Let’s Go Look at Seals!
Some of the older folks who read these blogs remember a time in our youth when there weren’t that many wild animals around southern New England. Sure, we had the regular squirrels, songbirds, and raccoons, but we never really encountered
5 Place to Visit in the Winter
As winter descends upon Block Island, a serene and magical transformation takes place. While summer may be the island's peak season, the colder months unveil a quieter, more intimate side of this coastal haven. There’s no better place in the
The Unique Residents of 1800s Block Island
Every town has particular people that just stand out. Whether a civil leader or that person who’s always at Dunkin Donuts, everyone in the community has had some kind of interactions with these folks. The same can be said about
2024 Block Island Winter Getaway
A common misconception about Block Island is that it’s strictly a summer destination. While it’s true that a vast majority of our visitors make their way to the island in the warmer months, they’re missing out on some excellent experiences
Block Island Ferry Holiday Express (A Festive Ode to ‘The Polar Express’)
On Christmas Eve, many years ago, I was spread out on my couch in Cranston slowly dozing off to some infomercials. I was listening for a sound, though, a sound a guy at the Cumberland Farms had told me I’d
Summer Vehicle Reservations: Why We Do What We Do
In less than a month, the Block Island Ferry will be opening our phone lines for vehicle reservation for the 2024 season. Many people consider these early days in January as the official start of their summer vacation plans. Every
2023 Photo Friday Roundup
It’s been around 3 months since we’ve marked another great summer season down in the books. We all had a bunch of fun and we hope our passengers did as well. In fact, it was awesome to see the pictures
Beachcombing on Block Island
Beachcombing is a great New England seaside activity and there’s no better place to do your searching than Block Island. In fact, USA Today named Block Island as one of the ten best beachcombing locations in the United States! While
Birding on Block Island
There’s no better time to explore Block Island’s natural beauty than in early fall. The temperate weather allows you to get out into nature without extreme heat or cold. Early October also affords visitors to experience a spectacular yearly occurrence. Block
90 Years of the Block Island Ferry, Part 4
In our last blog, we explored the evolution of Interstate Navigation from the 70s to the 90s. Ships were retired and new ships were introduced. Management changed hands and everyone got the “Sail Away on the Block Island Ferry…” tune
