Newport, Rhode Island

Newport, RI is one of those places that is pretty much perfect all year long, but especially when the bright pink and yellow daffodils pop and the sun starts to shine brighter over the harbor, it truly makes this city by the sea extra special during this time of year, making it a great April Vacation spot.

In April, Newport holds its Daffodil Days festival to celebrate the occasion. Enjoy all of the added pops of color with a walk along the Cliff Walk, a windows-down drive on Ocean Drive with a stop at Castle Hill Inn, a hike at Sachuest Point, or a visit to one of the many outdoor restaurants that open their outdoor seating come spring. You can’t go wrong at Black Pearl, Bouchard Restaurant & Inn, Clarke Cooke House, or Showfish Newport.

 

Newburyport, Massachusetts

Massachusetts has its share of great seaside towns, yet few have the character and vibrant feel to compare with Newburyport in the springtime. As you walk down the winding streets in the center, you’ll first notice that this is a city with many dining options for every palate. From pasta, to seafood, to indian…if you are a big food lover, you will love it here.

Once you enter Newburyport, you will see that it is a city filled with tons of  life. Enjoy a day of walking around crowded shops and the old-timey feel of the town center where you can enjoy an ice cream cone and people watch as you window shop

If you are looking for the ultimate day trip, Newburyport has it all! Beautiful waterfront views, shopping, great food and endless ways to keep yourself entertained.

 

Nantucket, Massachusetts

It’s no surprise that Nantuckets is one of the most popular summer destinations on the East Coast, but coming here in the off-season is definitely one the best times to visit. While you’ll find fewer businesses open during this time of year, there are certainly enough to keep you busy and fed for a weekend trip: enjoy a delicious breakfast at Island Kitchen, grab lunch to-go at Born & Bread, and dinner at Fifty-Six Union!

 

Ogunquit, Maine

Springtime in Ogunquit is full of vibrant colors, warm weather, and fragrant aromas that can revive any soul after a long winter. Besides indicating summer days ahead, spring in Ogunquit is quiet, peaceful, and full of fun activities and attractions that acknowledge Maine’s charm and natural beauty.

Enjoy a relaxing stay at the Anchorage by the Sea, walk around Perkins Cove which holds many tasty restaurants and shops to explore, or go for a long walk on the marginal way on a bright and sunny day. If you run into a rainy day on your vacation, Ogunquit has some terrific museums such as the Ogunquit Museum of American Art and the Ogunquit Heritage Museum.

 

Kennebunkport, Maine

Tourists might think of the Maine coast as a summer destination, but true New Englanders know that late spring and early fall are great times to visit as well. Spring is prime whale-watching season in Kennebunkport, where you can take a Whale Watch cruise to see humpback whales and dolphins with a bonus being that you won’t have to deal with summer traffic when you get back to shore!  

The Breakwater Inn and Spa is a luxurious waterfront hotel with coastal charm. They have a delicious on-site Stripers Waterfront Restaurant that serves fresh fish every day, and offers free bicycles for guests which means you can easily explore the village for free!