How Did I travel to Block Island?
Our day tripping adventure to Block Island all started when we decided to take the Block Island Ferry regular trip which was only like $23 round trip. Not bad of a price since its like $11.50 each way or estimated @$10 each way (I prefer to think I spent less on the trip, lol. Of course you can take the fast ferry which gets you there in only a 1/2 hour but the prices were double and I prefer to use my money wisely and enjoy the ride. Of course we have options to take private boats but sometimes it’s fun to be a tourist in your own hometown. It was a gorgeous day for day tripping.
I Used A Lightweight Water Resistant Hiking Back Pack for A One Day Excursion
If you are on a budget, find one of your kids old school back packs and use one of those for your day trip.
Where Is Block Island?
Block Island is an island off the coast of Rhode Island and it takes just about an hour by boat to get there from Pt. Judith, RI. It is also east of Montauk Point, Long Island. You can take a boat from New London, CT, Pt. Judith, RI and Newport, RI if you wish. As an alternative option, I believe they also have a small airport for those who would like to fly into the island. I actually thought about sky-diving onto the Island. Just kidding, but hey it could be an option, you never know.
How was Block Island Named?
In history they tell us that the The Island was named after Dutch explorer Adriaen Block who named it after himself when he sailed to the island in 1614. Hence the name Block Island. However, the first inhabitants of Block Island were the Native American Indians. Specifically, The Niantics who eventually merged with The Narragansett Indian Tribe. Their is evidence that dates back over thousands of years which can be learned on the Block Island Historical website (https://blockislandhistorical.org). The Natives called the Island “Manisses” which means “Island of the Little God”.
Don’t Forget To Pack Your Beach Towel
Why Did I take a Day Trip to Block Island?
Day tripping to Block Island was a way for me and my sister and girl friends to take an excursion in just one day. Our agenda included:
- Time spent with loved ones-Priceless
- Two Boat Rides on the Atlantic Ocean
- Swimming in the Ocean which I must add was just the right medicine for me.
- Riding bikes around the island (Great Scenery and Exercise)
- Eating at Poor Man’s Pub for lunch
- Drinking a cocktail or two at The Yellow Kitten and Ballard’s
- Dancing and Swimming at Ballard’s Beach
- Shopping
- Watching an Amazing Sunset over the ocean
- Meeting new people from different places
- Singing “Hey Jude” by The Beatles as we entered Block Island Sound
- Stress Free Rejuvenation Day
- Memories Made to Last a Life Time
Don’t forget your Camera!!
I’m not going to lie, this action mount head mount for my cell phone is on my wish list. I did use my smart phone camera which is fine, but it would have been nice if I was hands free and recording while I was biking the island.
Great Photo Opportunities When You travel to Block Island even for One Day
Pictures Galore and Great Scenery to Explore- Below are a few shots I took from the top of the Block Island Ferry on our way home to the Port of Galilee. We were lucky to watch the sun setting in the distance. Pictures do not do it justice and it literally took our breaths away even for that moment in time.
Have you ever thought about day tripping to Block Island? Sometimes it is nice to be a tourist in your own hometown. You may learn something you never new before.
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