent the Island, including Osprey and a wide variety of shorebirds, Herons and Egrets, Terns and Skimmers, Gulls, and songbirds. The Island is also an occasional landing spot for unusual species. The first Red-footed Falcon ever seen in North America was recorded on Martha’s Vineyard in August,…

Martha’s Vineyard Beaches  Martha’s Vineyard is an island, so we’ve got beaches a-plenty! From the calmer waters of the northern shores to the rumbling surf of the south shores, there’s a beach for every type of visitor. There are numerous public beaches, but not all beaches are open to the public. Some require permits issued…

AGRITOURISM Martha’s Vineyard offers affordable, family fun, educational activities and opportunities to learn about the production of food and agricultural products reflecting the Island’s long and proud farming heritage. Activities include hayrides, seasonal events with\hay bale mazes, pick-your-own operations, farm stands, tours, farm chores, horseback riding, hands-on culinary experiences, and the Agricultural Fair. Martha’s Vineyard…

Eat ​Martha’s Vineyard farming and fishing heritage is strong, and it’s celebrated every day with locally grown ​farm-to-table and ocean-to-table food. At many Martha’s Vineyard restaurants​ Island chefs use local ingredients supplied by the Island’s many small farms and local shellfish and fishermen.​ ​There are no chain restaurants on Martha’s Vineyard. ​ Instead, guests enjoy a wide variety of…

CHILMARK Chilmark contains not only the quaint, authentic fishing village of Menemsha, but is also a town of rolling hills overlooking the ocean, tree-lined country roads dotted with small farm stands and host to  a film festival so fabulous you’ll wonder how you could be anywhere else in March. https://growthzonecmsprodeastus.azureedge.net/sites/777/2022/08/menemsha_on_marthas_vineyard__1__155-22119d2e-83d8-4e57-ba2f-2e4cd33acd8f.mp4 Chilmark has a small, charming town…

OAK BLUFFS Oak Bluffs is liveliest of  the Vineyard’s towns – more high-spirited than haute.  From the colorful gingerbread cottages to the Flying Horses Carousel, from Ocean Park to harbor-side bars, Oak Bluffs delivers on fun. ​ When you’re in Oak Bluffs, don’t miss: The gingerbread cottages (officially known as the Martha’s Vineyard Camp Meeting Association and informally…

EDGARTOWN Edgartown, located on the eastern shores of the Island, is a delightful mix of old world charm and wide open spaces. Originally settled by whaling captains, the town center retains the historic architecture of the whaling captains’ homes, some of which remain private homes, and many of which have been converted into inns, restaurants and…